Budget 2026: Community leisure and culture projects get backing in budget

Investment in leisure, culture and community spaces have been confirmed as part of North Lincolnshire Council’s Budget 2026 – with funding secured to bring improvements directly into communities.

The programme focuses on visible upgrades and practical improvements that residents will see and use.

Cllr John Davison, cabinet member for community wellbeing (urban), said: “This is about investing in communities – we’re upgrading facilities people use every day, things they will see.

“We are doing it while protecting essential services and delivering value for local taxpayers.”

What will be delivered:

• £1.2m refurbishment at Riddings Community Hub to improve facilities
• Resurfacing of the running track at Quibell Park to support athletics and community sport
• £1m refurbishment of The Pods
• £1m investment in community centres in Scunthorpe
• £1m for Ashby Hub to strengthen local services and activities for children, young people and families
• A new creative arts hub in central Scunthorpe.