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His Majesty The King to retain his Patronage of The Royal Countryside Fund
May 8, 2024
As we mark the first anniversary of Their Majesties’ Coronation, we are delighted to share the news that our founder, His Majesty The King will retain his Patronage of The Royal Countryside Fund.
Field Note: Donna Smith shares insights from her time at the RCF’s Farm Support Groups Conference
May 1, 2024
This year’s Royal Countryside Fund Farm Support Groups conference took place when I was just 6 months into my role as Chief Executive at the Scottish Crofting Federation.
The Royal Countryside Fund launches ambitious new strategy to support farming and rural communities across the UK
April 26, 2024
The Royal Countryside Fund, founded by His Majesty King Charles III in 2010 when The Prince of Wales, has launched an significant new strategy intending to raise £15m over the next four years.
Reflecting on the opportunity to expand the RCF’s environmental farming programmes through the generous support of People’s Postcode Lottery
April 22, 2024
Written by Maddy Taylor, Head of Operations at The Royal Countryside Fund.
Field Note: Luke Fraser reflects on the Confident Rural Communities Conference
April 15, 2024
Luke was invited to attend the conference in November to represent the North Ronaldsay Trust, a community-led project that has previously received grants from The Royal Countryside Fund.
Waitrose & Partners and The Royal Countryside Fund empower rural communities
April 9, 2024
The Royal Countryside Fund, in partnership with Waitrose & Partners, is proud to support two transformative projects making an impact in rural Britain: The Vale Pantry in North Dorset and North Norfolk Community Transport.
The Royal Countryside Fund champions mental health and sustainability at annual Farm Support Groups Conference
March 28, 2024
The Royal Countryside Fund (RCF) held its annual Farm Support Groups Conference on 20th – 21st March 2024, hosted by Aldi UK at its Head Office in Atherstone with the theme "Growing Together".
The Royal Countryside Fund has published its funding data with 360Giving
March 26, 2024
As part of our commitment to transparency, The Royal Countryside Fund is proud to be working with 360Giving to publish information about our grants.
Village Halls Week 2024 embraces a greener future with The Royal Countryside Fund’s support
March 22, 2024
This year’s Village Halls Week underscored the importance of sustainability and environmental stewardship, aptly themed ‘go green!’. The Royal Countryside Fund (RCF) is at the forefront of this transformative movement, emphasising its commitment to nurturing eco-friendly community spaces across the UK.
RCF says farewell to Elizabeth Buchanan
March 18, 2024
Last week, The Royal Countryside Fund acknowledged its appreciation to Elizabeth Buchanan CVO FRAgS as she stepped down as a Trustee after fourteen years on the board.
