Uredale Community Partnership

18/08/2026

📢 Brownfield Housing Fund now open for expressions of interest

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has launched its fourth round of Brownfield Housing Fund projects. The £12.7 million fund aims to support the building of up to 1,000 homes across the region.

Two types of funding are available:
🔹 Capital funding to help unlock affordable housing on brownfield land
🔹 Accelerator funding to help move early-stage housing projects into development more rapidly

Priorities include increasing the supply of affordable and social rented homes, supporting young people into home ownership, and delivering sustainable, low carbon housing.

Organisations have until 5pm on 14 September 2026 to submit an expression of interest.

Find out more and request an application pack:

The £12.7 million York and North Yorkshire Brownfield Housing Fund aims to support the building of up to 1,000 homes.

18/08/2026

Really insightful letter written by David Ingham, UCP's Housing Working Group Chair.

David's letter, published in The Stray Ferret, asks a vital question: affordable to whom? A home priced just below market rate isn't necessarily affordable on a local wage.

His call to action: more social rented housing, stronger support for Community Land Trusts and rural exception sites, and closer cooperation between North Yorkshire Council, YNYCA, housing associations, Homes England and local communities.

"Truly affordable housing isn't a cost to rural communities. It is an investment in their future."

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13/08/2026

It's great to see that a new co-working hub has opened at Jion studios in Ripon.

A fantastic dedicated space for freelancers, remote workers, entrepreneurs, small businesses and anyone looking for an inspiring alternative to working from home.

Desks can be booked at The Light Room here: https://form.jotform.com/261882294702058

📸 From photography studio to co‑working hub — The Light Room has been reborn, keeping Paul Oldham’s spirit of connection alive.
Read more: 🔗 https://visitripon.co.uk/blog/

13/08/2026

Mind in Harrogate District has set up a friendly running group in Ripon for adults who are absolute beginners or returning to exercise after a break.

📅 Thursdays at 10:30am
📍 Starting 17th September
🏃 Meeting outside Jack Laugher Leisure & Wellness Centre, Ripon

You can get in touch to book a free place:

📧 [email protected]
📞 01423 503335

13/08/2026

🌾 Calling farmers and farming groups across Uredale

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is applying to Defra's Farmer Collaboration Fund, and they want to hear from farmer groups, clusters or facilitators across the region who'd like to be part of the bid.

Find out more on the YNYCA website: https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/project/rural-action-plan/

Deadline for EOI is 27 August.

Our Rural Action Plan is a landmark ten-year strategy to support rural areas in York and North Yorkshire.

05/08/2026

Good news from the region.

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority has just achieved Established Mayoral Strategic Authority Status – the first rural Combined Authority to do so. This means greater access to powers and funding for our region.

For Uredale? The Integrated Settlement Agreement should open the door to investment in the things we care about most: housing, transport, access to services, skills, community spaces and local business support.

We're keeping a close eye on what this means in practice. Watch this space.

𝗔 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲.

York and North Yorkshire has become the first rural Combined Authority to achieve Established Mayoral Strategic Authority Status.

In just over two years, we've invested in hundreds of projects across our region, from affordable homes and better transport to skills, community spaces, local businesses and vibrant high streets.

This new status gives us greater access to powers and funding, helping us deliver even more investment locally.

As Mayor David Skaith said: "This will help us fully realise the benefits of devolution and ensure decisions about our county are made by our county, for our county, and in our county by those who know it best."

Find out more: https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/york-and-north-yorkshire-gains-established-status/

29/07/2026

Brilliant news for Uredale. The new Mashamshire Community Land Trust has held its first board meeting, with plans to build genuinely affordable housing that keeps younger people from being forced to move away, and lets older residents downsize while staying in their community.

Set up as a charity with support from North Yorkshire Council's Community Led Housing Fund, the Trust will build homes that stay in community ownership for good.

Community-led housing is exactly the kind of local solution our Housing Working Group has been exploring across the wider Uredale area, and we're glad to see Masham leading the way. We'll be following this one closely.

David Ingham, Felicity Cunliffe-Lister

A new community-led trust had been set up near Ripon to create “genuinely affordable housing” to prevent the younger generation being forced to move away from North Yorkshire.

21/07/2026

Ready for a dip? Good news for the summer holidays.

We are pleased to advise that following communications with North Yorkshire Council that the water level at the paddling pool has been increased.

We hope everyone is enjoying the pool during the summer holidays and the glorious weather we are experiencing! ☀🏊

21/07/2026

Lovely evening walk from Masham anyone?

Join the Masham Strollers group for countryside walks and company.

Masham Strollers Evening Walks

Just to reconfirm the dates for our upcoming evening Walks, which will take place on the following Tuesdays, meeting at 5:20pm outside MCO and setting off at 5:30pm

🌿 Tuesday 14th & 28th July
🌿 Tuesday 11th & 25th August

We look forward to seeing you there!!

21/07/2026

Mashamshire Community has created a helpful Summer Holiday Bucket List of free/low-cost/paid activities across Uredale.

Summer holidays are here ☀️Seven weeks of adventure, family fun and making memories starts now!!

If you're wondering how to keep the children entertained without breaking the bank, we've got you covered. Our 'MCO Summer Holiday Bucket List' is packed with affordable family activities, local events, outdoor adventures and simple ideas to help you make the most of some time together at home.

Whether you're planning a day out or just need some inspiration for those inevitable "What shall we do today?" moments, there's something for everyone in this interactive guide. Download a copy below and follow the links for more information on each activity.

Here's to a summer full of fun, laughter and lasting memories! 🌞💚

https://visitmasham.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Black-and-White-Illustrated-Summer-Bucket-List-Activities-Flyer.pdf