Five coastal projects across Wales to share £1m grant

A £300,000 grant will be used to create a 4km (2.8 miles) cycle and pedestrian path linking attractions in Porthcawl

Five coastal community projects across Wales are set to benefit from a £1m grant.

Under the Coastal Communities Fund, money is available for projects which boost the economy of coastal communities across the UK.

It is provided by the Big Lottery Fund on behalf of the UK and Welsh governments.

Projects in Bridgend county, Flintshire and Neath Port Talbot are to benefit from a share of the £1,067,332 grant.

Minister for Communities and Tackling Poverty, Lesley Griffiths, said: "The funding will enable coastal communities to make the most of these natural features, enhancing the areas' tourist potential and driving local growth and jobs."

How will the money be spent?

• £300,000 to create a new 4km (2.8 mile) cycle and pedestrian path linking attractions and facilities in Porthcawl

• £293,135 to improve the Flintshire section of the Wales Coast Path by creating a link path to Offa's Dyke

• £192,672 to develop Connah's Quay Dock by restoring the old Sea Cadets building to create a hub for visitors and the community

• £231,525 to host a series of tourism events to attract additional visitors to Aberavon seafront

• £50,000 to establish a surf school at Aberavon Beach to provide tuition packages for every level of surfing from beginner to advanced