Growth and regeneration

Proposals to develop a Food Enterprise Zone at Hemswell Cliff are being advanced by West Lindsey District Council and the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership with the support of Defra.

Promoting the redevelopment of a number of derelict and disused brownfield sites with Greater Gainsborough and along the riverfront under the Housing Zone initiative.

There has never been a better time to invest in Gainsborough – and now it is even easier for investors to find out what the area has to offer.

An Economic Growth Strategy has been prepared and approved by our Prosperous Communities Committee. It sets out the overall vision for the growth and prosperity of our District over the next 20 years.

Our longer term ambitions are to build on the successful implementation of Thriving Gainsborough 2024 and further transformation is planned, including improving connectivity between the town centre and train station and connectivity across Lincolnshire and surrounding counties.

The Economic Recovery Plan intends to recognise the contribution of West Lindsey District Council and its partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors who, over the past 18 months due to COVID-19, have joined forces in an exceptional effort to provide vital support to our business community and local economy.

The West Lindsey Visitor Economy Strategy and Action Plan is about adding value and stimulating the growth and development of the district's visitor economy.

Information and frequently asked questions about RAF Scampton

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund has provided £3.5m to support Levelling Up in West Lindsey.

West Lindsey District Council has commissioned some improvement works to the Saxilby footbridge, which crosses the Fossdyke.