Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Big Lottery Fund's People's £50 Million Contest?

In June 2005 the Big Lottery Fund and ITV announced a competition to find the winner of a £50 million National Lottery grant. The search was on for a groundbreaking project that would inspire communities to revitalise the areas where they live.
There were 33 entries to the competition. The Big Lottery Fund assessed the bids, identified a long list of 13 projects and in August 2006 awarded six projects, including Sustrans' Connect2, development grants to take their plans forward to the next stage. In October 2007 the Big Lottery Fund decided just four projects ( Sustrans’ Connect2, Eden Project: The Edge, Sherwood: The Living Legend and Black Country as Urban Park) would go through to the final.
The four shortlisted projects were put forward to the public vote, which was carried out online and by telephone following a television programme about each project on ITV1.  On Wednesday 12 December Sustrans’ Connect2 was announced as the winner, taking 42% of the votes and winning the £50 million prize.

What should I do if I have forgotten my password for the photo gallery?

You can request a new password by completing your details on the photo gallery reset password page

My organisation would like to show our support for a local Connect2 scheme. How can we add our logo to the project page?

Please send your details to connect2@sustrans.org.uk and attach your logo for inclusion.

Who should I contact to request press information on Connect2?

If you are a member of the media interested in finding out more about Connect2 please email the press office on press@sustrans.org.uk or tel 0117 927 7555.

How can I subscribe/unsubscribe from Connect2 e-news?

To join or leave the Connect2 e-news list, please complete our online sign-up form.

Who should I contact with feedback on this website?

We welcome feedback on our website. Please complete the Contact Us form.

Who are Sustrans?

Sustrans is the UK's leading sustainable transport charity working on practical projects so people can choose to travel in ways that benefit their health and the environment. We are the charity behind the National Cycle Network, Safe Routes to Schools, Bike It and TravelSmart, all projects that are changing our world one mile at a time. Find out more at www.sustrans.org.uk