A singing group in Cowbridge has won a grant worth £1,991 from Western Power Distribution (WPD) as part of a fund that aims to tackle loneliness in the Vale.  

With Music In Mind was awarded the grant from WPD's Community Matters Fund, which will allow the team to support its local community through organising singing, gentle exercise and social groups. 

Dr Sarah Miles, managing director and co-founder of With Music In Mind, said: "We are absolutely delighted to have received this grant from Western Power Distribution's Community Matters Fund.  

"We will be able to roll out our gentle exercise groups and support older people in the community to improve their physical and mental wellbeing, while reducing their risk of loneliness and social isolation." 

Alison Sleightholm, Resources & External Affairs director, added: "The pandemic, with its lockdowns and social distancing measures, has inevitably led to feelings of loneliness and isolation for some groups and people in South Wales. 

"We're pleased to be able to help tackle this growing issue by supporting charities that provide crucial interventions and help build better mental health.  

"It's great to see the first charities and organisations receive their grants. They are providing crucial care and that will make a real impact on local lives." 

WPD's Community Matters Fund is paid for by the company's shareholders and distributes £1 million a year.