Connections to the B4RN network have continued since the local volunteer team disbanded in May 2022 and there are now 334 properties taking advantage of hyper-fast fibre-optic broadband.

If you are interested in signing up (£60 ) and would like some advice, then head to the B4RN website to complete an expression of interest.

One of the added benefits of the Project was a scheme conceived by the local B4RN team whereby residents in receipt of a grant from B4RN (the ‘dig grant’) were encouraged to donate a proportion to Levens Charity in lieu of connection costs which were done free of charge by local volunteers. This attracted a great response, raising over £11,600 in donations and a further £770 anticipated from HMRC in respect of donations that were Gift Aided. The Trustees of the Charity have expressed their sincere thanks to all in the B4RN team to all those who donated.