Proffitts CIC – Community Projects and Funding

”We would like to thank Proffitts for their excellent work with the community to lead on the restoration and improvement of Whitehead Gardens in Tottington. This has been a long-term project and through their truly outstanding knowledge, diligence and sheer professionalism Proffitts have been central to bringing our vision to reality. Their attention to detail, community consultation and involvement including work with the local schools has been exemplary and we cannot thank them enough for what they have done for us. The local community of Tottington has been engaged for some time in restoring and improving Whitehead Gardens which is a local memorial garden commemorating those who lost their lives in the V1 attack on Christmas Eve 1944. The gardens were initially installed by the Whitehead family but since that time had fallen into some disrepair. The project to restore the gardens was initiated by The Rotary Club of Tottington and Bury West in liaison with Tottington Primary School, Tottington High School and the local community and has been wonderfully supported by Bury Council. Proffitts were engaged to plan and lead the project and capital work and in liaison with the community have brought to reality the plans to make the gardens a fitting memorial and a real community asset. Their work with local schoolchildren to involve them in the project combined with community and educational activities to raise environmental awareness and sustainability has been terrific. We at The Rotary Club of Tottington and Bury West would like to express our sincere thanks to Proffitts and also Bury Council for their wonderful support for such a worthwhile project.” Chris Wood – Secretary – The Rotary Club of Tottington and Bury West – October 2026

”I just wanted to get in touch a little over a year since the Clough upgrades concluded to let you know that Friends of Prestwich Clough is thriving as a group of around 22 volunteers, with thanks to your help in getting things going. I’m sharing a photo of the area that had the landslip along with a quote from one of the volunteers which I think sums up the positive impact your project had on the area” Anna – Prestwich Environmental Forum ‘’This bit where the landslip was is going to be filled with butterflies this summer. A real sun trap, with loads of wildflowers and about 4 self seeded buddleia bushes!’’ Volunteer – Prestwich Environmental Form – May 2026

‘’Proffitts – Investing in Communities have been associated with Greenmount Village Community for many years and are our choice when dealing with community projects. After a substantial donation from a private funder, I asked Martin and Rachel to project manage the work for Island Lodge, which borders Greenmount and Tottington in Bury. This area had fallen into disrepair, and much needed finances were welcome. The whole project is in two phases with the first involving upgrading footpaths, replacing wooden fences, building steps with handrails, felling diseased trees, installing new benches, and replanting hedges and native flowers. Display boards were drawn up to inform residents and visitors about the work to be undertaken, and regular meetings took place to consult with all parties involved. Their professionalism is second to none. The second phase of this project has now started with the cutting back of trees and hedges which have caused a leak in the lodge wall. Martin and Rachel are working closely with Bury Council, who will be repairing this is due course. Once complete, we have exciting plans to further enhance this area.’’ Julie Southworth – Chairperson for Greenmount Village Community – May 2026