What is FiPL?
Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) is a grant programme dedicated to farmers and land managers in Protected Landscapes (National Parks and National Landscapes) in England – including the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Funded by Defra, FiPL was established as part of the government’s Agricultural Transition Plan to help farmers and land managers prepare for changes to Environmental Land Management schemes.
Following five successful years of delivery (2021-2026), we are delighted that Defra confirmed a three-year extension to FiPL and the programme will run until 31 March 2029. Please get in touch with ideas for future Yorkshire Dales projects – we are open to expressions of interest and for funding applications.
All 2025/26 projects must have been completed by 31 March 2026 and claims should be submitted promptly.
For Climate, Nature, People and Place
Mitigate the impacts of climate change, support nature recovery, enable people to experience landscapes and cultural heritage, enhance and protect the quality of place.
Programme themes
How do I apply?
• Read the guidance documents
• Submit an enquiry
• Discuss with FiPL Adviser
• Site visit and any further considerations
• Calculate project costs
• Submit your application form
• Get a decision
Eligibility and decisions
Open to all farmers and land managers in the Yorkshire Dales, FiPL grants are awarded to projects that meet the programme outcomes, provide good value-for-money and are sustainable and deliverable.
Eligibility and decisions
Case studies, ideas and inspiration
Download our programme leaflet, check out case studies of FiPL projects and consider what would benefit your farm whilst contributing to National Park Management Plan objectives.
Case studies, ideas and inspiration
News and programme updates
FiPL grants have supported over 430 Dales farmers, with a transformative £6.3 million committed to benefit climate, nature, people, place, helping farms diversify and find new income streams.
News and updates on FiPL projects
Contact the team / submit your enquiry
Delivered locally, we have a friendly team to support and guide you through project development, applying for FiPL funding, grant agreement paperwork and claim submissions.
Contact the team / submit your enquiry