The Pool is a unique consultancy service managed by the Development Trusts Association (DTA). The DTA is the leading network of community enterprise practitioners, dedicated to helping people set up development trusts and helping existing development trusts learn from each other and work effectively.

We offer an uncompromising quality of advice and support in the holistic regeneration of neighbourhoods and community enterprise. Our special resource is the diverse experience of our associates. Drawn from the DTA membership and wider community enterprise practitioners, they have a wealth of grassroots expertise and knowledge in community regeneration, asset development and cultivating local enterprise.

Our associates know what they’re talking about, but they also know how to listen.

Been there, done that,
learnt the lessons,
ready to help.