BELLWAY Homes Ltd (Scotland East) has helped support the permanent opening of The Base, a new youth club in Danderhall, Midlothian.
The housebuilder provided £200 to support the hall hire for the club, which meets weekly on Friday evenings. Set up by parents, The Base aims to provide a safe space and activities for young people aged 8-12, living in Hilltop, Millerhill, Danderhall, Newton Village and Shawfair.
The Base has now officially opened after five months of planning, with 63 children already registered for the club.
Treasurer Samantha Jenkinson said, “There’s very little for children to do locally out with school times and many existing clubs are expensive, with long waiting times. It’s taken a lot of planning and our Secretary Nicola Anderson has been instrumental in drafting all the required policies and paperwork. We are grateful to everyone who has helped.
“We couldn’t believe that we ran out of registration forms at our launch which is a great indication of how much the club is needed. We’re delighted to receive Bellway’s donation which has enabled us to hire two halls and accommodate all the children keen to attend.”
Lynn Pringle, sales director, Bellway Homes Ltd (Scotland East), added, “It’s fantastic to see such a strong community spirit and commitment by local parents to support young people. We wish everyone involved the very best and it’s certainly got off to a flying start.”
Based in Livingston, Bellway Homes Ltd (Scotland East) has developments located throughout the Lothians including Shawfair at Danderhall.
