BELLWAY Homes is supporting Penicuik and District’s Men’s Shed, a community social charity based within The Glencorse Centre grounds in Auchendinny.
The Men’s Shed is one of around 200 in Scotland and provides a place where men, but not exclusively men, can meet, socialise and make things in the company of others.
The housebuilder donated £250 and provided materials, including mono-blocking, fencing and lighting from the deconstruction of a development sales centre.
Lynn Pringle, sales director, Bellway Homes Ltd (Scotland East), said, “Men’s Sheds are a terrific community initiative and just to have that space to meet up is so important. The Penicuik and District Shed is just going to go from strength to strength.”
The Shed provides a means to combat the effects of depression, bereavement and social isolation, often receiving referrals from medical professionals. Run by volunteers, it is completely self-funding and relies on the generosity of the community and businesses.
A planning application has been lodged which, if successful, will enable three former site cabins to be brought together as a single structure comprising a workshop, skills sharing workshop and toilets.
Shed chairman David Russell said, “Engaging with construction planning individuals has been expensive but we are almost ready to start building work. We are grateful to Bellway for their donation which will go towards the day to day expenses associated with running a Men’s Shed and providing a welcoming space where a hot drink and biscuits are always available.”
Bellway Homes and sister company Ashberry Homes are currently building new homes at two developments, Dalmore Grange and Five Mills, located off Graham’s Road in Auchendinny.
