Community Wish List boosts Men's Shed in Biggar
Published: Friday 10 May 2024

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is continuing its renovation of a former school with help from the Community Wish List.
The group has a 10-year lease on the building and is gradually creating a warm and welcoming hub from what was a derelict property.
Having already updated the double glazing and disability access, they turned to the Community Wish List for help upgrading the old toilet block to create a new and improved kitchen and toilet facility.
Lanarkshire-based MacLay Civil Engineering was happy to answer the plea to the tune of £500.
Philip Cave, Funding Co-ordinator, said: “This is a big project for us and the donation from the wish list will help us as we move forward with our desire to create a more usable community space, generating more membership and community benefit.”
Charles M. McLaughlan, Managing Director of Maclay Civil Engineering added: “We are proud to announce that we made a £500 donation to Biggar District Men’s Shed, as a contribution to make modifications to the redundant children's toilets by installing a kitchen area and an accessible toilet.
“This donation is not just a financial commitment; it’s a symbol of our dedication to building a more inclusive and compassionate society.”
The Community Wish List (CWL) is supported by the council’s Community Engagement team.
Chair of the Finance and Corporate Resources Committee, Councillor Lesley McDonald, said: "This is another great example of the CWL and the unique and individual benefits it can bring to local communities and organisations.”
Local community groups can submit a wish via the council website, by email, or by calling 0303 123 1017.
Men’s Sheds across South Lanarkshire are supported by the council’s Seniors Together project, which aims to improve the quality of life of older people across the area. To get in touch with the Men’s Shed Co-ordinator call 01698 454 156.
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