Article Source: Glasgow Humane Society
Last Updated: 8 November 2023 15:57
This afternoon, in a symbolic ceremony at the recently renovated West Boathouse on Glasgow Green, William Graham, Officer of the Glasgow Humane Society and Duncan Evans, Chairman of the Society, were presented with a £1,000 cheque and ceremonial lifebuoy in recognition of the charity’s lifesaving commitment.
Founded in 1790, the Glasgow Humane Society is a charity that has been dedicated to saving lives on and around Glasgow's waterways for more than 230 years, making it the oldest practical lifesaving organisation in the world. They are also proud project partners and friends of the recent West Boathouse rejuvenation project.
The West Boathouse on Glasgow Green celebrated its grand reopening earlier this year, following a successful repair and renewal programme. The project was delivered through a collaborative effort between the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust, lead contractor W H Kirkwood Ltd, and architects ARPL.
Over 5 years in development and 2 years in delivery, the West Boathouse project has repaired and adapted the beautiful, listed building, improving accessibility, and providing new facilities and flexible, multi-use spaces. The renovation project has run in tandem with community heritage activities to open the building to new audiences and encourage people to re-engage with the River Clyde.
The £3.05 million project was made possible through the support of various organisations, including the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic Environment Scotland, The Robertson Trust, Glasgow City Council, the William Grant Foundation, The Hugh Fraser Foundation, the Architectural Heritage Fund, and many others.
W H Kirkwood Ltd’s generous donation to the Glasgow Humane Society reflects their commitment to the community and their support for the West Boathouse project's success.
Fiona Rodden, Commercial Director of W H Kirkwood Ltd said: “I am delighted to be able to make this donation to the Glasgow Humane Society on behalf of W H Kirkwood Ltd. The Society does such wonderful work, not only physically out on the river saving lives daily, but also education to improve public safety and accident prevention. We are proud to be able to contribute to the community in this way to assist with keeping our waterways safe for all to enjoy and wish the Society all the best for the future”.
For more information on the West Boathouse project, please visit westboathouse.org.uk
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