Lambhill Stables To Upgrade Resources and Community Clubs

Young people across North Glasgow will soon enjoy upgraded facilities and resources thanks to the work of Lambhill Stables. The charity provides a safe, welcoming space where the community can come together to learn, play and socialise.

Lambhill Stables runs a wide range of activities for local people, including youth clubs, family nights, art classes, employability groups and seasonal boat trips. Every youth and community club session is free and includes a healthy, hot meal and the charity partners with organisations such as the local Citizens Advice Bureaux and the Department for Work and Pensions to offer benefits advice and support. With food and fuel poverty rising, these services are a lifeline for many families.

Vicky, a parent who attends the Friday Night Family Night with her kids, explained how important Lambhill is to her family:

“We absolutely love Lambhill Stables family club, they always go above and beyond for everyone and make sure everyone’s needs are met. My kids go to a number of clubs during the week, but Family Night is the only one they count down the days to go. As a family with children who have additional needs and a hyper toddler, the staff are amazing with every one of them and my kids have grown a bond with them.”

As well as the Family Night the organisation also runs the 6+ Club, which families are quick to praise, with one parent saying:

“This club is amazing! The staff are so kind and tend to my child’s needs. She is quite anxious at times, and the staff know how to keep her occupied and entertained. For those moments when she needs space, they give her that without making it a big deal or allowing other children to notice.”

With Lambhill Stables proving to be a popular and, in some cases, essential destination for local families, much of their resources have become outdated or worn down due to years of heavy use.

The Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust has stepped in with a £4,000 donation to replace and upgrade heavily used equipment, from arts and crafts materials to gaming consoles, sporting gear and outdoor play structures. These will help young people aged 6-18 build confidence, develop practical skills and stay active, while creating opportunities for families to bond and engage within their friends and neighbours.

Pauline McKenna, a Youth Coordinator at Lambhill Stables, explained the impact the refreshed equipment will have on the club, saying:

“The money donated by Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust is going to be just incredible. £4,000 might not seem like a lot to bigger charities, but to us it's a lot. It will keep our clubs open. It’ll provide us the ability to give good, healthy food, teach cooking skills to young people and families, and show them how to make food on a budget. If we don't have a budget, we can’t show families how to live on budget and that's what's going to keep us going.”

David Facenna, Corporate Culture Director at Allied Vehicles Group, said:

“We’re proud to support Lambhill Stables in their efforts to provide young people and families with safe, engaging spaces and activities. By upgrading equipment and resources, the charity can continue to make a real difference in the lives of local people and help young people develop skills that will benefit them for years to come.”

This funding will make a real difference to the lives of young people in North Glasgow, helping them learn, grow and thrive in a safe and supportive environment.