“The Torridon Hall Extension Project aims to extend and transform the existing hall into a high-quality, sustainable, vibrant and multi-purpose centre,” said a project spokesman. “The new Community Centre will provide facilities highlighted by the local community. These include a function room, a fitness room, an audio visual room fully equipped for conferences as well as an exhibition area. Additional facilities will include showers, enhanced kitchen facilities, more storage areas and office space.

“The Community Centre will enhance life for local people, providing a place for residents of Diabaig, Wester Alligin, Aligin, Fasaig, Annat, Shieldaig and Kinlochewe to meet, develop, integrate and socialise.”

The Torridon Hall Extension Project began in 2004. A feasibility study concluded that not only did the project have widespread local support, but that the multi-use facility will play a pivotal role, enabling the people in the Torridon region to enjoy a high quality of life and generate income to invest in further community activities.

The final building specification is almost completed. Land has been secured for extra car parking. A ground source heat pump has already been installed. This provides heating in the existing hall and will have the capacity to serve the future community centre. The project is on target for completion in 2011.

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