Garve Public Hall welcomes public after transformation
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Garve Public Hall opened its doors the community once again after recent renovations.
A public open day took place on February 10 which was well attended for those to see the major transformations that have taken place, with 'excellent feedback' received.
Garve Public Hall has sat at the heart of its community for over 100 years, historically supporting residents of Garve and the surrounding area.
Following community consultation, renovation of the hall has been a priority since 2016, with the project being identified in the area’s Community Development Plan.
Alan Ross, chairman of Garve Public Hall said: "We now have a wonderful multifunctional community space which is fit for purpose and will remain at the heart of this community for the next 100 years or more – the beginning of community regeneration for Garve and District.
"The hall has undergone a major transformation whilst maintaining the traditional character of this historic building - old and new coming together leaving a long, and legacy for this community.
"The bright and welcoming entrance provides an intimate space for those wanting to chat and houses new toilet facilities with disabled access available.
"The main hall has been transformed with a beautiful new wooden floor and traditional style windows that are in keeping with the original exposed rafters. The addition of windows in the roof now provides a naturally bright internal aspect. Redevelopment also includes improved storage space and a separate meeting room and office space.
"A new catering kitchen will enable the hall to be hired for private functions and support income generation moving forward."
Renovations were funded by Lochluichart Community Trust and Scottish Government’s Regeneration Capital Grant Fund.
Mr Ross added: "Thanks go out to The Garve & District Development Company who supported hall trustees throughout.
"Mention should also be made to the excellent professional team we had in place Matheson Mackenzie Ross Architects, KLM Partnership, Fairhurst Engineering Consultants and IBI Building Contractors who all did a wonderful job bringing the contract in before time and within budget."
