Rosearden Hall has been given a new lease of life following a refurbishment funded by a £36,748.35 grant from Dalry Parish Boundary Trust.
The project was led by Dalry Old Folks Welfare Committee, with Treasurer Sandra McInnes submitting the successful application in April 2025. Completed at the start of 2026, the works have upgraded both the exterior and interior of the building, including new insulation, gutters and boarding, a modern energy-efficient boiler, a replacement kitchen and full redecoration.
Additional improvements include new fencing to secure the garden area and a CCTV system to enhance safety. The outdoor space may also see future landscaping, including the return of a community chess board.
Used regularly by more than 20 groups, Rosearden Hall is a key community hub hosting local residents, councillors’ surgeries and Syrian refugees learning English and connecting with the local community.
DPBT Trustee Robert Barr commented:
‘This grant represents one of the biggest investments we’ve made in the town over the last couple of years. It is absolutely essential that we look after our built environment and as Rosearden Hall is central to everyday life, the Trustees were enthusiastic about the project from the start. And what a success the refurb has been.’
Diane Wood, Director of ESG at CWP Energy added:
‘Dalry Old Folks Welfare Committee has served Dalry Parish for 74 years as a constituted voluntary organisation and absolutely deserves the Trust’s backing for the work it does. This is why the partnership between CWP Energy, and the Trustees of the Boundary Trust works so well. It’s so satisfying seeing genuine community projects like this come to life.’
The improvements were funded by community benefit funds generated by CWP Energy’s local windfarms and distributed by Dalry Parish Boundary Trust. The Trust receives £129,750 each year from CWP Energy to support projects that benefit the local community.
Community Ranger and Trustee, Ranger Pete, added:
‘Well-presented applications help ensure fair assessment and effective distribution of the £129,750 the Boundary Trust receives annually from CWP. This project is a great example of how strong applications and local knowledge from Trustees can deliver real benefits for the community.’
