Built in 1956, St Giles Church Hall has been at the centre of the Rowley Regis community for nearly 70 years, offering facilities for hire for a range of functions, including parties, conferences, meetings and clubs. The project has involved replacing the existing large, poorly fitted single glazed windows with new double glazing and carrying out upgrades to the heating system to improve efficiency.
Dr Ian Sykes, Treasurer of St Giles Church Hall Committee, said: “Heating costs have risen substantially in recent years, which was putting a huge strain on the Hall’s financial viability. With combined bills for electricity and gas costing around £10,000 per year, the Hall was reliant on financial support from St Giles Church.
“This project will ensure that we can reduce our operating costs, improve the Hall’s environmental credentials, and continue to provide a warm and comfortable venue for all our users.”
Angela Haymonds, Trust Manager of Enovert Community Trust, said: “The Trust is delighted to have supported this important project to carry out essential sustainability improvements at St Giles Church Hall, which will ensure the local community has access to a high-quality venue for public meetings, events and group activities.”
St Giles Church Hall is located just under five miles from Himley Landfill Site. For more information on Enovert Community Trust, please contact Angela Haymonds on 01753 582513 or ahaymonds@enovertct.org or visit enovertct.org