by Peter Lavelle | 7 Sep, 2018 | Product Focus
WHISKY barrels may often be underappreciated in comparison with the value of their delicious contents, but there is a lot more involved in the process of making them than meets the eye. Of course, whisky lovers and distillers believe that it is what is inside that...
by Peter Lavelle | 23 Aug, 2018 | Volunteering & Training
WOOD Unlimited is our new Big Lottery funded training programme which aims to tackle social isolation through woodwork. It is a 6-week health and well-being themed course aimed at reducing the impact of loss, isolation and loneliness. The scheme involves a combination...
by Peter Lavelle | 23 Aug, 2018 | Wood for Thought
THE Barclay Curle Complex in Whiteinch may host our wonderful GWR workshop, but it is perhaps better known for its historical significance as a symbol of the bygone era of industrialisation. Perched on the North bank of the River Clyde and towering above the business...
by Peter Lavelle | 6 Aug, 2018 | Designs on Growth
GLASGOW Wood Recycling’s continued efforts to tackle social exclusion and promote sustainability have been boosted by the announcement of significant funding from the Scottish Government and European Union. The Social Economy Growth Fund is backing 22 charity...
by Peter Lavelle | 8 Jul, 2016 | Social Innovation
Freedom Bakery is an innovative social enterprise that gives training and employment to people at HMP Low Moss, Scotland’s largest prison by teaching them how to be artisan bakers.  Following in the footsteps of San Patrignano Bakery in Italy and Luminary Bakery in...
