22nd January 2012
Progress Report No 17
Following completion of the first coat of paint on the internal walls the first fit of plumbing and electrical connections is complete apart from the kitchen area.
External battens have been fixed in preparation of installation of external insulation and cladding which will be occurring next week.
The main entrance folding glass door has been installed along with security shutter and windows.
Current activity is installation of internal insulation followed by plaster board and plastering, which will then be followed by second fit of electrics and plumbing.
Internal doors are also in the process of installation.
Floor boards have been partially installed in the loft area creating a fantastic storage area for the future. Thanks to those who helped install the floor boards.
Project is still on schedule for completion by the end of February and we will soon be asking for more volunteer help for painting and woodwork.
19th January 2012
Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport to open Claygate’s new community clubhouse in May.
Jeremy Hunt MP, Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport (andMP for South West Surrey) has agreed to open Claygate’s new £330,000 community clubhouse on Friday 25th May 2012.
The new facility will replace the old clubhouse building which is more than 60 years old and in extremely poor condition. The project has been fundraising for nearly two years and the funding level required was reached last August. Building has continued though the Autumn and with the building now secure, the first phase is complete. The fit out, much of which will be achieved through volunteer help, will be carried out throughout the Spring and the building is expected to open in time for the new cricket season at the end of April.
It is envisaged that the new building will attract a wide range of community groups in addition to the main users - Claygate Cricket Club and Claygate Royals Football Club.
Dominic Raab MP for Esherand Walton who has actively supported the project throughout commented, “In a year which will be dominated by the Olympics, it’s vital that we recognise the efforts of a local community in terms of improving sporting facilities at a very different level. We are delighted that the Secretary of State has committed to come and open the new building which will be a fitting tribute and recognition for all those who have supported the project financially and all the volunteers who have worked so hard to bring it to life.”
Stephen Wells, Chairman, Claygate Recreation Ground Trust added ” This is the biggest public building to be built in the village for many years and will be a significant step forward in creating an attractive and important community facility for use and enjoyment for generations to come.
One of the great things about the project has been the reaction and assistance of a whole range of local people. From local government we have received grants from Elmbridge Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Claygate Parish Council, as well as support from the Football Foundation and the Veolia Environmental Trust.
In addition, there has been a variety of other funding support such as commercial sponsorship from local companies and a huge amount raised from events and donations. However £60k of the total is in the form of loans, so we still have a big target to reach the point when the building is debt free .Fundraising will continue therefore for some time.”
Detailed plans of the opening will be announced in the future.
Tuesday 27th December 2011
Progress Report No 16 Week Ending 27th December 2011
This week has seen the first two days of volunteer labour from the Cricket Club and the community. Over twenty people, -young and old have came along to help and over 50 litres of paint have been applied to the concrete block walls, and some of the doors are now painted. A big thanks to everybody who has helped - and to the girls who have supplied chocolate brownies and carrot cake!
Do come and join in there is still plenty to do!
Russ Guyatt is co-ordinating the work teams (07776 135605) .or just turn up. The next work day will be Tuesday 2nd January at 9.00.
The roof covering was completed before the Christmas break and there will be no more building work until 9th January with the electrical and plumbing installation.
Our fundraising efforts in 2011 also culminated with a highly successful week before Christmas.
Thanks to everyone who turned out for the Carol singing, but in particular Ruth for organising the event and Ben and Des for instrumental accompaniment! We made over £325.
We were boosted by support from Vocality the local Claygate choir - who not only added our numbers but contributed massively to our quality! We had great fun amongst ourselves and great PR for the project.
In addition that week we received another £200 of bricks and with other donations we will have boosted the funds by over £600. We will be selling bricks until the end of January so you have one month to ensure that your name is on the wall in the new building!
The Sportsman's Dinner (Thursday 19th January) is selling fast. Please contact Gareth for your tickets.
Let’s keep the effort going to enable us to deliver a successful project in 2012!
Happy New Year!
Any comments, questions will be very welcome to rkwaller.cec@gmail.com. Tel 07798 677510
Clubhouse is taking shape... but needs help!
Having started in early September, Woodward Alden have made good progress and are on schedule to finish the first stage of construction by Christmas.
By then the walls and roofing will be complete, the utility services will be connected and the building made weatherproof and secure for the next stage of fitting in the New Year.
Costs have been kept down on the basis of much of the internal finishing will be completed by cricket or football club members or local volunteer help and this will now be required from the Christmas onwards through to completion in February.
Project director Richard Waller commented” We need help from people who are able to provide labour free of charge for fixing sanitary ware, wall tiling, vinyl floor laying, carpentry for skirtings, architraves, benches and coat hooks, decorating and landscaping. Your help would be very welcome!”
If you think you can help, please contact Russ Guyatt with an idea of the skills offered and potential availability: performanceenergy@btinternet.com Tel 07776 135605
