Glasgow Wood Recycling

"It’s been fantastic. You do a lot of different stuff, working with great people, learning how to make things and use the tools properly. I like the banter and being with the team, it keeps me occupied and out the house."

I started volunteering with GWR after being made redundant at the start of the year. It really helped in keeping me active and in contact with people whilst doing something I was interested in. I valued the time I spent with 'Dear Green place', getting stuck in, with a bit of fresh air and exercise as well. I think it also helped in getting me back into work as it kept my Cv full and showed employers I was not content to sit back and do nothing whilst unemployed. All in all its a great place to volunteer and a fantastic bunch of people.

Hi my name is Deirdre

I have been volunteering with Glasgow Wood Recycling for nearly two years. When I first started I had no wood work skills and lacked self confidence, now I can make a range of products and use many of the tools with confidence. GWR has a lot of talented people, (workers and volunteers) who are happy to pass on their skills to anyone who wants to learn. Oh!! And best of all I have been given a part-time job with them but, I still volunteer with them too - I think that says it all.