A rural youth centre has brought one of its play features back to life.
The zip wire at Aldbourne Community Junction is up and running again, thanks to a £1,500 donation from Barratt and David Wilson Homes Southern.
The funds were used for specialist repairs to the zip wire.
The Community Junction, run by the Aldbourne Youth Council, offers a safe space for 10 to 18-year-olds to socialise, learn life skills, and enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities.
Matt Lambert, Chair of the Aldbourne Youth Council, said: “The donation from Barratt and David Wilson Homes came at just the right time.
“Our zip wire had been out of action, and we lacked the funding for the specialist repairs needed.
“Thanks to this generous contribution, it’s now fully operational again – just in time for the summer months.”
The centre currently has around 200 registered young members, with up to 70 attending weekly.
Mr Lambert said: “Donations like these are a lifeline to charities like ours.”
He said: “We feel truly blessed to have received this support from Barratt and David Wilson Homes.
“We’ve had many appreciative comments since the zip wire was brought back into use, and we know it wouldn’t have been possible without this donation.”
The donation was made through the Barratt Redrow Foundation as part of the housebuilder’s Community Fund scheme.
Campbell Gregg, managing director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Southern, said: “We’re proud to support Aldbourne Youth Council, which plays a vital role in providing young people with opportunities to learn, grow, and enjoy themselves.”
