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Glasgow Times
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
BBC's DIY SOS in appeal to help Newton Mearns family
The team are set to come to Newton Mearns next month to help a family who have recently suffered a heartbreaking loss. Ahead of the build, which will begin on June 9, they say they are 'urgently' in need of track matting. A statement posted to DIY SOS's Facebook page reads: 'Glasgow, we desperately need your help. We're after track matting urgently for our build. READ NEXT: BBC's DIY SOS calls on Glaswegians to help with a build 'Our set-up starts on June 9. If you can help, please contact diysosglasgow@ The BBC One show is presented by Nick Knowles and has been helping families in desperate situations for the past 27 years by transforming their homes. The trade briefing for the project in East Renfrewshire took place on Wednesday, May 28, with the build dates set for June 11 to 18. The reveal date is scheduled for June 19.
Glasgow Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
BBC's DIY SOS calls on Glaswegians to help with a build
The team will help a family who have recently suffered a heartbreaking loss. They are calling for tradespeople, volunteers, and suppliers in and around Glasgow to assist with the build, which will start in June. READ MORE: 'Profound and humbling': new Bishop begins ministry in Glasgow The BBC One show, presented by Nick Knowles, has been helping families in desperate situations for 27 years by transforming their homes. The poster reads: "We need help from tradespeople, volunteers, and suppliers to transform the home of a local family whose physical and medical circumstances have left them in a house that's unsuitable for their complex needs. "Join Nick and the team and become a part of this unique building event. "We'll keep you going with three meals a day and as much tea as you can drink, and together we will deliver a life-changing build for a very deserving family while making one of the most loved shows on TV." READ MORE: Thousands marched through Glasgow in major independence rally The trade briefing is set for Wednesday, May 28, with the build dates scheduled for June 11 to 18. The reveal date is June 19. The Facebook caption reads: "DIY SOS is coming to Newton Mearns, Glasgow! "After many years, Nick and the team are returning to Scotland, and we need your help! "Are you a trade, volunteer, or supplier and want to get involved in an amazing cause? "Please get in touch with our team at diysosglasgow@
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Grove Park traders asked to join Nick Knowles in episode of BBC's DIY SOS
Traders and volunteers from in and around Grove Park are being asked to get involved in an episode of BBC's DIY SOS – which will include a major home renovation with the aim of 'transform the lives' of a local family. The team, led by presenter Nick Knowles, will be in Grove Park (SE12) from April 2 to April 10, 2025, aiming to transform a local family's home into a functional and comfortable space. Organisers are appealing to tradespeople, suppliers, and volunteers willing to donate their time, skills, or materials. Participants will receive on-site experience, full catering, and the opportunity to work alongside the DIY SOS team. A briefing session for interested professionals will take place on March 18, 2025, ahead of the build. The big moment will come on April 10, 2025, when the team unveils the finished home to the family. A post from the show's official Facebook page states: 'We need support from tradespeople, volunteers, and suppliers by donating skills and materials. 'Your generosity will help transform the lives of a local family by completely renovating their current space into a usable and fit-for-purpose home. 'We offer a unique on-site experience, full catering, and the joy of volunteering with your community. 'Come and join Nick and the team on-site for as many days as you can possibly help with.' Anyone interested in getting involved is encouraged to email DIYSOSGrovePark@ as soon as possible with their trade, availability, and contact details.
