Construction has begun on a £1.1 million community hub in Glasgow which will benefit children and families for generations to come.
Located in Dalmarnock, the site will house the Baltic Street Adventure Playground (BSAP), offering a permanent base for the long-running children’s project.
A purpose-built facility designed to support children, young people, and families across Glasgow’s east end will replace outdated temporary buildings.
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Councillor Ricky Bell said: "I am delighted that we are breaking ground on this landmark project.
"The Baltic Street Adventure Playground is such a treasured asset to the children and families who use it.
"It is not only a fun and safe place to play but also provides valuable services and that reassurance of being supported by a caring community.
"With this dynamic space, I am sure this new-and-improved facility will only continue to put a smile on the faces of our future generations as well as offer its vital services to families who need it."
BSAP was established after the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games as part of the legacy plan to deliver lasting benefits for surrounding communities.
For more than a decade, it has served as a vital space for children to play, learn, and thrive while also supporting parents through food programmes, community activities, and family support services.
Funding for the project comes from the Scottish Government’s Regeneration Capital Grant Fund and Clyde Gateway.
The new facility will include indoor and covered community spaces, an expanded food hub, improved kitchen facilities for skills programmes, greater storage, and modern office space for staff and volunteers.
Niki Spence, head of sustainable communities at Clyde Gateway, said: "This project is about much more than a building.
"It’s about investing in children, families and the future of Dalmarnock.
"For more than a decade, Baltic Street Adventure Playground has made a real difference to local people, providing a safe place for children to play and learn while supporting families across the community.
"This new facility will give the organisation the space and resources it needs to build on that success and continue changing lives for years to come."
Robert Kennedy, executive director of BSAP, said: "This is a huge moment for Baltic Street Adventure Playground and the community we serve.
"What began as a temporary project has become a vital resource for local children and families.
"This new building secures our future and will allow us to support even more people in the years ahead."
Construction is expected to be completed in early 2027.
