Whithorn reBUILD
Building Futures Galloway

Building Futures Galloway is an ambitious, learner centred organisation that prides itself in providing young people with the opportunity to protect our history while shaping their futures. The team of trainees work together to develop heritage construction skills which allows them to work on some of the most fragile, interesting and important structures in our local community and further afield. They have the opportunity to engage in a wide portfolio of projects and contribute to the direction of their learning. Building Futures Galloway work closely with their community, including the local schools, heritage organisations, Historic Environment Scotland, funding organisations and many others.

Upcoming Courses

Gregor was fantastic, very informative!

– Tim, Mastering the Art of Building with Stone

The quality of teaching, the materials and the tools provided were excellent. 5 stars!!

– Hazel, Boaty Birch Bark Pot Making Workshop

Had an incredible week with Building Futures Galloway, fabulous group of guys each one very talented in their craft. It was a pleasure working with you all thanks for a great week. Thank you I would very much like to join you again given the chance.

– Ivan, Introduction to Heritage Construction Course

We were hugely impressed and inspired at what we saw. We have some great examples across the region, for me it’s the best example of an enterprising community in action that I have seen. What you have achieved is outstanding and truly transformative. What you have planned is even more exciting.

– Garry, SOSE

Excellent. Friendly, Knowledgeable, helpful, kind, safe. I loved it! Thoroughly enjoyed and learned so much. Really chuffed with my stool. Keep up the great work.

– Rebecca, Green Woodworking for Women and Girls Course

Brilliant – really enjoyed the two days. All excellent, very helpful and knowledgeable. Shaun very perceptive in offering help. Glen always ready to help and explain what to do and how.

– Sarah, Green Woodworking for Women and Girls Course