join the maryhill burgh halls trust board

We are looking for enthusiastic new members of the community to join Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust as Trustees and help steer and shape the future of two incredible venues: Maryhill Burgh Halls and The Whitehouse.

About Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust

Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust (registered Scottish Charity SC036089) was formed in 2004 to refurbish and reopen our B-listed heritage building. We are home to a number of local businesses, charities and social enterprises, as well as the Maryhill Museum and — temporarily — Glasgow City Council's Maryhill Hub. We have recently secured the lease on the oldest building in Maryhill, dating back to the 1790s, adding another exciting chapter to our story. As we approach the 150th birthday of the Halls, we have ambitious plans to once again become the civic hub of the community.

could you be our next trustee?

We are keen to hear from people with a connection to Maryhill and a passion for heritage, community inclusion and civic life. Our Trustees come from all walks of life, but what unites them is a genuine belief in the power of community and a desire to make Maryhill a place people are proud to call home. We are at an exciting moment in our history, with a landmark anniversary approaching, a newly secured historic building and ambitious plans for the future, and we want people around the table who share that energy.

We are particularly interested in candidates who bring one or more of the following:

• Previous board or governance experience

• A financial or legal background

• Knowledge of organisational structures and charity management

We would really value candidates with a connection to the community, enthusiasm for what we do, and willingness to contribute their skills and time to something genuinely worthwhile.

What's involved?

Trustees attend six board meetings per year and are expected to join at least one sub-committee, where the real detail of our work is shaped. It is a voluntary role, but a genuinely rewarding one. You will have a real say in the strategic direction of the Trust, help safeguard two remarkable buildings, and play a direct part in securing the future of a vital community resource for generations to come.

How to apply

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. To find out more or to express your interest, please send your CV and cover letter to chair@mbht.org.uk.

We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those who reflect the diverse community of Maryhill to get in touch.

Not ready for the board? become an ordinary member!

You can join the Burgh Halls Trust as member by filling in the form attached below. Prospective members applications are approved at our bi-monthly board meetings and members receive news and other information throughout the year. Members are obliged to attend the AGM and have the right to vote on members of the board.

Click here to download the Application Form as a PDF file.

Alternatively, please write to

Secretary, Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust, 10-24 Gairbraid Avenue, Glasgow, G20 8YE.
Tel. 0141 948 0700
Email: info@mbht.org.uk