Dug Out Update March 2025

We want to update the community on what is happening with the Dug Out. Last year we reported that the building had become a financial liability we could no longer afford to maintain. After several other cost-cutting measures including many staff accepting a cut to their hours, we had made the extremely difficult decision to sell the building.

We are extremely pleased to have now found a buyer for the Dug Out and to have accepted their offer. We anticipate the Dug Out will be sold later this year subject to contracts. We can’t say who the buyer is at this stage but believe they will be an asset to the Barton Hill community and we are really pleased that they currently have no plans to knock down the building. 
 
We continue to work with Barton Hill ABC on finding them a new building after they vacate the Dug Out. They are optimistic that a move could help secure the club sustainably for the future and are exploring a number of opportunities but are still keen to hear about any short or long term building availability in Barton Hill. If you know of anything or are able to offer the Boxing Club any support, please contact Beth or Paul at the Settlement Site who will be able to link you in with the club.