READERS paid tribute to a 'brilliant' activity centre after it was featured on a BBC programme.

The Kepplewray Centre was visited by James Lusted and featured on the latest episode of BBC show Songs of Praise.

The episode focussed on Carlisle Cathedral, but a segment was held in the South Lakes, around Broughton and Coniston, with activity leaders and young people.

In the show, James Lusted took part in activities such as crate stacking in the forest and canoeing on Coniston.

The show drew a warm response on social media from views and those involved.

Pamela Burton said: "It was brilliant to see all those taking part.it's a fantastic thing they did .for everyone.

"Reece was happy to see himself on TV.

"Thank you to everyone involved in making everything possible."

Another comment said: "Reece Burton was super excited to see himself on television.

"Reece has always wanted to be be 'famous' and his words on Sunday were "Me famous, I can't believe it", whilst watching with the biggest ever smile."

Les Mcleese said: "YouthAbility Youth Services from Barrow had a great day."

In the segment, James spoke to disadvantaged youngsters, guardians, and activity centre staff.

Craig Wallace, Activities Manager at Kepplewray, said: “I think my best time here at Kepplewray was when we had a guy fully immobile in his chair, couldn’t verbally community at all and barely any special communication. We helped him down the ramp and when he got down it, the most amazing smile broke out across his face."

Director Nick Breton told James: "We are a Christian-based centre but we are open to all. We have a particular desire to bring people from vulnerable, low income or disadvantaged settings or those living with other barriers in life.

"We have a very strong ethos of inclusion for all, making sure that everyone has a good time together, learns from, and helps each other."

 

 

 

Les Mcleese

Yes YouthAbility Youth Services from barrow had a great day