Published Date: Apr 14th, 2025
Fife Council has found Happy Disco a new home at On Fife’s Rothes Halls in Glenrothes.
Until recently Happy Disco, a unique and inclusive event designed for adults with additional support needs and disabilities, held their twice weekly discos at Templehall Community Centre in Kirkcaldy. However, now that the £15 million regeneration project, including a brand new, state-of-the-art Community Hub has begun, they needed to find somewhere else.
Paul Clark, who established Happy Disco back in 2022,emphasised the importance of making the events accessible and inclusive. He said: “We’re here to create a space where everyone can have fun, express themselves, and feel part of something special.
“It’s not just about the music it's about creating memories, making new friends, and having a place where people can truly be themselves”.
“To begin with we were worried about moving venue. Everyone was settled and used to coming to Templehall Community Centre, it was somewhere familiar. When we were told we’d have to move we weren’t sure where to begin.
“Thankfully the Council, especially the Community Use Team, were brilliant. They really were so helpful and went the extra mile. We looked at over 80 different venues, but nothing was really suitable given how big a group we are and our transportation needs, until they offered us the Rothes Halls in Glenrothes.
“It did mean a change of town, but it’s perfect and the On Fife staff have been so friendly and accommodating.
“We’ve only been here for a few weeks, but we love our new home!”.
Shona Bellfield, Community Use Team Manager, added: “We’re so pleased we’ve been able to help Happy Disco find a new home. We know how much they loved Templehall Community Centre so it was a challenge so find somewhere they could love the same, if not more.
“I’m delighted they’re happy with their new home and hope they’ll come back to us once the new Templehall Community Hub is open, but I have a feeling it might take a bit of persuading!”
Jackie McKenzie, Venue Manager at Rothes Halls, concluded: "We are very excited to have The Happy Disco at Rothes Halls. They bring a lot of energy and a new audience. Being a key part of something so great within our community is what we at OnFife are constantly striving to do and the Happy Disco team have been an absolute dream to work with."
For more information about Happy Disco, please call Paul on 07780 556519 or visit the Revolutions Discos & Weddings at www.facebook.com/RevolutionsDiscos
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