With Thanks
Gordon Thomson would like to thank everyone for their cards and kindness over the last few weeks. The donations made at Margaret's funeral on Monday raised £780; this will be shared between the Haematology Unit where she was [.....]
Rural Watch in Caerlaverock
Community PC Jac Irving has asked us to share this information poster about Rural Watch Scotland. She explains that Rural Watch is a really simple but fantastic tool especially for those of us in communities like Caerlaverock. It's [.....]
Musical Afternoon in Aid of NIR
Rona Carson of Kelton Bank extends a warm invitation for tomorrow (Sunday 13th October): Come and join us tomorrow and enjoy a musical afternoon and evening whilst raising funds for the Nith Inshore Rescue. John and I have [.....]
30mph signs moved in Glencaple
A bit of better news after the last few posts... You may have noticed the 30mph signs have been moved away from the boundaries in Glencaple. Here, at the Nith Inshore Rescue, north entrance/ exit. Let's hope people [.....]
D&G Police issue a Scam Alert
Dumfries Galloway Police Division posted this warning on social media on the 8th October 2019. Our recent article about a Caerlaverockan was called in a similar scam, but luckily hung up before being taken in any further... Please [.....]
Fly Tipping at Big Rock…
We were sent these photos of 14 black bags of rubbish dumped at Big Rock. The moron doing such a thing needs named and shamed. It beggars belief doing such a thing as Council Dump so close. Dumfries [.....]
Phone Scam
BE AWARE We have been made aware of a recent phone scam that was extremely convincing, almost catching out a savvy Caerlaverock resident. We wanted to share to remind everyone to be vigilent. This can be an alarming [.....]
2020 River Nith Grading – Conservation of Salmon
With thanks to Karl Savege for sending us this latest info regarding the ruling of the Haaf Netter's appeal: Despite an appeal which was unsuccessful the River Nith has been classified as a grade 3 for all salmon [.....]
Caerlaverock First Aid Training (Children and Students)
Caerlaverock Community Association are in the initial planning stages to arrange First Aid Training for children and students in the area. We intend to provide professional First Aid Training for a date in January onwards, on a Saturday [.....]
Obituary, Rev David Logan
Rev David Logan's obituary in Dumfries and Galloway Standard, Friday 27th September 2019. Memorial service in St Mary's Greyfriars' Church at 11.30am on Monday September 30th. Thank you to Hilary Roberts for sending us this to share.
Barbour Hall Clean-up
The Barbour Hall committee have set 2 dates for their Clean Up! They are hoping folk will come to help brighten up the hall! They will appreciate any help you can offer - your time, your skills or [.....]
Aldi Vouchers for Caerlaverock Primary School
Beryl Walker has been in touch, Hi could anyone who shops in Aldi who don’t have kids please collect current voucher for Caerlaverock Primary School thanks. What a great idea, small schools do need additional help, with less [.....]
Moth Morning
We got up early and cycled along to the second impromptu moth morning at Castle Corner, organised by Stuart Graham and Alison Robertson, and boy were we glad we did! Alison and Stuart had set out the moth [.....]
Introducing Community Constable Jac Irving!
We asked Caerlaverock Community Constable Jac Irving if she could let us know a wee bit about herself and her role within the community, so that everyone knows who to get in touch with with any concerns. [.....]
Lochar Water by Karl
Many thanks to Karl Savege for sending us his amazing photograph, and this sentiment. We're sure everyone will agree: "The Lochar Water From Brow Well, taken yesterday. A lovely walk on a typical exquisite Solway afternoon. We are [.....]
Minutes of CCA Meeting, 28th August 2019
Caerlaverock Community Association [CCA] Minutes of Meeting held at the Nith Hotel, Glencaple on 28th August 2019 Present: David Gilbert, Douglas Anderson, Sue Gilbert , Ian Brown, Ronnie Clark, Helen Clark, John Carson, Cllr Elaine Murray, Cllr John [.....]
Bankend Ladies’ Club – All Welcome
Bankend Ladies’ Club We have a lively group of ladies who like to get together each month for a variety of events, from quiz nights to speakers on interesting topics. We meet once a month at Hutton [.....]
Holiday Cabins (‘Eco Pods’) in Caerlaverock Application
Here's the planning notice and designs from last Friday's Standard (30/8/19). Any comments to be in by 13/9/19 (next Friday). >>Click here<< to see the details on the D&G Council site. Thank you to a Caerlaverockan for sending [.....]
Free Entry to WWT Caerlaverock
WWT Caerlaverock are participating in the National Doors Open Day, and so tomorrow (Saturday 7th September) you can visit the reserve FREE! Take the opportunity to visit our stunning wetland reserve for free. Wander down the avenues and [.....]
Memorial Service for Rev David Logan
A message from St Mary's-Greyfriars' Church in Dumfries: There will be a memorial service for David Logan in St Mary’s-Greyfriars’ Church on Monday 30th September at 11.30am, followed by a buffet in the church hall. Everyone is welcome. [.....]