In conversation with Stephen Powell – Part 2
We learned last time that Stephen Powell first came to live in Glencaple village in Dumfries and Galloway at the age of six. (Read part 1 here) We caught up with him in the same sitting room in [.....]
A good turn…
Joan Haining sent us this wee heartening note via our Facebook page, we thought you'd like to see it here too: I would like to thank the gents who came to my daughters aid when she tried to [.....]
Revised Tote arrangements
Thankfully the Nith Inshore Rescue Tote sheets and money tin survived the fire. Tote payments can now be made at the new shop 'Mary and Friends Convenience Store'. Or you can find us between 6.15 pm and 7 [.....]
Caerlaverock Tearoom and Shop tonight
Following the fire at the Caerlaverock Tearoom and Shop in Glencaple this morning, we have learned that there will be major work to repair damage caused by the acrid smoke, estimated at about 6 to 9 months. The [.....]
Account of the fire at Caerlaverock Tearoom
The smoke alarm went off just before 0630 (we could hear it) and from our upstairs window we saw 2 fire engines. No flames visible but smoke could be seen coming out of the upstairs windows. Jets of [.....]
Caerlaverock Tea Room and Shop fire – BBC News
Here is a link to the BBC coverage of the fire at Caerlaverock Tea Room and Shop in Glencaple earlier this morning: www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland
Fire at Caerlaverock Tea Room and Shop
Fire engines are in attendance at a fire at the Caerlaverock Tearoom and Shop in Glencaple. Everyone is safe. Thanks to Doug Anderson and David Buoy for their photographs.
Nith Inshore Rescue in training
The Coastguard helicopter, Rescue 999, was due to visit the Nith Inshore Rescue in Glencaple on Sunday, but they were called out on duty, leaving an understanding yet disappointed crew on the ground. However, it was still a [.....]
D&G Transport Summit – how to have your say
Dumfries and Galloway Transport Summit Report is now asking for public feedback. Here is your opportunity to have a say about transport issues that affect you e.g. the cuts to our local bus service (in particular our loss [.....]
In conversation with Stephen Powell – Part 1
In the first of what we hope to be a series of conversations with local Caerlaverock people, we set out to persuade Stephen Powell to be the first ‘subject’ of this series. A few drinks at the Nith [.....]
Nith Estuary Haaf Netter Association update
Tom Brown sent us the following update to share with you: The local Nith Estuary Haaf Netter Association is fighting hard to preserve our ancient way of fishing. Having met with Joan McAlpine MSP recently and been encouraged [.....]
Hutton Hall bottle donations request!
The Hutton Hall Community Centre Autumn Fair is approaching - Saturday 24th September from 2 – 4 pm - and the organisers are hoping it will be a resounding success! Can you offer a bottle for the [.....]
Hutton Hall Community Centre – upcoming dates!
The Hutton Hall Community Centre calendar is looking healthy! Details below if you'd like to book the venue for an event/ meeting/ party etc at this local Bankend venue. More info and dates to follow, here are some [.....]
Kelton Shelter Complete
Many thanks for their time and efforts - Doug and Doug have added the finishing touches to the bus shelter at Kelton. I'm sure everyone taking advantage of the shelter in the coming months will appreciate the endeavours!
Walkers enjoying the Caerlaverock sunshine
We bumped into a large group of walkers taking in the stunning scenery along the Nith riverside footpath and enjoying the beautiful blue skies and sunshine today. They belong to the U3A walking group (University of the Third [.....]
Further Developments at Kelton
We passed Doug Morton and Doug Anderson hard at work at the Kelton bus stop in the heat of the sunshiny day on our way up to Dumfries. They were just tidying up having paved the bus shelter, [.....]
Kelton Bus shelter – under construction
It's not just the Nith Inshore Rescue in Glencaple that have construction works going on - here's the new bus shelter at Kelton, funded by CCA (formerly Caerlaverock Community Council), taking shape in good time for blustier, wetter [.....]
Sighting from The Shelduck…
We received this e-mail from the Shelduck crew - sounds like they are having a fabulous holiday (with lots of weather)! "On our cruise North to Isle of Islay we sighted fins in the sea off The Mull [.....]
The Shelduck on the Nith
Tom Brown sent us this picture of The Shelduck, heading for Islay on a 10 day holiday. Skipper Stuart Tingle. 1st mate Karl Savage.