News from the districts - July 16, 2021

Tayvallich

 

The Tayvallich Weekend will be back on Saturday July 24 with a treasure chest of fun for all the family.

 

Pirates young and old are invited to dress the part and join an interactive outdoor adaptation of Treasure Island at the playing field next to the community hall.

 

The Walking Theatre Company's production will have staggered start times of 2pm, 2.30pm and 3pm and prizes for the best dressed pirate.

 

Organisers suggest booking tickets (suggested donation £10) well in advance as numbers will be limited.

 

After the performance there will be live traditional music from Rumskee who will be playing from 4pm to 6pm with everyone welcome to bring a picnic and refreshments.

 

Tarbert

 

After a difficult year of cancellations, restrictions and limited income the Loch Fyne Pipe Band is finally marching to a happier tune thanks to a cash boost this week.

 

Established just four years ago the pipe band plays a central part in the community in Tarbert and the surrounding area and now its members will be setting out in style thanks to their new kilts and jackets.

 

Band members were measured up for the new kit by David Ogilvie from Highland Tailors thanks to a grant from the A’Chruach Community Fund.

 

Provided by Ventient Energy, the developer and owner of the A’Chruach Wind Farm, the fund supports community-led activity.

 

Islay

 

A public meeting will be held on Saturday July 17 to discuss plans for a new community building in South Islay to be owned and run by residents.

 

In addition to the building at the playing fields a number of new and revitalised outdoor activity facilities are proposed, including mini-golf, walking trails, pitch and putt, tennis courts, bowling green and playpark. As part of the development project there are also plans to expand the existing motorhome site.

 

Following much debate over the last three years over how best to develop the playing fields the South Islay Development directors have called Saturday's meeting in order to present and discuss their proposals.

 

If agreement can be reached a revised planning application will be submitted to Argyll and Bute Council and technical work with the design team will begin.

 

The development has already secured £1 million funding and £300,000 more is expected to be raised from targeted funders over the next few months.

 

Scottish Government guidance has, however, stated that an external income must be generated by the new community building and the adjacent facilities in order that they be properly maintained and managed.

 

The consultation meeting is open to anyone and will run at the playing fields from 11am to 2pm with presentations on each hour followed by question and answer sessions.

 

Lochgilphead

 

Cyclists, walkers and wheelers have until Friday July 23 to have their voices heard regarding the new route proposed for safer active travel from Lochgilphead town centre to the joint campus.

 

Consultation in May, which looked at three proposed routes, saw one come out on top, with almost half the respondents opting for a route that would include Union Street while avoiding the busy A83.

 

The popularity of the chosen route was largely based on it being considered a quick solution and cost effective, as well as the fact that it would provide a direct journey and lead to reduced car speeds.

 

Now the public is being asked to have a look at the chosen route and to give feedback that will shape its final design.

 

Visit www.walkcyclelochgilphead.co.uk/proposed-route to get involved in the consultation.