First published Tuesday, 19 November 2019, Forestry and Land. The Tree Council’s nation-wide celebration National Tree Week is here, taking place on 27th November to 5th December 2021! Back in 2017, the Council and dozens of partner organisations and charities got together to create The Tree Charter, or to give it its full title, The …
By Rob Hopkins 7th November 2021. All photos credit Rob Hopkins. It is said that just before a tsunami hits, everything falls unnaturally silent. And that then, when the water arrives, it arrives not as a Hokusai-style foam-crested wave, but as a steady, unstoppable and relentless wall of water. It’s around midday on Friday in …
Despite the downpour, there was a good turnout at the Arran climate action on Saturday 6th November in Brodick. Many people, of all ages, came along to express their support for the protests in Glasgow, and to call on leaders to commit to the meaningful action that is needed to avoid the worst of climate …
ONE THING WE CAN DO FOR THE ENVIRONMENT? BALLOONS AND EFFECTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT By Sally Campbell At the gathering for Climate Action and Climate Justice on Saturday 6 November during COP26, in a gale and pouring rain in Brodick, many people spoke out about what one thing we can do, from supporting our young …
Islanders are being offered the opportunity to help shape the future of a new app which encourages people to explore more of Scotland’s islands for more of the year. The Scottish Islands Passport app was developed by islanders and spans 72 islands from Unst to Arran. Whilst a pilot was run in Shetland last autumn, …
Words by Alice Maxwell, photos by Mairi Simpson Santa’s Sparkle was a great success this weekend. Santa and his elves arrived at The High School in style on the back of a tractor, heralded by the pipe band and a lone viking. Three bemused alpacas looked on from outside the High School, wondering why they …
Living the Celtic Year Ceremonies By Debbie and Steve Merritt At the heart of Druidism lies a love of Nature and her changing faces as the seasons turn. Eight times a year, about every 6 weeks or so, Druids participate in a celebration that expresses this love. Some people have asked if they have to …
The Whiting Bay club for drama and music present the long awaited Christmas panto Aladdin. Music is provided by The Arran Ceilidh Band. Come to the panto!!! It’s panto time in Whiting Bay Come along, enjoy the play Enter the genie loud and clear And Madam Twanky – a daft old dear Her son Aladdin, …
Bellevue Farm, supported by Arran Eco Savvy and Arrans food journey, are holding their second farmers market this Sunday 5th December from 12-3pm. Come along and have a chance to speak to local producers, learn more about how they make their delicious products and to enjoy some hot food and drinks. There are over 20 …