Enjoy Alford and Donside

16/05/2024

All welcome at this meeting in the Hall on Sunday 19th May at 10am

10/05/2024

Alford - the route is ready for the Freedom of Aberdeenshire parade this weekend.

It all starts near the Community Campus on Sunday at 10am. We cant wait to see you out showing your support, the parade promises to be quite a sight.

https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/events/the-freedom-of-aberdeenshire/

Community Council

25/04/2024

BREAKING NEWS!!!!!
We are delighted to confirm that after nearly six years of hard work by the Friends of Haughton Park Trustees- we now have the final funding in place! This exciting news means that construction on the Haughton Park Bike Park and All Ability Trail will begin next month.

Friends of Haughton Park have been awarded £100,000 from the Sport Scotland Cycling Facility Fund. This, added to our existing award of £200,000 from the Scottish Government Place Based Investments Programme (via Aberdeenshire Council), means construction can soon begin.

The funding will see two new purpose-built pump tracks and one all-ability trail built at Haughton Park. The main track will be a single loop and will offer different line choices for users. The second track is beginner friendly and gives riders the chance to learn and practice riding skills, and is suitable for toddlers on balance bikes and adaptive bikes for disabled riders.

The all-ability trail is designed for a range of adaptive bikes, tricycles and wheelchairs, and offers an area for riders to practice and develop confidence.

The new facility will provide an important space for cycling, BMX, mountain biking and wheeled sports, and we have plans to connect with schools and the existing sporting network in the area.

Full planning permission has already been granted, and a community asset transfer and long term lease of the area has been signed in agreement with Aberdeenshire Council. Local company CRC Trails have been appointed to oversee construction.

Friends of Haughton Park Chair, Simone Sinclair said:
“These major grants will allow the Friends of Haughton Park to develop a first-rate facility in Alford. The Friends of Haughton Park Trustees gratefully receive this investment as we know the new Haughton Park Pump Track and All Ability Trails will be welcomed and used by locals and visitors alike.
“The new facility will enhance our beautiful and well-loved park and bring new visitors to the area and will hopefully inspire more young people to take up cycling."

The Friends of Haughton Park would like to offer our sincere thanks to everyone who has supported us so far. You can see the plans below and watch this space for further updates!

12/04/2024

This Sunday!

Upper Donside Bowling Club are holding an open day on Saturday 13th April from 1.30pm (weather permitting).

They are celebrating the 30th year of the club and would like to welcome experienced and new bowlers for the day!

Contact details are on the poster or just turn up on the day 😁

31/03/2024

☀️It’s a beautiful Easter Sunday here in Alford - why not stop by for an ice cream while the sun is shining - we’re open until 5.30pm every night apart from our late night on a Saturday when we close at 8pm ☀️

☕️ Or why not treat yourself to coffee and cake in the cafe! We’ve got lots of tasty treats on offer!

🍔 And don’t forget we’ve got a special meal deal for the kids during the Easter holidays - choose from a burger, hotdog, toastie or sandwich; drink, and ice cream, all for only £5 per child (10 and under)

🐣Happy Easter from everyone at TR 🐣

31/03/2024

By popular demand... the Junior Driving School reopens on Saturday 30th March! 🚗

The Junior Driving School offers a great driving experience for 4 to 8 year olds, teaching basic road safety in a fun environment. Open every weekend, 12pm-4pm until the end of the summer holidays, sponsored by our friends at Jim Reid Vehicle Sales & Service.

🎫 For more information and to book your tickets, click here: https://www.gtm.org.uk/visit/jds/

22/03/2024

For anyone living in Lumsden, please conside supporting the LCA in whatever capacity you can. They're a very small committee trying to do a lot and they could use your help to be able to continue everything they do and maybe even do more!

The LCA is pleased to confirm details of its AGM as below. We would encourage anyone to attend to hear about what we have done over the last year. We are still desperately on the look out for new Trustees and in particular a new Secretary. Any support of whatever kind would be very welcome!

22/03/2024

It's almost time for us to reopen! ⏳

We are busy doing the last minute preparations for re-opening on Friday 29th March at 10am and we can't wait to see you all again!

With an exciting programme lined up for the year with brand new events and new exhibitions, why not make a day of it and visit Grampian Transport Museum?

🎫 Pre-book your tickets and find out about opening times here: https://www.gtm.org.uk/visit/opening-times-and-prices/

Fancy unlimited free entry to the museum, free entry to our events and more?
Find out more about membership here: https://www.gtm.org.uk/membership/gtm-membership/