LIFT D&G

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LIFT D&G LIFT D&G = People that live in or associated with Lochside. We as a group want to bring the people of Lochside together and be a community again.

People that actually care what's happens in the area and want to improve it for all generations.



was created in December 2016 when Angela got together with her friends in a bid to better Lochside and make it a happy and bright place for kids to grow up in, Together with Claire, Carrie, Agnes, Ann and Debbie and now we have Cara and Felix, (We also have Michelle and Stacey and Jim)... They have formed a strong group and are tackling all different kinds of issues that arise in their area. With the help of all the public and residents of Lochside the transformation is beginning to take place.

is Lochside is Families together. We will be part of the Big Burns Supper for December and January But we hope to make this a continuing thing. From fun days to Learning about Yester year in Lochside. We have things going on for the young and old but we can only do that if the great folk of the North west of Dumfries come and help us out!!! We will keep you all informed by Facebook or flyers in your letterbox. Christmas Parties, Easter Parties, Summer fun days no kid needs to do without or miss out, It will all be on at your Local community centre or in the big field. We also hope to get the local schools involved as well........

We have teamed up with Big burns supper, Our place, The Stove, also on board and needs a special mention is woodgrove community transport, They will also be working alongside us in the future to give you "Little Lifts"
More to come on that later.

KID'S ART CLUB at the cabin on Dunlop Rd.This art club is free and it's for kids in Lochside age 6 - 11, it will be real...
30/09/2026

KID'S ART CLUB at the cabin on Dunlop Rd.

This art club is free and it's for kids in Lochside age 6 - 11, it will be really fun!

Thursday 4 - 5.30, tomorrow and every Thursday ❤️

We have uploaded some examples. We will be having a wee workshop on some designs. If you would like your child to design...
25/09/2026

We have uploaded some examples.

We will be having a wee workshop on some designs.
If you would like your child to design something on the bus send us the pictures if you can’t make the workshop.
Use A4 paper in landscape
Draw the bus as the photo above and put your design on the bus.
Send us it below in the comments.

Have you seen our bus? Well this little bus is for our kids to have picnics, reading, drawing and chatting and singing. ...
25/09/2026

Have you seen our bus?
Well this little bus is for our kids to have picnics, reading, drawing and chatting and singing.
This was made by community payback and we thank them very much for such a thoughtful build.

Thank you to all that came along for our workshops. This is part of our mental health and wellbeing funding from Third S...
24/09/2026

Thank you to all that came along for our workshops.
This is part of our mental health and wellbeing funding from Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway from identifying plants and herbs that grow in most gardens and greens spaces wild, to looking at the health benefits and then producing ointments, lotions, teas and baths for our community to take home and use.
We have futures dates coming.
This is a 6 week project at a time.

Our little community members. Max play coming to learn about worms, visiting the fairy garden to use their imaginations....
21/09/2026

Our little community members.
Max play coming to learn about worms, visiting the fairy garden to use their imaginations. Eating the fruit and veg. ❤️

Thank you to charity
20/09/2026

Thank you to charity

🌟 Sunday Spotlight: LIFT D&G – The Community Exchange
This week we’re shining a spotlight on The Community Exchange, part of Lift Dumfries, a local initiative based in Lochside that reinvests every penny back into the community through creativity, support, and practical help.

💛 What They Offer
• Affordable clothing, books, toys, games, and household items for just £1
• A welcoming space where anyone can browse, swap, or pick up essentials
• A not‑for‑profit model where all proceeds fund local projects and support services
• Donations to local health professionals and social work teams to reach people most in need

🌿 Community Impact
The Community Exchange is more than a shop; it’s part of a wider mission to uplift Lochside through:
• Community events that bring people together
• Creative projects led by local artists
• Support for young people, including a Dungeons & Dragons group for neurodivergent youth
• A mental‑health & wellbeing garden offering a peaceful space to grow food and connect with nature

📣 Learn More
liftdumfries.com/communityexchange

A reminder for this Thursday -We have Women's Building Skills with Alice 11 - 3 (drop in)and, Kid's Art Club with Hop 4 ...
15/09/2026

A reminder for this Thursday -

We have Women's Building Skills with Alice 11 - 3 (drop in)

and, Kid's Art Club with Hop 4 - 5.30

These sessions are free and we'd love to see you there 🙂

Get in touch if you have any questions at all, or even if you just feel a bit shy.

13/09/2026

Everyone that knows me, knows I help people and love making people smile.
Today my son was left on his own at a train station in England, he was ill, and couldn’t travel. A very kind woman called Mia (I’ve learned she isn’t on Facebook) helped my son, her kindness to him has really warmed my heart. She left her number so I messaged her. She is a firefighter and like me helps people without a fanfare but tonight I think this incredible human deserves all the recognition and praise.
My husband and I travelled 8 hours round trip to collect Finley and bring him home. Mia if you ever see this you have no idea just how much you have reminded me how a smile and kindness can go a very long way. ❤️

KID'S ART CLUB at the cabin on Dunlop Rd.This art club is free and it's for kids in Lochside age 6 - 11, it will be real...
04/09/2026

KID'S ART CLUB at the cabin on Dunlop Rd.

This art club is free and it's for kids in Lochside age 6 - 11, it will be really fun!

Thursday 4 - 5.30, starting 17th of September.

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Dumfries
DG29NP

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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