1st Cowal Boys' Brigade & Girls' Association

01/11/2026

🌟 LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FOR YOUR YOUNG PERSON TO DO ON A WEDNESDAY NIGHT? 🌟

We might just have the thing for you! 👀

Now that we've got everyone settled back into the swing of things at 1st Cowal Boys' Brigade & Girls' Association, we're excited to say we have 5 SPACES AVAILABLE in our Anchor Section (ages 5–8)! 🎉

And for those with a P7 moving up to S1, why not come along and discover our Company Section?

Alongside our Senior Section, it's a fantastic way to get to know new faces, make friends and build connections before heading up to Grammar School. Having a few familiar faces around can make all the difference! 💙

🙈 Juniors still have a waiting list, and we're working through that as quickly as we can. Please bear with us! 🙏

From new friendships and adventures to learning skills, building confidence and making memories, there's so much to be gained from being part of the 1st Cowal.

⚡ Spaces don't tend to hang around for long!

If you'd like to find out more, or think your young person would love to join us, just drop us a message. We'd love to hear from you!

Come along, get involved and see what 1st Cowal is all about! 💚⚓

07/10/2026

🎄🎬 IT’S BACK… AND TICKETS ARE LIMITED! 🎬🎄Our 1st Cowal BB&GA Christmas Cinema Trip is BACK!

And let’s be honest… Sam has been waiting ALL YEAR to post this! 😂🎄The countdown to Christmas cinema season can officially begin!

📅 Saturday 5th December 2026
⏰9:45am (film will start promptly at 10am!)
🎟️ Just £5 per person — including a drink AND a snack! 🍿🥤

And there’s a little Christmas mystery… 👀

🎥 WHICH CHRISTMAS FILM WILL WE BE WATCHING?

Our young people will be voting for their favourite Christmas film, but the winning film will stay TOP SECRET until the morning of the cinema trip! 🤫🎅

Bring the whole family along for a morning of festive magic! ❤️
👵 Grannies
👴 Grandpas
👩‍🦰 Aunties
👨‍🦱 Uncles
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 And everyone else!

🎅 Christmas jumpers are definitely encouraged!
The more festive, the better!

🎟️ A few important bits:
⭐ Under 5s are FREE (but remain the responsibility of their parent/guardian).
⭐ Anchors and Juniors (5–11 years) must be accompanied by at least 1 parent - shouldn't be a problem as the whole family's coming, right! 😜
⭐ Every adult attending needs a ticket.

So don’t hang about…get your tickets now! 🎟️ The link for tickets is in the comments! 👇👇

❤️ Who’s coming with us? Cowal Kirk Inverclyde and District Battalion Boys' Brigade The Boys' Brigade in Scotland

22/08/2026

🌟 1st Cowal Community – Where Inclusivity Meets Affordability! 🌟

At 1st Cowal, we’re breaking barriers to make after-school activities accessible for all. 💙

💡 No Uniform Required
We understand how expensive it can get when multiple young people are involved in activities. That’s why we don’t require uniforms to join!

👕 Optional Hoodies & Polos
We know kids love to feel part of something special, so we partnered with a local printing firm to create awesome hoodies and polo shirts.
✅ Printed on demand – no waste!
✅ Supports our local community

♻️ Pre-Loved Uniform Shop
We’ve got a sustainable solution too! Our pre-loved uniform shop offers freshly laundered items at super low prices. Stock is limited, so don’t wait! Proceeds help us subsidize activities, making it a win-win for everyone. 🎉

🌐 Check Us Out Online!
Want to explore what’s available in our new and pre-loved collections? Head to our website now: https://1cowalbb.square.site 🖱️

Together, we’re creating a community where every young person can shine. ✨

20/08/2026

🗣️ Have Your Say: The Future of High Kirk Hall!

Cowal Kirk has just launched a community survey regarding the High Kirk Hall on Hanover Street, and they want to hear from you!

As a part of our BB family, your voice is incredibly important. This is a great opportunity for you to directly influence how the hall is developed for future use. It is a superb chance to ensure the space continues to meet the needs of our young people and the wider community in a 21st-century Dunoon.

Why your feedback matters:

Influence Development: Help shape the physical improvements and future plans for the hall.

Represent Our Youth: Ensure the space works for modern families, active kids, and 21st-century community activities.

Support our Partners: Help the Church serve our local community even better!

👇 Click the link below to share your thoughts

Please take a few minutes to fill this out, and feel free to share this post far and wide with anyone else who uses the hall!

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

10/08/2026

🚨 WE NEED YOUR HELP — AND IT WON’T COST YOU A PENNY! 🚨

Imagine turning your normal online shopping into FREE fundraising for 1st Cowal Boys’ Brigade & Girls’ Association… 🛍️💙

That’s exactly what you can do with !

Every time you shop online with participating retailers - including TUI, John Lewis & Partners, Argos, Just Eat and MANY more - they can make a FREE donation to us at no extra cost to you! 🙌

And right now, there’s an even BIGGER reason to get involved…
🎉 WE COULD WIN A MASSIVE £5,000 DONATION! 🎉

All you need to do is sign up and shop online as normal.
👉 SIGN UP HERE:
https://join.easyfundraising.org.uk/1st-cowal-boys-brigade-and-girls-association/v5rbtd/c2s/ZdU7Z020/CE955/textcopy/

💙 Then please SHARE this post! 💙

You could help us reach someone who shops online regularly and would love to support our young people - without spending anything extra.
🛒 Shop online
💰 Raise FREE funds
💙 Support 1st Cowal
🏆 Help us win £5,000!

Every share could make a difference. Thank you! 🙏

09/08/2026

⏳ 24 DAYS TO GO! ⏳

The countdown is officially on for the start of our brand-new session at 1st Cowal Boys' Brigade & Girls' Association! ⚓✨

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back.

📧 Parents & Carers Check Your Inboxes!

We have just sent out emails packed with key information, start dates, and details for the upcoming term. Please give it a read so you’re all set for September.

Haven't received your email or interested in securing a spot for your young person? Send us a direct message today or comment below! 👇

02/08/2026

⏰ Quick Reminder for 1st Cowal BB&GA Parents & Guardians! 💙💛

We sent out an email recently regarding two exciting potential opportunities for our young people:

⛺ July 2027 Residential Survey: For members in our Juniors, Company, and Seniors sections (ages 8–18).

🛏️ Upcoming Sleepover Info: Details for our younger sections!

If you haven't filled in the short Residential Survey yet, please take 5 minutes to share your thoughts!

💡 Please note: Completing the survey is non-binding—it simply helps us gauge interest so we can plan the best possible experience for everyone.

📬 Can’t see the emails? Check your Spam/Junk folder just in case, and add us to your Safe Senders list!

📲 Action for Parents: Check your inbox today and help us plan an unforgettable experience!

25/07/2026

📢 Calling all 1st Cowal BB & GA Parents & Guardians!

📧 We've just sent an important email about a possible Residential in July 2027 for our members aged 8–18!

We'd really appreciate it if you could take 5 minutes to complete the short survey. Your responses will help us decide whether to move forward with planning and ensure we create a residential that works for as many families as possible.

🔍 Can't see the email?
Please check your Spam/Junk folder, as emails sometimes end up there.

✅ If you find it in Spam, please mark it as "Not Spam" or add our email address to your Safe Senders list so you don't miss any future updates.

Remember: Completing the survey is not a commitment to attend - it's simply an expression of interest to help us plan.

Thank you for your support - we're excited about the possibility of giving our young people an unforgettable experience! 💙💛

You'll also have a wee email from us about a Sleepover too! 👏👏👏

14/07/2026

School holidays? Not for us! 👀

While everyone's been enjoying the break, we've been busy behind the scenes planning lots of exciting things for our Juniors, Company and Seniors over the coming months! ✨

📧 Parents & Guardians: Keep an eye on your inbox over the next 24 hours for all the details. If you haven't received your latest OBM notification by England vs Argentina kick-off tomorrow (yes, that's officially how Sam measures time now! 😂), check your Junk or Spam folder and remember to mark us as a Safe Sender so you don't miss future updates.

🌙 November Sleepover: Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If we receive more bookings than spaces available, we'll operate a waiting list.

⏳ Don't leave it too long - we're expecting places to fill quickly!

27/06/2026

🚨 Could your child be joining 1st Cowal this September? 🚨

After another fantastic year, we're already preparing for our return on Wednesday 2nd September.

The response has been incredible, and there are now only a handful of places left in our Anchor Section (P1–P3) before we start a waiting list.

But here's the thing...

We already have 10 young people on our Junior Section waiting list, and with just one more volunteer we could welcome eight more children into the 1st Cowal family.

The best part? You don't need to volunteer every week. Just an hour or two once a month on a flexible rota could make all the difference.

✅ Full training provided
✅ Amazing team to support you
✅ A chance to make a real difference in a young person's life

One parent summed it up perfectly after Awards Night:

"You're all blummin brilliant... the biggest youth organisation in Cowal and the most inclusive! I'm so grateful for what you have done for us."

If you'd like your child to be part of something special, get in touch soon - spaces are filling fast.

And if you can spare a little time to volunteer, we'd love to hear from you too. Together, we can give even more young people the opportunity to find the place they belong, and learn, grown and discover!

📩 Message us today to enquire about places or volunteering.

Cowal Kirk Inverclyde and District Battalion Boys' Brigade The Boys' Brigade in Scotland The Boys' Brigade UK & RoI Holy Trinity Church Dunoon