Pencaitland & District CC

20/10/2026

PLEASE NOTE - Forest Footpath Closure

There is imminent forestry work going on in the Burnt Wood for the next 3 to 4 weeks. The wood, accessed via the railway path across from the upper path from Castle Gardens, will be closed to public access during this time.

As this path is a popular walk and cycle route to and from Pencaitland and Glenkinchie, people are being asked to instead use the railway path up to Lempockwells Steadings and to then use the footpath running through the woods parallel to the road to access a safe route to and from Glenkinchie.

20/10/2026

We thought it would be helpful to share how money donated by your Community Council to local causes each year is utilised.

In the case of 1st Pencaitland Rangers funds were used in February towards the cost of accommodation at StayOkay Youth Hostel, Vondelpark helping keep costs affordable for families in Pencaitland and enabling two places to be 50% subsidised.

This month 11 Rangers and 4 Leaders embarked on a 4-day adventure to Amsterdam, flying in to Schipol Airport then the train to Amsterdam Centraal station. During their trip they saw the Anne Frank Museum, Body worlds, ADAM lookout, Hello Holland, Zoo, Moco, Nemo and Rijksmuseum, plus canal and ferry trips, not to mention travel on Tram, Metro, bicycle and on foot!

This is just one of the stories on how the CC tries to help community-led initiatives that make it possible for volunteering to reward not only the participants but enrich the whole community.

If your community initiative would benefit from support now is the time to put in your application.

# INFO

**2026 - Grant Application Policy**
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J6WRPI3PdfPGgEbH7EXudq9uaUw4pvOz/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107794613621316674327&rtpof=true&sd=true

**2026 - Grant Application Form**
https://docs.google.com/document/d/11EBJHy3HFDl_dSNhShf0yunBQaHeuAm9/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107794613621316674327&rtpof=true&sd=true

13/10/2026

Don't forget -- if you run a community group or activity you may be eligible for support. Deadline 26th October.

Community Council -- 2026 Annual Community Financial Support

It's that time once again when the Community Council reaches out to all community groups and local initiatives to offer support where it's most needed.

Volunteers in our community face huge challenges whilst giving their time and energy to keep many services going that would just not exist otherwise. A few years ago it was COVID and today it's soaring cost of living. We live in uncertain times. This uncertainty doesn't help when volunteers are trying to deliver locally focussed resources and services. We hope that the support of your Community Council will in a small way help with that job.

As with previous years, we're asking you how the CC can assist, though with a particular focus on how any funding will help you kickstart, boost or reinvigorate existing or future plans for the year ahead.

# of Groups that have received past funding from the CC

1st Pencaitland Rainbows
Pencaitland Babies & Toddlers
Boggs Association
Pencaitland & Winton Bowling Club
New Winton Community Association
Pencaitland Playgroup
Pencaitland Day Centre
1st & 2nd Pencaitland Brownies
Pencaitland Youth Football Club
Pencaitland 1st Scouts: Cubs
1st Pencaitland Scout Group
Pencaitland PTA
Pencaitland Community Cafe
Friends of Pencaitland Parks

# #2026 Funding Requests

For a community group to seek funding we ask for the following from you no later than MONDAY the 26th of October 2026:

To help us please consider the following questions...

1. What will the funds you are seeking be used for?
2. How much are you seeking?
3. What is the full given name of the organisation?
4. The correct first point of contact for the organisation?
5. Your organisation's BACS (banking account number & sort code) details should you be successful

Whilst we cannot guarantee the Community Council will be able to meet funding requests, we will do our best to allocate what funds we have as equitably as possible.

# Requests: What happens next?

The Community Council will consider all requests it receives at our October meeting. Please reply to [email protected]

Thanks again, to you and your volunteers for what you and they do for this community. It is because of the efforts of each and every person in trying to make a difference that we maintain local community life. We want to help you to continue your work in 2025/26.

# INFO

**2026 - Grant Application Policy**
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J6WRPI3PdfPGgEbH7EXudq9uaUw4pvOz/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107794613621316674327&rtpof=true&sd=true

**2026 - Grant Application Form**
https://docs.google.com/document/d/11EBJHy3HFDl_dSNhShf0yunBQaHeuAm9/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=107794613621316674327&rtpof=true&sd=true

13/10/2026

Glenkinchie Distillery FESTIVE WEEKEND

Saturday 5th December

Join us for complimentary tours, unique tasting experiences, winter cocktails, and festive treats.

20% OFF IN RETAIL

COMPLIMENTARY FESTIVE JOURNEY

CASK DRAW EXPERIENCE

FESTIVE COCKTAILS

BOTTLE PERSONALISATION

GINGERBREAD DECORATING

** BEST DRESSED DOG COMPETITION **

09/10/2026

Huge congratulations to Lee Dickson who hit and exceeded this year's fundraising target, as well as receiving additional support from the Community Council.

07/10/2026

We have reached our 5 year anniversary! Come and join in to make a real difference locally as we use the proceeds to support local initiatives and have the chance of winning great prizes with your very own community-operated lottery. :)

Pencaitland Community Fund is offering you the chance to win big prizes and help raise much needed funds.

03/10/2026

We've seen a real bump in donations in the last 48 hours to make the annual community fireworks secure for another year.

If you've not yet had a chance to make a contributrion please help out.

Lets support our community volunteers in making these things happen. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/lee-dickson-2