KPT Development Trust

04/06/2026

A huge thank you and celebration for our volunteer Chair and Director of KPT Development Trust, Maureen Halkett!It is often easy to forget that our trustees are volunteers too. Maureen is a mighty fine example of a community champion. She volunteers her time tirelessly and without hesitation. Whether she is heading up the Trust or getting to grips with whichever task is needed next, her dedication shines through. From managing the Three Villages Community Café, reducing food miles, implementing our zero Zero Waste Scotland policy to supporting our young people, she is always there. She even leads on our campfire cookery during our amazing Summer activities! There is literally nothing this woman cannot achieve if she puts her mind to it. Thank you, Maureen, for your unwavering commitment to reducing social and health inqualities and volunteering to help our community thrive and flourish.

We are incredibly grateful for everything you do - THANK YOU!

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04/06/2026

Reminder: Celebrating National Volunteers’ Week

National Volunteers’ Week is here, and we want to celebrate everyone who gives their time to our community.

There is no single way to volunteer. Across the Keir, Penpont, and Tynron (KPT) area, volunteering takes many shapes. You can get involved with the Community Council, join a village hall committee, or support a school parent council. Others serve as directors of the local Trust, help organise the annual Gala, or support various local groups, activities, and events. Volunteering is a powerful way to engage with community-led action at the grassroots level. It gives you the chance to meet your neighbours, forge lifelong friendships, and make a real difference to where you live. Thank you to all our amazing volunteers who keep the KPT area thriving!

Here at the , we recognise that absolutely nothing we do would be remotely possible without the input of our wider community. Your energy, ideas, and dedication help us shape our collective future every single day.

So please come along and join us in celebration this evening as we say a very big thank you!



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As National Volunteers Week kicks off from 1st to 7th June, KPT Development Trust wants to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers. Across all our KPT Community Council Areas, your dedication shines through in everything you do. By generously sharing your time, unique skills, and wise counsel, you help make our community a much more resilient, connected, and happy place to live.

We'd like to invite volunteers to come along and join us in celebration at Three Villages Cafe on Thursday 4th June between 4pm and 8pm as we say a very big THANK YOU!

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04/06/2026

A celebration of Sandy Beer: Behind every great community initiative is a person who quietly makes the magic happen, and for us, that person is Sandy Beer. While Sandy is usually found behind the lens rather than in the limelight, our day-to-day operations such as simply would not run as smoothly without this fantastic support. Thanks to Sandy's dedication, our volunteers are constantly captured in action, and our community stays connected. From updating our choice of social media images to keeping the KPT Development Trust Bulletin filled with the latest snapshots, Sandy ensures our story is captured by the camera and beautifully told. Thank you, Sandy, for always being on hand to shine the light on others and for everything you do for our team!



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04/06/2026

A heartfelt thank you to our dynamic Director, Caroline Buck, for her sheer determination, perseverance, and unwavering dedication to delivering the Active Travel Path. Caroline’s visionary leadership has transformed our community by championing projects that increase native species and boost local biodiversity. She works tirelessly to encourage every one of us to stay active, engage with the natural world, and embrace nature-based social prescribing activities. Beyond this, her deep commitment to supporting all things relevant to Keir Village and championing low-carbon active travel options has truly paved the way for a more sustainable future. Her passion for connecting health, movement, and the environment is truly inspiring, and her hard work leaves a lasting legacy for both our people and our planet. Thank you, Caroline, for being our driving force and environmental champion!



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04/06/2026

It's mid-week and the week that we open for orders - see you from noon THIS Friday online at: https://openfoodnetwork.org.uk/galloway-food-hub/shop #/shop_panel

(Until we open you're free to look at the above link to see the kinds of things we may have on offer in our 'dummy' shop before we go live at 12)

We are excited to be bringing you , and more... plus a range of carefully selected goods to add to your online basket.

04/06/2026

A Very Special Thank You to Linda Hay.

We want to extend a massive, heartfelt thank you to our incredibly talented and crafty Linda! Linda is the true creative heart of our community. She is always on hand to help us reduce, recycle, and reuse, turning everyday items into the ultimate community craft projects. Her imagination, patience, and endless resourcefulness inspire everyone around her to see the beauty and potential in things that might otherwise be thrown away. Linda is a regular volunteer down at Bridgend Community Garden. She gives up her time and energy week after week to bring people together, spark creativity, and make our garden a brighter, greener place. Linda, thank you for your passion, your hard work, and for always sharing your incredible talents with us. We are so incredibly lucky to have you!



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04/06/2026

On behalf of the entire community, we want to express our deepest gratitude to Irene Haining for her unwavering dedication and outstanding service to Penpont. Irene's tireless support for all
Penpont matters including her ongoing support towards Penpont Primary School and the Penpont Community Council directly shapes a brighter, more connected future for our village.

From managing the day-to-day improvements that keep our community flourishing to bringing people together for beloved traditions like the Penpont Gala, your impact is felt by everyone. We are incredibly grateful for the hard work you put into everything that you do such as helping to maintain our active travel path and tending to the beautiful flower tubs around the village. Your efforts do not just make Penpont a more beautiful place to live; they foster a true sense of local pride. Thank you, Irene, for being a true community champion and for everything you do to make our village a wonderful place to call home.



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04/06/2026

A massive thank you goes out to Ian Crosbie (Bing) in his role as Chair of Penpont Community Council! Ian is our ultimate "go-to" person for all local matters, and we love that he regularly pops into the KPT Development Trust office to chat, catch up, and keep us fully up to speed. His dedication ensures our community continues to thrive and build the vital resilience needed to tackle today's key challenges. Ian is standing alongside a volunteer from St John Scotland at the Gladstone Hall last night—who was delivering life-saving CPR and defibrillator training—perfectly showcases the incredible diversity of local volunteering and its immense power for the greater good. If you ever need a confidence building session using the e-bikes, Ian is also your main go to. Thank you, Bing, for your exceptional leadership, your constant presence, and everything you do for our area! 🌟



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04/06/2026

🎉 Huge shoutout and a massive thank you to Marc Tollett and his mum and dad, Diane and Nick! As a family in our KPT Community Council area, their ongoing support is nothing short of incredible. There is absolutely nothing that "Team Tollett" cannot turn their hand to!
They help us with absolutely everything, including: All things creative 🎨Recycling initiatives ♻️Our craft circle 🧵Maintaining community green spaces 🌱Most recently, they jumped right in to help make the KM Rally 2026 a fantastic success! 🏎️We are so incredibly lucky to have your energy, kindness, and dedication in our community. Thank you, Team Tollett, for always stepping up and making our area a better place to live! 🙌



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04/06/2026

Huge applause and a massive thank you to Emily Murray as we celebrate National Volunteers' Week! You are a true cornerstone of our community, from caring for Penpont Pearl and the Garden Girls to supporting our KPT Community Garden Group. Your energy at the Penpont Primary Parent Council, your legendary baking, and your constant support at family events bring everyone together and make our school and wider community a brighter place for all.



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