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Community Councillors In this issue Foul Play - football players hit out Ian Weir, Groam Farm, Kirkhill 831750 against selfish dogwalkers p2 Chris Heaton-Armstrong, Kirkhill 831779 Ally MacNeill, Tigh Cala, 4 Newtonhill 831339 Achnagairn House - 200 years on p3 Fred Geddes, Newtonhill 831324 Cameron Kemp, West Altnaceardaich, Lentran 831552 Karen Young, Glen Rowan, Bunchrew 234128 Crannog is published four times a year Iain Urquhart, 58 Newton Park, Kirkhill 831278 by Kirkhill & Bunchrew Community Council. The next Ian Cowan, Tigh-na-Beithe, Kirkhill 831344 meeting is on 24 March, then 12 May and 23 June Caroline Crawford, Gardener’s Cottage, Achnagairn, Kirkhill 2009. All meetings of the community council are usu- 831503 ally held in the Old North Inn on a Tuesday evening at Arthur Lacey, 26 Newton Park, Kirkhill 831785 7.30 and are open to members of the public. If you have any concerns you would like raised please come along or alternatively speak to one of the councillors.
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PLEASE PHONE 01463 831070 Tel. 07851 744590 (Shona) OR MOBILE 077 808 62035 Crannog Spring 2009 1 Coaches have to clear half sack of excrement before kids’ Saturday football can begin Young players give dog foulers a red card Kirkhill dog owners are “Dog excrement is that are causing a public please keep away from receive a fixed penalty of being urged to be more building up on all the health hazard to our the playing fields.” £40, which rises to £60 if responsible and pick up grassy areas in Kirkhill,” children. Toxoplasmosis not paid within 28 days. after their dogs after a explained one Mum. (carried in the worms’ Highland Council is Dog excrement should Saturday morning foot- “Problem areas are eggs found in dog excre- reminding dog owners be picked up, placed in ball nightmare. across the a bag and deposited in area that a dog waste bin, litter bin Coaches at the they must or owner’s own bin. Bags regular training clean up are available from Coun- session for pri- after their cil Service Points. mary school chil- dog has dren had to lift fouled any Apart from being unpleas- over half a sack public open ant to look at, there are of dog excrement space - this health risks attached to from the pitches i n c l u d e s dog excrement, and it is at the community pavements, particularly disappoint- centre in the vil- footpaths, ing that dog owners are lage before it was r o a d s , allowing their pets to safe to let the chil- parks, rec- foul in parks and other dren play. r e a t i o n a l recreational areas where p i t c h e s , children play. And if this hap- cycle ways, pens again foot- communal Please, please be a ball training may have to the grassy strip on the ment) can cause blind- land and open land which responsible dog owner be abandoned for health right walking towards ness and brain damage the public has access to. and ensure that your dog and safety reasons. the pedestrian crossing in children, never mind does not foul in these (from Inchmore), which the food poisoning bac- Under the Dog Fouling areas. Parents were horrified is covered in excrement, teria! (Scotland) Act 2003, the that some dog owners and Newton Park pave- council can issue fixed If you have informa- could be so irresponsible ments. However it is the “If you can’t stop your penalty notices to offend- tion about offenders or and it’s not just a prob- people who “walk” their dog pooing on the grass, ers. Anyone identified require more informa- lem at the playing fields dogs on the playing fields please take a pooper as failing to clean up tion, contact the Council which cause concern: at the Community Centre scooper with you...and after their dog is liable to on 01463 702000.
ROWANHILL NATURAL CRAFTS GARDEN TREE SURGERY WORKSHOP (in the former candle workshop, between Lentran & Ardfearn Nursery) HANDMADE PAPERS & CARDS H & H Brown HANDMADE PHOTO ALBUMS Bunchrew Bespoke Service available for all special occasions HANDMADE PRESERVES Tree Felling & Topping Also available in Gift Baskets Removal or Make Safe Damaged Trees Fruit Tree Care HANDMADE SILK SCARVES Tree Management & Advice HANDMADE CANDLES Free Quotations Open Easter to Christmas Public Liability Insurance Usually 12 – 5 Tuesday – Saturday (please check before making a special trip) Phone: Hugh on Open any time by appointment 01463 713245 please contact Sue Blaney mob 0774 844 6609 tel 01463 831334 07845 468540 Email on www.rowanhillnaturalcrafts.com 2 Crannog Spring 2009 Achnagairn House ready for another 200 years by Sheila Endersby
As I’m sure most of you know, Achna- Throughout its development, the house gairn House in Kirkhill has recently has acquired unique and superb exam- been restored to its former glory and ples of architecture and interior design now is open for business as a wedding/ features. For this reason, Achnagairn is family party/corporate event venue. currently a listed heritage building with I became involved in the business as Grade B classification Bookings Manager in the summer of last year and am aware that there is In recent times, it’s been owned by the a lot of local interest in the house. I Ogden family (1901) and was used as thought the Crannog would be a good a hospital during the second world war way of communicating what is happen- - one of those soldiers, Bill Grant, who ing and how things are progressing! was only 16 at the time, recently came back to Firstly, a bit of background. Achna- Achnagairn and told the Providing A Quality, Reliable Service gairn House has ancient origins, the present owners how the word Achnagairn meaning “Field of the ballroom had always been Cairns” and there has been a house on referred to as “the jungle” STEWARTS CARPETS the site for the past 400 years. A date because there had been stone which is now incorporated into heads of wild animals Choose Your Floor Coverings In The the fireplace in the library within the adorning the walls. Comfort Of Your Own Home Or Business estate now proudly reads 1663 and the house as it now stands was built circa In the last decade Achna- Contract & Domestic Flooring Specialists 1812. There is a crest on the exterior gairn passed from owner wall outside the reception hall which to owner, changing hands bears the Latin inscription ‘Peaceful frequently. It was placed • Carpets & Vinyls but Prepared for Battle’ - possibly an on the “at risk” register • Wood/Laminate Flooring apt description when it comes to wed- of important houses. The dings! current owners, Gillian • Karndean Floors and Michael Lacey-Soly- • Repair Work Undertaken The original part of the house was built mar, have lovingly restored to three storeys with fabulous architec- the house over the last • Distance No Object tural features such as the conical main two years and the jour- • All Floor Coverings Supplied & Fitted entrance tower and the two bell-shaped ney has been a long one. towers that overlook the garden. Other However, even on a short • Wide Choice Available typically ‘Scottish’ features are the visit, guests get a strong crow-stepped gables. Additions and sense of the history which • Fit Only Service alterations to the house were made by still emanates from the All Work Guaranteed u Free Estimates Ross and Joass (Inverness architects) mansion’s wood-panelled in 1864 and substantial redesigns walls. The refurbishment Tel/Fax: and extensions in the Arts and Crafts has been difficult at times, 01463 831008 style, were probably made between particularly given today’s Mobile: 1905 and 1910. A different architect, strict building controls, W. L. Carruthers in 1912, added the and I’m sure must have 07785 344992 ballroom and rear service quarters caused many a sleepless with inner court. The breathtaking ball- night but the result has Clashaidy, Inchmore room with its timber braced ceiling and been worth it. Gillian and IV5 7PX magnificent oak panelling was a 21st Mike have successfully birthday present from a previous owner merged the old with the to his daughter, the enormous fireplace new and the luxurious e: kevin@stewarts in the room bearing the date 1912. carpets.freeserve.co.uk Continued on p7 Blooming Marvellous Working to help you enjoy your garden • Regular garden care • Planting and pruning • Spring and autumn tidy up • Flowerbed and border makeovers Elizabeth Shiach, Gardener, RHS Cert. in Horticulture Call 01463 831591 or 07733 421039 “a thorough job to a high standard” • “reliable, friendly and very knowledgeable” • “excellent at giving ideas” Inverness, Beauly & Kirkhill areas
Crannog Spring 2009 3 Kiltarlity Post Office, Village Store & Coffee Shop Tel: 01463 741284 Post Office Opening Hours Monday 9.00am – 5.30pm • Euro currency on demand. Tuesday 9.00am – 5.30pm • Free Cash Withdrawal facility. Wednesday 9.00am – 5.30pm • Bill Payment (Telephone/Electric/Gas). Thursday 9.00am – 5.30pm • Council Tax/Rent Payment. Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm • Electric/Gas Key charging. Saturday 9.00am – 12.30pm • NS & I and Post Office Savings accounts. Sunday CLOSED • e-Top up. Closed for lunch 12pm – 1pm Monday – Friday Please visit www.postoffice.co.uk to see the full range of services offered by the Post Office. Village Store Village Store Opening Hours Monday 7.30am – 8.00pm • Wide selection of Grocery items. Tuesday 7.30am – 8.00pm • Frozen foods. Wednesday 7.30am – 8.00pm • Selection of fresh fruit / vegetables. Thursday 7.30am – 8.00pm • Cuisine de France bakery. Friday 7.30am – 8.00pm • Chilled goods. Saturday 7.30am – 3.00pm • Newspapers & Magazines. Sunday 8.30am – 12.30pm • Confectionery & Snacks. Coffee Shop Opening Hours Coffee Shop Monday 10.30am – 8.00pm Tuesday 10.30am – 8.00pm • Hot & Cold Drinks. Wednesday 10.30am – 8.00pm • Cakes, Scones & Traybakes. Thursday 10.30am – 8.00pm • Takeaway available. Friday 10.30am – 8.00pm Saturday 10.30am – 3.00pm Sunday CLOSED
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4 Crannog Spring 2009 Kirkhill & Bunchrew Community Trust Local It’s AGM time again! Bicycle It’s AGM time again, and Kirkhill have to look at it one section and Bunchrew Community Trust at a time. We really need more invite all who live in our area to people to get involved in this Repairs come along to Kirkhill Primary work, so if you’re interested School on Monday 23 March contact Aileen Armstrong on at 7.30pm. The AGM business 831558 or at aileen.king@btin- Service will be very short, as the main ternet.com. & attraction is a talk on Reducing your Carbon Footprint by Mhairi Looking ahead, the Environment MacSween, who is the Outreach Group of the Trust has organ- Officer from the Energy Saving ised one of its regular litter-picks Scotland advice centre (High- around Kirkhill, and the date for lands and Islands). In these your diary is Saturday 25 April cash-strapped times, it makes – the date of the first Market economic as well as environ- after Easter in the School. Litter mental sense to look at how we pickers should meet in the Com- organise our lives! All welcome. munity Centre Car Park at 12 noon. More information from Meanwhile the Paths and Trans- [email protected] port Group of the Community or contact Erik on 831742. Trust is continuing to look for ways to create safe routes for As you can see, the Trust is Ged Church walkers, cyclists and horse- involved in many activities which riders, and we are actively benefit the local community, involved in securing funding for and more and more people are Forester’s Cottage a detailed survey of sections joining us to show their sup- 3 Newtonhill of the main A862 to see where port. Membership is open to all off-road paths could be created. who live in the Crannog area, The eventual aim is to create an and it’s free! Come along to the Phone 831306 off-road option all the way from AGM or contact George Hogg on Beauly to Clachnaharry, but the 831674 or by email at scale of the task means we will [email protected]
Registered Childminder Mrs Debbie Hamilton 01463 831585
I will have vacancies for part-time childcare starting this August 2009. If you are returning to work or maybe even just feel that you want a couple of hours off each week, give me a call and I will try to fit in around your plans. I have a large playroom, garden and lots of toys and crafts and I like to take the children on walks and outings when ever possible. I will be operating on a “first come” basis, so please get in touch as early as possible to reserve a place.
Crannog Spring 2009 5 Kirkhill Krew Your local youth group Kirkhill WRI meets on Wednesday A very wintry session nights from 7.00 - 8.30 It seems such a long time since of Christ- Gavin J. Lee pm at Kirkhill Primary mas Party for the senior citizens in the School during term time, Kirkhill area. It was very well attended Garden Maintenance Service and is open to all S1 - and we’ve had excellent feedback and we S4 pupils who live in the are so glad that everyone enjoyed meet- Lentran Kirkhill and Bunchrew ing with old and new friends. The hall was area. beautifully decorated for the occasion. We do different activi- The professional entertainer for the ties every week, and are evening was Ronnie Ross who soon had really keen to get some everyone singing and laughing along. Many . Grass Cutting ideas from young people thanks to the Old North Inn who assisted about what you want to us with the catering side of things. The . Weeding do at our sessions - it’s refreshments were much appreciated. your youth group, tell us . General Garden Maintenance Many thanks to Graham and his staff. The what you want! Foot- recently formed Junior Gaelic Choir were a ball, dodgeball, baking, . Garden Tidy Up big hit and we wish them every success. badminton, darts, pool, music, computer games, . Small Gardens Our Speciality In January we had a most interested talk arts and crafts, wood- from Mairi Fraser about the Vine Trust work and quizzes are just which helps the street boys in Peru. some of the activities on offer. We were to have a talk on Basic First Aid in early February but the severe road con- New members are ditions soon put pay to that and it was Please phone for a always welcome. www. rescheduled. But that meeting had to be kirkhillkrew.co.uk or cancelled too! Hopefully our March meet- Bebo (kirkhillkrew) or free estimate ing with Mike Phimister speaking on Wild- call for more information. life Photography won’t be snowed off! If you can offer to help in any way, either by becom- Remember new members are always wel- ing a leader or sharing a 01463 831054 come to join us. Belated Happy New Year skill, please get in touch. greetings from us all! Caroline Crawford 07752433912 Elizabeth Elliot – secretary 782442 831503 Maureen Matheson– president 831426 ORIGINAL PET PORTRAITS Canine Styles
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By having us groom your dog at By Shona MacDonald home, your dog will be entirely relaxed with his surroundings B A (HONS) in Drawing and Painting and you’ll feel at ease knowing that you can For that special gift. Pet portraits done in pastel. watch over him as he gets groomed to our high standard Contact Tel 01463 831024 Please contact Christine email [email protected] on tel 01463 220 196 for more information or an appointment 6 Crannog Spring 2009 A new service on how to complain by Consumer Direct Scotland Not happy with your gas or electricity supplier? Increasing domestic ‘Consumer Focus’, This new consumer Achnagairn House is benefiting as we are fuel bills, complaints launched in October champion has legisla- Continued from p3 keen to use local suppli- against poor standards 2008, is the new statu- tive powers that include ers and services – these of service, high pres- bedrooms with their tory organisation cam- the right to investigate sumptuous furnishings are actively promoted sure sales relating gas paigning for a fair deal any consumer complaint and engaged. Cater- and electricity doorstep and contemporary bath- for consumers in the which have a national rooms are a triumph of ing companies, florists, sellers and telephone UK and can investigate trend or wider interest; entertainment, outdoor sales and problems or style and imagination. complaints against the right to ask for infor- Features in the bed- activities – they’re all delays in switching sup- energy companies and mation from providers sourced nearby which plier are just a few of the rooms include jacuzzi postal services compa- and the power to con- baths, four poster beds, helps place Achnagairn problems which can now nies. ‘Consumer Focus’ duct research as well as House in the local arena be dealt in a single tele- walk-in showers,original was created through the ability to make official antiques and there’s as a major contributor. phone call to Consumer the merger of Energy- super-complaints about Direct. even a round bed in watch, Postwatch and failing services. Details one room! The public Gillian and Mike are the National Consumer of its plan of action for keen to establish further Consumer Direct can rooms are beautifully Council (including the 2009 will be published furnished and there are links with the Kirkhill give advice to consum- Welsh and Scottish Con- on its website at www. community and sur- ers on how to complain several additions, such sumer Councils). consumerfocus.org.uk as a home cinema, a rounding areas and are to energy suppliers by going to hold an open calling Consumer Direct treatment room, and a As a single organisation, games room. day very soon to which on 08454 04 05 06 or ‘Consumer Focus’ hopes Consumers can also everyone will be invited by email through their to have a stronger voice visit/write to Highland Gillian and Mike opened to come along, have a website at: www.con- relating to the industries Trading Standards, 38 look around and enjoy sumerdirect.gov.uk the house for business practices and promote Harbour Road, Inverness in May last year and some light refreshment consumer interests. IV1 1UF – watch this space and Consumer Direct is since then Achnagairn Bowling Club has been a lovely setting local noticeboards for working with the energy the date! In the mean- and postal services On Saturday 28 February, some members of Kirkhill for many a happy occa- Bowling Club took part in the League Open Pairs at sion, be it a wedding, a time, if anyone has any watchdog, ‘Consumer knowledge of Achnagairn Focus’’, and the Energy Daviot. Duncan Gray and Madda Georgeson won birthday party, a fund- through to the final and they both played very well but raising event, a family or would like to know Ombudsman Service more, then do please to assist consumers had to settle for the runner up spot. party, or a conference. Business, despite the get in touch with me via to pursue complaints e-mail – s.endersby1@ against energy providers Senior Bowling Club recent economic gloom, A most enjoyable afternoon with a pairs competition has been and contin- btinternet.com. and postal service com- You can also find more panies. was held recently for the Norman Williamson Trophy. ues to be, very brisk. All Winners were Anne Lyle and Ken MacColl. of this activity means details at www.perfect- that the local economy manors.com.
Crannog Spring 2009 7 Rural residents wanted to train for life saving community service Easter First responders scheme seeks volunteers raffle The Scottish Ambulance at an incident within the will aim to reach an inci- service to your commu- Service will soon be critical 8-minute period dent within 8 minutes. nity or assist in estab- Kirkhill Primary School launching a new ‘first due to the lengthy dis- lishing a Community Parent Fundraising responders scheme’ in tances involved, adverse The volunteers will be First Responder Scheme Group has a huge the Muir of Ord, Beauly traffic conditions etc. trained in the latest first range of tempting and Kirkhill area. aid techniques and will please contact: prizes on offer in their ‘Aird First Response’ will carry vital life saving Easter raffle, including Living in a rural area such respond to most 999 equipment such as Scottish Ambulance a 48 bottle wine rack as this means that it is calls that require an oxygen and defibrillators. Service Divisional and wine, Cafetiere, not always possible for ambulance. Being based Headquarters, Inverness Re-energising hamper, an ambulance to arrive in the community they If you have some free 01463 732000 Walt Disney Castle time and and lots more. Tick- want to ets (£1 per strip) can participate be purchased directly in provid- from the school office ing such a or look for the Raffle Cool Club v a l u a b l e Booth at the Village market.
Kirkhill Tots Tickets will be drawn @ Kirkhill Relaxed and friendly on 20 March. Kirkhill Tots Group currently include a slide, soft play, mini meet every Wednesday and trampoline, Friday in Kirkhill Community ride-on toys, dressing up, role- After School Club Centre from 10 am to 12 noon. play, craft activities, baby toys We take a break for the school and much more. We are sup- holidays. Mums, Dads, and ported by Care and Learning Registration now available other carers are welcome with Alliance, whose play-leader their little ones. We cater for visits with new ideas for the Open every day during term the ages of newborn to three, group to try. with older siblings coming along when Nursery finishes at half- Our fees are set at £1.50 (£2.50 time from 3.15 - 5.45 past eleven. Some come from for a family) on a Wednesday and as far afield as Beauly and Muir £1.00 (£1.50 per family) on a Let us look after your children in a of Ord, so feel free to combine Friday. We also have an annual our group with other ones on registration fee, £6, which helps safe, secure & happy environment different days. cover improvements, rent and the fun days at the end of every Approved by the Care Commission & The atmosphere is very friendly term e.g. Easter eggs! and relaxed ~ three helpers set out the toys and snacks while If you are new to the area, Registered with the Kiddi voucher scheme everyone else chats while they please come and meet us! Pop watch their children play. Friday in for a chat, have a cuppa and sessions are more informal, see for yourself what fun things Call Carolyn or Debbie with everybody mucking in and there are to do! providing their own snacks. on 07979 943273 To find out more, contact We have a variety of toys and activities available which Alison Pacey 831258 FIRST CHOICE DECORATIONS Contact PAINTING JIM GOODMAN DECORATING tel WALLPAPERING 01463 831301 mob TILING 07922 038868 PLASTERING CONON WATER COTTAGE KIRKHILL, INVERNESS IV5 7PG
8 Crannog Spring 2009 Spring is coming !! Save money Improve your health Has Kirkhill got talent? Get a bike I am sure there are many BLACK BRIDGE BIKES of you who remember the Have a wide range of bicycles to suit all users fantastic “Stars in Kirkhill” shows and we want to do road bikes, mountain bikes, town bikes, hybrids, bmxs something about bring- children’s bikes ing them back. All rebuilt by qualified staff & come with 28 day warranty We want to organise a fun show for Prices for adult bikes - average £55 - £65 the local area and we need your help. Prices for children’s bikes from £20 - £40 Do you have a talent? Would you like to perform Donations of all types of bikes for re-building in the show or help with the organising? If so gratefully received then please get in touch for further information. Monthly Sales 1st Saturday of each month 10.00 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. Helena Stewart Tel: 01463 831636 or Individual sales by arrangement email [email protected] At Highland Slaters Yard, 19 Carsegate Road, Inverness Mary Hannant Tel 01463 831636 or Directions Turn left at roundabout after Muirtown canal bridge. Take email [email protected] first left at mini roundabout just past Co-op. In 300m take first left op- posite Kia motors. Turn left again immediately and you’ll find us 100m down on the right at the end of the cul de sac. Jayne Macmillan Tel: 01463 831675 For up to date sales list or to view bikes Phone 831306 or 07786 972943 Robert Kinghorn Tree Surgery
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Home: 01463 831828 [email protected] 01463 223743 Mobile: 078877 00725 07717194567 Email: [email protected] Crannog Spring 2009 9 Kirkhill District Amenities Association KDAA will meet to con- and an Open to All policy. KDAA General Meeting sider amendments to Full details of the amend- For sale! the association’s con- ments will be posted at Monday 23 March 2009 stitution to enable the the post office and com- at 7.30pm association to comply munity centre notice Got something to sell, swap or give with the requirements of boards or available from away? Kirkhill Church meeting Charities Accounts (Scot- Sandra Hogg, 831674. Send it in to Crannog - £2 per ad/main item. room. land) Regulations 2006 All welcome to attend. Over 700 readers in your community 2009 Gala will take place on Saturday 20 June. The committee would GARAGE SALE welcome any new ideas 63 Newton Park for this annual event. Please get in touch as Kirkhill soon as possible. Thank you. Gala2009 Wilma Williamson 831737 SATURDAY 25th APRIL FROM 10AM ONWARDS Thanks for reading Crannog The next issue - Summer 2009 will be out in early June in plenty of time All sorts of for the Gala - deadline for contributions 22 May. If you have any news, bargains from views or adverts (only £10 for a quarter page or £35 for four issues!) please get in touch. household items to Crannog Editor kids/babies Alison Hay, 1 Groam Court, Kirkhill IV5 7NW clothes/ tel 831042 goods & toys. email [email protected] As our community continues to expand, we are always on the All welcome. lookout for more volunteers to deliver Crannog. If you can help please contact Ken MacColl 831617
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