Barr Community Action Plan to the end of 2012

This project was part-financed by the Scottish Government and by the European Community LEADER 2007 – 2013 Programme

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Contents INTRODUCTION ...... 2 Community Action Plan 2010 - 2012 ...... 2 COMMUNITY PROFILE SUMMARY ...... 4 History and location ...... 4 Health and Emergency Services ...... 5 Transport ...... 5 Amenities ...... 6 COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS ...... 8 Household and personal information ...... 8 Housing and development ...... 9 Environment and Amenities ...... 10 Public Amenities ...... 11 Law and Order ...... 12 Emergency Services ...... 13 Road safety / transport ...... 13 Facilities, leisure and tourism ...... 15 Future development ...... 16 Summary ...... 18 OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE ...... 19 Shared Strategies ...... 19 MAIN THEMES AND PRIORITIES ...... 21 THEME 1 – COMMUNITY FACILITIES ...... 21 THEME 2 – COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND ORGANISATIONS ...... 23 THEME 3 – LOCAL ENVIRONMENT ...... 25 THEME 4 – PUBLIC SERVICES ...... 26 THEME 5 – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ...... 28 THE FUTURE ...... 31 Appendix 1 - Funding ...... 32 Appendix 2 – Contacts ...... 37

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INTRODUCTION Community Action Plan 2010 - 2012 This Community Action Plan is for people living, working and planning for Barr. The contents provide the results, conclusions and recommendations from the survey which took place in Barr in 2010. It is a clear statement about the type of place the community wants Barr and what needs to be done. The Action Plan provides:

 An outline of our community profile  A summary of our community ‘s views  A vision for the future  The issues that matter most  Priorities for action  Action to be taken

This plan will be our guide for what we as a community want to try to make happen over the next two years, laying the foundations for change over the longer term.

Barr Community Council and Ailsa Horizons Ltd Your Community Council commissioned Ailsa Horizons Ltd to undertake a comprehensive community consultation to gather the views of local residents on various topics. The community appraisal process used a variety of methods to conduct consultations; one method was the use of household survey questionnaires to find out the opinions of local people about a range of topics. Various meetings and workshops also took place in Barr and the process has helped identify what needs conserving or what needs improving or changing. The result is an action plan and list of recommendations for the future of the area.

This project has been part-financed by the Scottish Government and by the European Community Ayrshire LEADER 2007-2013 Programme, South Ayrshire Council and the local Horizons Group.

Representatives from your Community Council have guided the consultation process and the development of this final report and action plan. Without the help and support of members of the community in responding to the community survey this report and action plan would not have been possible.

Implementation and feedback This Action Plan represents the end of one process, (capturing the views of the community and compiling recommendations) but it is the start of another. The recommendations need to be acted upon to realise the improvements to the quality of life that we have identified. We invite the wider community in Barr to review these detailed results and conclusions. You are sure to gain a better understanding of the issues of concern to you and we would welcome your comments on the analysis and any new insights. You can provide any feedback on the Ailsa Horizons website or by contacting your community council direct.

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Local People Have Their Say The Action Plan is based on the community consultations which took place. Community engagement activities included:

 holding open events that the community attended to access information and give their views  discussions with agency representatives and community planning partners  researching local and national policy and strategy in terms of community planning  carrying out a community views survey  activities with young people to conduct informal surveys  preparing a community profile detailing facts and figures about the community  a final report

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COMMUNITY PROFILE SUMMARY History and location Barr is a small community of approximately 250 individuals situated in the Stinchar river valley in the picturesque beauty of Scotland’s Southern Uplands. It is a predominantly pastoral area characterised by gently rolling hills which give the area a more “rounded character”1 compared with the more rugged topography of the Highlands in the North of Scotland. The Reverend C.H. Dick writing in 1916 wrote that Barr “is in touch with civilisation on the one hand and, on the other, is an outpost towards the wilds”.2

The name Barr itself originates from the Gaelic for height or hill and it was established as a parish in 1653. Like many other areas of South West Scotland from the mid to late 17th century Barr had links with the Covenanters, who were Presbyterians attempting to keep their form of worship as the sole religion of Scotland. This ended in a period called the “killing times” in Scottish history in which an estimated eighteen thousand Covenanters were killed through battle and persecution. An examination of most church yards in South West Scotland, including Barr’s will produce evidence of “martyrs” graves or memorials as a testament to this bloody period in history.  Behind yon hills where Barr and the surrounding area have also left their Stinchar flows mark on the literary world with the poem My Nanie, O 'Mang moors an' mosses by Robert Burns mentioning the river Stinchar. many, O, Apocryphal evidence also suggests that the poem The wintry sun the day has and carol In the Bleak Midwinter, by Christina Rossetti was inspired by the winter scenery around clos'd, Barr. And I'll awa to Nanie, O The surrounding Changue Forest is predominantly  coniferous woodland, with the higher areas consisting of heather covered hills and moorland plateau. The area in general is known for its scenic beauty and the outer reaches of the three hundred square mile Galloway forest park are only one mile away from the village of Barr.

Interestingly the Galloway Forest Park was awarded the honour of being the United Kingdom’s first Dark Sky Park in November 2009 leading to the Park being called a “fantastic asset in the now international network of Dark Sky Parks”.3 This enclave free from “light pollution” which plagues urban areas and is the bane of amateur astronomers has provided an opportunity for individuals to witness the night sky in all its splendour.

1http://www.visitscotland.com/guide/scotland-factfile/geography/geology, Accessed 10th of June 2010. 2 Dick, C.H. (1916) Highways and Byways in Galloway and Carrick", MacMillan and Co: London. 3http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/south_of_scotland/8361244.stm, Accessed 15th of June 2010. 4

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Another recent development in Barr has Hadyard Hill Wind Farm been the construction of the Hadyard Hill Wind Farm which came online in September 2006 and was the first wind farm in the UK to generate over 100 MW of power. The wind farm’s contribution to combating climate change is estimated at 300,000 tonnes of Carbon Dioxide (C02) a year being kept from entering the atmosphere.4 The operators of Hadyard Hill Windfarm donate to a Community Benefit Fund which is administered locally for the benefit of the communities of Barr, Dailly, and Pinwherry / Pinmore.

Health and Emergency Services Barr has a General practitioner outreach service from Dailly – Drs McFadyen and Malloch. The outreach service also offers prescription fulfilment and collection. There is also the Girvan community hospital - 8 miles away, recently opened with access to minor injuries treatment, non emergency care, inpatient beds, rehabilitation services and some outreach clinic care such as podiatry and diabetic care. Dental services can be accessed in both Girvan and Maybole or further afield in Ayr.

There is also a minor injuries unit open Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm. The nearest accident and emergency care is at Ayr Hospital over twenty three miles away.

As for emergency services Strathclyde police have their nearest station in Girvan as do the Strathclyde fire and rescue service. The nearest Scottish ambulance service base is also situated at the Girvan Community hospital.

Transport As regular bus services are not available in the village, the main transport option is the Carrick “ring and ride” service (now known as MyBus Rural). Essentially, this operates as any other bus service except that it is “on demand” and can be pre- booked. It is available to any resident of Carrick who meets the necessary criteria and lives within the KA26 post code area. Unfortunately, this service does not operate on Sundays, early mornings or after 7pm in the evening. The nearest train station to Barr is at Girvan or Barrhill. But again if one were to rely on public transport to get to the station in the first place then this causes problems when trying to coordinate with trains. This can limit travel further afield from Barr and can lead to greater inconvenience and costs for Barr residents without private transport.

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Further transport options available come from the Travel Connections Project that is based in Girvan. The project provides transport for residents of rurally isolated areas in Carrick, for example, arranging a Taxi run at a reduced fare to enable residents to reach work locations when no public transport is available at the time needed.

At the time of publishing the action plan the Stepping Stones for Families ‘Travel Connections’ Project is under review.

The Girvan and South Carrick Community Action Network (CAN) also provide patient transport services for hospital appointments whereby normal transport methods are not suitable.

Previous surveys bear out the results from the one carried out as part of the current action planning and show that Barr residents have to rely heavily on personal rather than public transport for most of their needs.

Amenities Barr has its own bowling and putting green and a football pitch. There is also the Kings Arms Hotel with a restaurant and lounge café which serves non alcoholic beverages.

Barr also has a village shop and post office open during the mornings and early evenings. Like many rural village shops, it is heavily dependent on its local trade and needs the support of the village in order to be sustainable.

The primary school in Barr has approx 25 pupils and feeds Girvan Academy, with Queen Margaret Academy as its second, denominational High School option. The Village Hall is opened to the public on Sunday afternoons throughout the summer months as a tearoom, to raise money for general charities. The hall is well used throughout the whole year with many residents using it regularly.

The Hall is in need of refurbishment and a project is underway with a steering group to look at the feasibility of taking back control of the building from South Ayrshire Council. The aim would be to refurbish the hall and to make it both financially and environmentally sustainable. The steering group is exploring ways to generate income from the hall and other projects that would provide income to reduce the need for outside funding.

Many village halls in South Ayrshire, whilst owned by the community, are held in trust for them by South Ayrshire Council. This means that maintenance and janitorial costs, insurance and upkeep have been provided by South Ayrshire Council. THIS MAY CHANGE. Communities need to be acting now and looking at the viability of their halls and how they can best be used. Communities may wish to investigate the options of taking control of their hall themselves. SAC are willing to 6

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work with communities to do this, passing control of the hall over in a staged manner and allowing the community time to develop their plans and to source relevant funding to top up income streams from the hall if needed.

Barr is also trying to secure a games field for community use and is presently negotiating for land in Barr to achieve that aim.

As part of the consultation, children in Barr took part in a mapping exercise to celebrate the things that they have in their community and to showcase their wishes and aspirations for the future. It is interesting to note that in the map,

many of the things they prize and wish for – Swimming, Bowling, Shops, etc – are at the ends of the road

Local children with their map of Barr

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The following information, gathered from the community consultations, provides an analysis of the responses to the questions asked. 34% of household survey questionnaires distributed in Barr were completed and the results highlight various issues residents felt were important. Throughout the questionnaire there was the opportunity for respondents to give their comments and are incorporated into the relevant sections.

Household and personal information In this section residents were asked various questions in terms of their household and why they had moved to Barr.

Survey responses indicated that two person households are the majority in Barr at 56% followed by 16% being one person households.

1 Person Households 56% 2 Person Households 60% 3 Person Households 16% 4 Person Households 40% 13% 9% 0% 6% 5 Person Households 20% 6 Person Households 0%

Age ranges within households highlighted that the largest age group in the village was represented by 45 to 59 year olds with 25% followed by 75 to 84 year olds on 9%.

The survey asked why residents had moved to Barr. 28% indicated that the attractive area had been the main factor. In this question the option of “other” was given and 10% took the opportunity to provide details. The results were a mixture of having been born in the village and an attachment to the school. Employment in the area Aracve area 10% 20% 25% Rerement 17% 28% Family es

Other

This is comparable to a 2007 study in which 37% of respondents stated that the attractive area was important to Barr which underlines the importance of the location and natural environment to Barr residents.

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Housing and development In this section the views of villagers were directed towards housing and what they thought about development of new homes in the future.

The community survey helped identify housing needs in Barr and asked questions regarding housing available in the area. 46% of survey responses indicated that the current level of housing was about right for their area. However, when asked about the amount of local authority housing, 23% of respondents stated that there was not enough.

Lack of nursing home places Lack of local authority housing Lack of private rented housing Lack of stock Not suitable housing Too little housing About Right 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50%

Further comments suggested that additional affordable rented housing was needed.

68% of residents responding indicated that Barr could potentially accommodate further housing development and identified the type and size of accommodation they felt was needed in the village. 41% stated that more small family homes were needed. One comment stated that the village had no homes for retired individuals.

50% 41% Large family homes small family homes 40% 32% sheltered homes 30% nursing home 16% No further homes needed 20% 11%

10% 0%

0%

The 2007 survey indicated that there was room for more housing in Barr but that architecturally they should be similar to existing houses in Barr and not be of a more “modern build”.

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Environment and Amenities In this section, views and opinions were sought about the village and what could be done in the future to enhance or improve it.

Barr, like many rural Carrick villages has features that significantly contribute to the character of the place. When asked what villagers felt was important to them about Barr, the majority stated that this was the community at 53%.

0.6 0.5 The Community 0.4 53% 0.3 47% The Locaon 0.2 0.1 0

We also asked the opinions of the community about areas that could be improved visually. 44% stated that the area around the village could be improved.

Other 18%

Area around the village 44%

Main Village 38% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50%

Community Comments  ‘More seats around the village’  ‘More trees and planting’

 ‘Reopen village pub’

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Residents were asked what they thought should be done to protect and enhance the environment of Barr and the local area. Other

35% Improve roads 30% Tidy village /area 25%

20% 33% Remove repair derelict 15% buildings 22% 10% 18% 16% More employment locally 5% 6% 5% Improved public 0% transport

Community Comments

 ‘Improve roads in and out of Barr’  ‘Plant more shrubs’  ‘Roads and verges are awful’  ‘Cottages in Glenginnet Road’

Public Amenities Residents were asked what you thought about the standards of maintenance of public highways and public areas and parks. 97% indicated they felt that the state of the roads was poor. A similar figure was indicated for other rural communities in Carrick. In terms of the condition of pavements, verges and drains, comments were also largely negative with a large majority stating that such amenities were poor.

The condition and inadequacy of the roads and pavements has been a consistent problem for residents of Barr and has been persistently brought up in previous community surveys.

97% 100% 74% 80% 67% 70% 60% 52% Good 34% Reasonable 40% 27% 24% 20% 14% 20% 9% Poor 3% 6% 3% 0% Public Areas Pavements Roads Verges Drains

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Law and Order Residents were also asked what crimes and anti-social behaviours, if any, were of concern. The survey revealed that 49% of those who responded felt that Barr was a safe environment.

Concerned with crime / an social behaviour 49% 51% Feel safe

However, 51% were concerned and we wanted views on specific crimes or anti- social behaviours. Of the 51% who were concerned, 52% indicated that dog fouling was an issue and 32% stated that littering was a cause for concern.

Liering 32%

Dog Fouling 52%

Vandalism 12%

The 4% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60%

Regarding measures which may be taken, Community Comment 87% indicated that “more activities for young people” were needed, highlighting a possible  ‘Children out of school before need for preventative interventions. Measures parents home’ such as CCTV and a neighbourhood watch were not deemed necessary.

Drug/drink education/ A greater prevention police 3% presence 10% A neighbourhoo CCTV d watch 0% 0%

More activities for young people 87%

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Emergency Services Residents were asked about their views on the standard of the Emergency Services. Those who had not used any of the services expressed no opinion.

70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% Good 0% Reasonable

Poor

Road safety / transport The survey asked about the level of traffic in the village and if residents thought there was a problem. 72% felt there was no problem regarding traffic in Barr and that no measures were necessary, however 28% felt that various speed control measures could be considered. .

No traffic calming necessary 72%

Speed cameras 8%

Traffic calming 10%

Extension of the speed limit 10%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80%

Community Comment

 ‘Traffic calming humps are a problem to farm vehicles and should be avoided’

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Residents were asked if they experienced any transport difficulties in getting out of the village to other places.

100% 90% 80% 70% 60% Oen 50% 40% Occasionally 30% Never 20% 10% 0% Hospital Doctor Denst Work Training Social Grocery acvies Shops

This response was further substantiated by whether residents had any difficulty getting to particular places. The majority at 79% said they never experience any difficulty.

8% 13% Oen Occasionally 79% Never

The survey revealed the 79% of respondents, rely on their own private transport (i.e. the same proportion who never have any difficulty in getting to other places). As there is no public bus service running through Barr, it is not surprising that only 13% stated that the bus was their main source of transport.

Community Comments

 ‘More regular public transport’  ‘A bus timetable nearby’

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Facilities, leisure and tourism This section asked questions in terms of leisure and tourism development in Barr and considered facilities available to the community.

The survey looked at the opinions of local residents about social activities available to different age groups. 76% stated that social activities for young people between the ages of 17 and 25 were poor and 64% indicated that they were poor for children up to 16 years of age.

64% 76% 59% 60% 41% 50% 43% 36% Good 40% 26% 30% 21% 21% Reasonable 20% 10% 10% 3% 0% Poor Children up to 16 17 - 25 26 - 60 Over 60

Community Comment

 ‘More activities need to be in Barr’

Residents were asked about the use of the village hall. The Hall is felt to be well used and does appear to be busy. Nevertheless, 16% of those who responded stated that they never used this facility and 65% indicated that they use it less than 5 times a month.

16% 8% More than 10 11% 6 - 10

Less than 5

Never 65%

Residents were asked how far they would be prepared to travel to take part in social activities at other facilities in the area. 33% indicated they would travel to Girvan, with Dailly being the second most popular response with 24%.

Dailly 24% Colmonell 11% Lendalfoot 11% Ballantrae 11% Maybole 5% Stranraer 0% Ayr 5% Girvan 33% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35%

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Future development In previous sections various aspects of life in Barr were explored. This section looks at aspirations for how the village should develop.

Although there is some reluctance to change there is some recognition in Barr of the need to change with the times. 36% expressed that they would like to see the village develop as a viable working community. Whilst 32% indicated they would like it to develop as a tourist centre.

Other surveys have indicated that there is support for tourism in Barr but that residents do not wish to see their community transformed into a “village museum”. Hence, there is support for Barr to be a working community.

To stay as it is 24% As a tourist centre 32% As a commuter community 6% As a rerement community 2% As a working community 36% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40%

When questioned about the need for information services, the need for a Local Information Point was highlighted with 29% of people indicating this would be beneficial. A further 24% indicated that internet access was necessary. 24% also indicated the need for a tourist information point.

Other 7%

Internet access 24%

Training /employment informaon 16%

Local informaon point 29%

Tourist informaon point 24%

0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35%

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In the context of encouraging the development of Barr in the future, the survey asked what type of development should take place. 68% agreed that “more jobs” in the village should be encouraged. A further 77% agreed that small business development should be encouraged; indicating strong support for the creation of new jobs in the village or surrounding area and small business development.

80% 70% 60% 50% Strongly agree 40% Agree 30% 20% Have reservaons 10% 0% Definitely not Tourism Small business Small scale More jobs in the development / development industrial village / area aracons workshops

Again, this is remarkably similar to the 2007 survey in which 80% of individuals questioned believed that small business should be encouraged in and around Barr. Indicating that support for this type of economic development has not diminished and is unlikely to do so in the foreseeable future.

The survey revealed that regarding various activities suited to Barr, walking at 20% and fishing and off road cycling, both at 16%, were viewed as the most suited to the environment. The rest of the villagers evenly spread their support amongst road cycling, sightseeing and indoor sporting activities.

Horse Riding

16% 20% Road cycling 7% 15% Off-road cycling 11% 16% 15% Sightseeing

Fishing

Walking

Previous studies also showed a strong response for the development of outdoor activities which reflect Barr’s rural location and take advantage of its natural beauty.

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Summary  Residents of Barr predominantly choose to live here and would like to see the village developed via tourism and as a working community. Most people indicated that there was not enough information within the village and an information / tourist point would be useful.

 Any new housing should be either rented stock or affordable to buy and be predominantly small family homes.

 Over 50% of Barr residents feel that they have the interests of the community at heart with 44% wanting to improve the village environs.

 The roads are of concern to many residents who see poor road surfaces on all routes in and around Barr.

 Other areas of concern within the village include the derelict housing in the middle of the village and the lack of hotel / pub within the village.

 Nearly 80% of respondents felt that there was little for young people to do in Barr. However, as not everyone responded, it is difficult to quantify numbers against age ranges. The 2007 survey indicated that there were around 60 – 70 young people (0 – 21 yrs) residing in Barr at that point. Respondents also felt there was a lack of activities for all ages including older residents.

 The village hall is a highly valued resource and is felt to be well used and busy. This is confirmed by the activities that happen within the hall and the full bookings diary.Nevertheless, 16% of those who responded stated that they never used this facility and 65% indicated that they use it less than 5 times a month. This may indicate an untapped local market.

 98% of respondents appreciate the facility of the village shop and the opening hours. Only 1 responder felt that the shop was not necessary within the village.

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OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE Our vision for the future of Barr is one where the needs and aspirations of all sections of the community – young and old – are recognised and where the whole community works together to protect the good things that we have, to develop new amenities, and to increase the economic, environmental and social sustainability of our village.

We will make imaginative and strategic use of community benefit funds and other opportunities to build on the pride that we already have in our community. By making full use of our opportunities and strengths we will make our community resilient and strong and best equipped to deal with whatever the future holds.

Our Vision for Barr A strong and cohesive community pulling together for the future of Barr

All the information collated from the community consultations has shaped this action plan. The following section sets out our main themes and priorities and the table below how these fit with higher level strategies.

Shared Strategies Barr Community Action Plan Themes Carrick South Ayrshire South Ayrshire Scottish Community Council’s Vision for Council’s Local Government Councils’ Forum the Future of its Plan Objectives National (CCCF) Communities Priorities

Theme 1 - Community Facilities Developing active, Clean, Attractive and Maintaining and Building Strong, E.g. Establish a mechanism or group to co- engaged and Sustainable enhancing Safe and ordinate community projects and activity involved through a Attractive communities sustainable Communities. Theme 3 – Local Environment approach, the E.g. Improvements to village appearance Developing wealth high through environmental projects and employment via environmental tourism quality of the area Theme 5 – Economic Development E.g. Promote the Carrick Way and other routes more widely to encourage visitors into Barr

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Theme 1 – Community Facilities Improving Prosperous, learning A strong and Getting people E.g. Make more use of the Hall and local enterprise, and Achieving diverse local back into work facilities innovation and economy employment Raising Theme 2 – Community Activities and Educational Organisations Developing Achievement E.g. Build on the range of recreational and employment and diversionary activities and projects wealth via tourism

Theme 3 – Local Environment E.g. Improvements to village appearance through environmental projects

Theme 5 – Economic Development E.g. Encourage tourism and small business development

Theme 1 – Community Facilities Improving access to Ambitious Forward- Meeting the Improving Health E.g. Develop a Sports Field & Play Area affordable housing looking and needs and responsive aspirations of Engaging Young Theme 3 – Local Environment South Ayrshire for People E.g. Tackle issue of dog fouling Housing, jobs, Improving access to education and Theme 4 – Public Services services and local Healthy, Safe and leisure E.g. Develop accommodation for all facilities Caring sections of the community

Theme 5 – Economic Development E.g. Campaign for the provision of better Broadband and Mobile Phone Network Coverage

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MAIN THEMES AND PRIORITIES All the information collected from the community consultations has shaped this action plan. In this section the main development themes and priorities that the community has highlighted have been identified. We will move these forward both through our own efforts and in partnership with a range of agencies and supporters. We are keen to make sure that many of our actions are ones that we can carry out without external support. We will continue the many existing voluntary activities that help to look after our village and to provide activities for our residents. At the same time, we will try to find ways to involve more people in this kind of work.

Some proposals we can do ourselves, others are more ambitious, will take longer to implement, and will need external support – including funding. We will move forward with these as quickly as possible and will monitor progress on all activities and report back to the wider community.

It should also be added that many of the themes and problems identified throughout this Action Plan are common to many communities in South Ayrshire. There is significant scope for increased cooperation between communities in order to achieve their aims and objectives, plus reduce costs and effort. We in Barr will open dialogue with other communities that have objectives similar to our own and to explore opportunities for co-operation.

We recognise that implementing the current plan and its many individual projects, reviewing and updating the plan, and identifying and implementing new initiatives as time goes on will require more than voluntary effort. Therefore, we will back efforts by local development agencies and local funders to obtain staff and other resources that can support the voluntary efforts of Barr and other villages in Carrick.

The tables in this plan are not an exhaustive list of actions that we will take during the period. Rather they are an attempt to capture the main points and to give an indication of what we will try to achieve. As with all plans, this one will be updated as time goes on. Some actions will be dropped and others will be adopted in the light of experience – overall though, we are confident that by implementing this plan we will be moving in the right direction.

THEME 1 – COMMUNITY FACILITIES Barr has few public amenities but the community values those that they have. This theme is about protecting and improving the facilities within Barr. It is apparent that the hall is important to the community. However, a mechanism to safeguard its future needs to be put in place. Its current status may change if there are significant changes within South Ayrshire Council budgets. The community also has access to significant Wind Farm funds that are currently set aside for the hall. However, these funds can only be utilised if the hall control is released from the Council and taken by the community.

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THEME 1 COMMUNITY FACILITIES

Priority 1 Create a group to co-ordinate community projects and activity

 By early 2011, set up a constituted group with members drawn from existing groups and any new volunteers in Barr, to co-ordinate Main some of the projects identified in this action plan, including the Hall, Actions Sports Field and Play Area

 Support the hall steering group in their feasibility study and encourage the community to decide on the future of the hall.

 By December 2010 ensure site for Sports field is secured and commence work on plans and layout for football pitch and play area

Priority 2 Complete Feasibility Study for the Village Hall

 Complete feasibility work for hall by June 2011

Main  By July 2011, hold a meeting of the whole community so that they Actions can be shown the options for the hall and then formally decide on its future.

Priority 3 Make More Use of the Hall and Local Facilities

 By January 2011, draw up list of current community and youth activities, within the Barr area Main

Actions  Encourage local residents to use the hall on a regular basis

 Following the review of local activities encourage and support new activities that will be identified

 Continue to support the Hall in its open tea room at weekends in the summer.

 By June 2011, make sure that all groups and activities are fully represented and all activities are listed on the Barr website and locally on the community notice boards (see also theme 2)

 Work with South Ayrshire Council, Hadyard Hill Community Benefit Fund and others to continue to sustain and improve our village hall.

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Priority 4 Develop a Sports Field & Play Area

 Secure site for Sports Field by end of 2010

Main  From January 2011, work up plans for the football pitch layout and Actions play area design.

 Access funding to cover equipment and build costs for new Play Park and Sports Area by end of 2011

 Sports Field and Play Area to be complete by Mid 2012

ACTION Barr Hall Steering Group BY Range of Barr Community Groups and Organisations South Ayrshire Community Planning Partners

THEME 2 – COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND ORGANISATIONS Throughout the consultation process in Barr and from previous surveys, it is apparent that we need a range of activities for all age groups and sections of the community. We want to develop and improve on the range of activities available to the community and which are not only recreational but also educational and diversionary. Activities will cover sports, dance, music and the arts in general.

It is important that we continue to support and develop existing groups and also encourage new groups as well as developing a range of activities.

The young people of Barr have a great sense of community and feel connected to local society. However, they need the security of knowing that they are valued within their community and the wider area. Therefore, we want to involve young people in all aspects of the community and foster citizenship across all ages.

THEME 2 - COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND ORGANISATIONS

Priority 1 Build on the range of recreational, educational and diversionary activities and projects.

 By January 2011, we will have liaised with local groups to create a Main directory of local activities. From this list we will identify any gaps Actions in that provision.

 With relevant groups and other partners, we will identify new activities that can be programmed and implemented.

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 Identify appropriate sources of funding as required

 Set up a working group to promote and develop outdoor activity including walking and cycling by developing relationships with partners and The Carrick Way Community Interest Company (CWCIC) by March 2011.

 In this group, discuss organising and coordinating in partnership with the CWCIC the opportunity to have a Barr Walk in Summer 2011.

 From all the activities in and around Barr, develop an activities information poster that can be displayed within the village giving details on activities and how to access them.

Priority 4 Involve young people

 Continue to support and maintain existing youth groups

Main  Liaise with youth leaders and SAC partners to establish available Actions programmes of activity. E.g. Z1 Bar, Activity Centre for Education (ACE), Carrick Adventure Group (CAG) and create links between current groups and new programmes of activity.

 Explore implications of organising regular transport to Maybole swimming pool.

ACTION Barr Community Council, BY Local groups and organisations South Ayrshire Council partners Z1 Youth Bar and Activity Centre for Education (ACE) Carrick Adventure Group (CAG) Carrick Way Community Interest Company (CWCIC)

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THEME 3 – LOCAL ENVIRONMENT In Barr, we appreciate our local environment and want to make the most of it. The consultation revealed that people care about the appearance of the village and also respect wider environmental issues.

The village itself can be improved through local efforts and initiatives. Littering and dog fouling were highlighted as key issues which need to be tackled both in the short and long term. There was a general shared view that other aspects of the village could be improved in terms of its appearance.

We will work with the community and individual householders to try and improve the look of the village centre.

THEME 3 – LOCAL ENVIRONMENT

Priority 1 Reduction in Litter

 Promote and support local efforts and initiatives to highlight and raise awareness of the unacceptability of littering. Establish Main regular “litter picking” events twice a year. in Spring and Autumn. Actions The School could be encouraged to do this and equipment can be supplied by SAC.

 Contact environmental services to access “litter campaign materials” and use to highlight local litter issues.

 Liaise with South Ayrshire Council and source funds for the installation of litter bins and dog fouling bins as appropriate by August 2011 Work in partnership with South Ayrshire Council partners to establish use of recycling facilities. Priority 2 Tackle issue of dog-fouling

 Link with South Ayrshire Council’s programme of activity and use current mechanisms to tackle irresponsible dog owners on an Main ongoing and regular basis. Actions  Carry out awareness raising campaigns, including, e.g. making dog litter bags more widely available, to reduce dog fouling

Priority 3 Improvements to village appearance through environmental projects

 Promote; and develop local gardening initiatives that will Main enhance the appearance of the village. e.g. planting schemes by Actions summer 2011.

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 Research and source project funding, including Community Benefit and LEADER funding, for potential gardening and landscape projects that will enhance the appearance of Barr.

 By May 2011, produce proposals for improvements to public and disused areas

 From May 2011 onwards, design, source funds as necessary, and implement projects to improve these areas

 My May 2011, liaise with SAC and local landowners regarding issue of derelict buildings and land in order to get these areas tidied up.

 Draw up proposals and prepare a schedule of capital and maintenance costs by June 2011

ACTIONS Barr Community Council BY Local groups and organisations Local Schools South Ayrshire Council Environmental Services South Ayrshire Council Community Safety, Keep Britain Tidy

THEME 4 – PUBLIC SERVICES The consultation findings revealed questions in terms of public services. With regard to housing it was felt that there was a lack of local authority housing and also nursing home places. These are more strategic development issues and there we will open up discussions with South Ayrshire Council Housing to discuss Local Housing Strategy and how long term trends and forecasts in terms of demographics impact on Barr.

The issue of the state of the roads was also highlighted. Therefore we will be similarly opening up discussions with South Ayrshire Council Traffic and Transportation Department to look at the mechanisms and programmes which are in place to tackle roads in need of repair.

THEME 4 – PUBLIC SERVICES

Priority 1 Develop accommodation for all sections of the community

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 Draw up proposals for appropriate adaptations to meet particular needs in the community e.g. single accommodation for elderly

Priority 2 Work with South Ayrshire Council partners to improve roads

 Arrange a meeting with South Ayrshire Council Traffic and Transportation officers to discuss roads programmes affecting Barr and Main the surrounding area by end of 2010. Actions  Contact South Ayrshire Council Traffic and Transportation Department regarding the Defect Identification Programme with regard to repair of roads by end of 2010.

 Organise and set date in Spring 2011 for public meeting for SAC Traffic and Transportation Department to give presentation on Defect Identification Programme systems and procedures.

 Identify by July 2011 areas in need of maintenance and repair in village and surrounding areas.

Priority 3 Campaign for public transport to be better co-ordinated

 By March 2011 review current service provision and audit all services in and out of the village and how they link with other services locally. Main Actions  By discussion with service users, identify the current need for public transport provision and produce a report that highlights the needs and the current shortfalls..

 Work with the South Ayrshire Rural Transport Network to arrange a meeting by June 2011 to bring together all relevant transport operators, regulatory bodies and local community representatives.

 Produce a report on options for improvements by July 2011

ACTIONS Community Council BY South Ayrshire Council Roads and Transportation South Ayrshire Rural Transport Network South Ayrshire Council Housing Private Developers Local transport providers

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THEME 5 – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Barr recognises the importance of tourism and the benefits to the village which visitors can bring. Therefore, we will support the ongoing work of projects, including the Carrick Way, to develop outdoor access routes, particularly in relation to walking and cycling.

A high level of support for local job creation and small businesses was also identified in the survey. Respondents were clear that they wished to see the village as a working community and also welcomed tourism as part of their working community. As a consequence, the village infrastructure particularly the roads, mobile phone coverage and broadband availability, need to be strengthened and developed to provide more opportunity. There are five main priority areas that will support our economic development.

THEME 5 – ECOMONIC DEVELOPMENT

Priority 1 Encourage Tourism & Small Business Development

 Work with the Carrick Community Councils’ Forum (CCCF) to ensure that communities, including Barr, are better informed of, and benefit more from, specific initiatives being carried out by the CCCF or by bodies that liaise with the CCCF.

Examples are: • Carrick Tourism Strategy Group • Audit of accommodation providers and tourism “products” • Efforts to improve “brown” signage in Carrick • Exploring potential for tourist information points in existing businesses and public buildings • Walking routes that can be linked to walks in and around Barr, including the Carrick Way, and proposed Pilgrims’ Trail • The proposed Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere • The Galloway Dark Sky Park status

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 By February 2011, explore opportunities for co-operation with South Ayrshire Council initiatives in the light of the review of Enterprise and Tourism service provision

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 By the July 2011, make sure that the community website is fully updated and well linked to ensure maximum benefit. This is possibly a diversionary activity for young people who could be given the tools and training to run the local community website (with adult support)

 By August 2011, produce an audit of premises and sites that have or may have the potential for conversion or development as community-owned small business spaces covering: ownership, outline of potential use, planning restrictions or other issues, estimated costs of purchase/ lease/ conversion/ development, potential funding

 Assuming potential sites have been identified, implement initiatives to create new business spaces

 Liaise with local development agencies, Business Gateway, colleges and others to initiate activities to raise awareness of enterprise and develop entrepreneurial skills

 Liaise with local development agencies, Business Gateway, South Ayrshire Council, colleges, local funders and others to ensure that local businesses are aware of any support that may be available to them – including support to employ and/or train local people

 Ensure that all local businesses are represented in local websites, to create maximum exposure.

Priority 2 Ensure the Carrick Way and other routes are more widely promoted to encourage visitors into Barr.

 Promote and encourage outdoor activity in association with the Carrick Way and other local outdoor activity initiatives.

 Similarly, promote mountain bike activity within the Barr area, working in conjunction with Barr and District Youth Mountain Bike Club. Promote membership of the club to local and wider local residents. Look at the feasibility of hiring out the bikes to visitors to the area, to encourage them to use local trails and routes.

 By the end of May 2011, start a dialogue with Forestry Commission for Scotland and Local Landowners to create some specific local bike trails around Barr

 Consult with local walkers and mountain bikers to establish their needs and then ensure that all local tourism providers are aware of the needs in order to service this aspect of local activity.

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 Identify ways to encourage walkers to stop in Barr

 Ensure that other assets such as fishing, cultural and built heritage, the local environment, birds and animals are prominently featured in local guides, websites, information points and through accommodation providers

Priority 3 Tourist Information Signage

 In conjunction with Carrick Tourism Strategy Group, investigate methods for installation of a comprehensive Tourist Information Point, centrally located that can be managed by a community group and which provides comprehensive information, pertinent to both local people and visitors to Barr – by March 2011

 By March 2011, ascertain ownership of the ground where the Stinchar Valley sign sits. Obtain necessary permissions and agreements to be able to tidy up that area and create a seating / picnic area within the site

 Support all forms of information provision – electronic and hard copy so that visitors and local people have full access to information about the local area.

 By end of 2010, liaise with Scottish and Southern Energy for the provision of some wind farm interpretation at the visitor car park just inside the site.

Priority 4 Campaign for the provision of better Broadband and Mobile Phone Network Coverage.

 By March 2011 review current capacities and signal functions for Broadband and Mobile Phone coverage

 Look at options available to improve these services, so that funding can be sought to improve capacity and function

 By the end of 2011 have installed any new equipment that will enhance these services

ACTIONS Barr Community Council BY South Ayrshire Council Enterprise and Tourism Department Carrick Community Councils’ Forum Carrick Tourism Strategy Group Carrick Way Community Interest Company Ayr Cycle Club – Mountain Biking Activity

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THE FUTURE Making it Happen

Barr Community Council is using a community led approach in aiming to revitalise the village and surrounding area. The work involved in putting together this plan has been supported by the Community Council and throughout the consultation process; we have connected with South Ayrshire Council and other agencies to ensure that they are also aware of Barr’s Action Plans.

As we move to turn our Plan into Action we will continue to work with a range of agency partners who share our aims and aspirations. It is encouraging to see how our “bottom up” plan fits closely with the regeneration aims of South Ayrshire Council and the Scottish Government. There is a regeneration cycle which will lead to us being a more thriving community, but it needs to be driven by our wide range of development strategies.

It is intended that this Action Plan should be owned by a partnership of local organisations working together. The involvement of local groups, individuals and partner organisations will be essential, if the priority projects and actions are to be achieved. Barr Community Council is now looking at how best to take forward the priorities and actions identified in this plan and is keen that other people join in to develop their ideas and help them take action.

If you are interested in the work of the Barr Community Council or if you want more information about how to be more involved then please contact.

Barr Community Council: Chairman, John Wilson; Secretary, John Craig

REVIEWING THE ACTION PLAN

To put this plan into action requires continued and widespread support from residents and from our partner agencies. An Action Plan is always a work in progress and we will be reviewing progress regularly against our objectives and if necessary we can revise our goals for the future.

Acknowledgements

The compilation of the Barr Community Action Plan has involved a sustained effort by volunteers in the community and representatives from Barr Community Council. It would not be possible without the participation of all those residents who took the time to complete the community survey questionnaires. So, “thank you” to the residents of Barr who contributed and for whom this Action Plan has been compiled.

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Appendix 1 - Funding

Carrick Futures Small Grants Program This scheme aims to support work: • Within the CC area for the benefit of local residents. Project must also match CF aims. • It is only available to all constituted community groups in or working with the communities of Ballantrae, Barr, Barrhill, Colmonell and Lendalfoot, Girvan, Pinwherry and Pinmore.

It provides grants up to a maximum of £500 To apply contact Individual Community Council Secretaries or Grant Support c/o Ailsa Horizons, 22 Dalrymple Street, Girvan South Ayrshire, KA26 9AE. Tel: 01465 7410628 or email: [email protected]

Carrick Futures Main Grants Programme This scheme aims to support work: • With all constituted community groups in or working with the communities of Ballantrae, Barr, Barrhill, Colmonell and Lendalfoot, Girvan, Pinwherry and Pinmore. • Projects must happen within Carrick, South Ayrshire. Projects must match both CF aims and also contribute to the aims of the CCCF (both on form) Projects must seek match funding.

To apply contact Grant Support c/o Ailsa Horizons, 22 Dalrymple Street, Girvan South Ayrshire, KA26 9AE. Tel: 01465 7410628. Email: [email protected] The funding dates are Quarterly applications in at end of November, February, May and August. The maximum award is not stated.

Carrick Futures Wider 20% Programme This fund is available to all constituted community groups in or working with the communities of Ballantrae, Barr, Barrhill, Colmonell and Lendalfoot, Girvan, Pinwherry and Pinmore and Maybole, Crosshill, Kirkmichael and Straiton, Kirkoswald, Maidens and Turnberry, Dunure and Dailly.

• Eligible groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide bank statement and accounts / financial projection • Projects must happen within Carrick Futures Communities area and meet CF aims. Projects must seek match funding. Awards will be held open for 26 weeks, to allow match funding to be found. Progress report required at 3 months.

To apply contact Grant Support c/o Ailsa Horizons, 22 Dalrymple Street, Girvan South Ayrshire, KA26 9AE. Tel: 01465 7410628 or email: [email protected] Applications in monthly to CCCF (end of 1st week in month). These will then be submitted to the quarterly round of Carrick Futures. The maximum award is not stated.

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William Grant Youth Opportunities Fund The grant is open to Girvan and surrounding area voluntary organisations and charities providing services to re-engage young people not in education, employment or training (NEET), or to prevent them from beginning a NEET path. • Must be within Girvan area and groups must be constituted. Projects must be aimed at helping local youth who are not at school or college and currently not employed or being trained (NEET). • Groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide bank statement and accounts / financial projection.

This is a rolling programme and no deadlines are set. For an application pack contact www.scottishcf.org or write to: Empire House

Hadyard Hill Small Grants Programme This grant is available to all constituted community groups in or working with the communities of Barr, Dailly and Pinwherry / Pinmore and the maximum grant is £500. All eligible groups / projects must; • Happen in CC area for benefit of local residents. Project must also match HH aims. • Project must not need more than £500 funding from Hadyard Hill. Groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. The funding dates are at the discretion of the individual Community Councils. For more information contact the Individual Community Council Secretaries or Grant Support c/o Ailsa Horizons, 22 Dalrymple Street, Girvan South Ayrshire, KA26 9AE. Tel: 01465 7410628 email: Also available on line at Girvan Online www.girvanonline.net

Hadyard Hill Main Fund The main fund is available to all constituted community groups in or working with the communities of Barr, Dailly, Pinwherry and Pinmore. In order to be eligible: • Projects must match HHCBF aims and should seek match funding. Groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide bank statements and accounts / financial projection. Match funding is preferred but not necessary.

To apply or for more information contact Grant Support c/o Ailsa Horizons, 22 Dalrymple Street, Girvan South Ayrshire, KA26 9AE. Tel: 01465 7410628. Information is also available on line at Girvan Online at www.girvanonline.net

The Lendal Trust Any South Ayrshire group with environmental projects is eligible and no maximum award is stated. The criteria for the trust are: • Required to have project approved by and be a member of ENTRUST who is the UK regulator of The Landfill Communities Fund • Projects should have environmental aims / benefits In order to apply all applications should be sent by letter to Mr Robert Drummond, Straid Farm. There are no application dates and no set time for applying.

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South Ayrshire Waste and Environmental Trust The maximum award from this trust is £20 000 and match funding is required. The project should: • Have environmental aims / benefits • Required to have project approved by and be a member of ENTRUST who is the UK regulator of The Landfill Communities Fund

For more information or to apply Contact Fiona Ross Development Safety & Regulation, County Building, Wellington Square, South Ayrshire KA7 1DR Fiona .Ross@south- ayrshire.gov.uk or Tel: 01292 616104

Ayrshire LEADER Funding There is no set limit to this funding but it is only available to Constituted Community Groups across Ayrshire, Individuals and Businesses where sponsored by public bodies and public agencies and community / private partnerships. The primary aims of the Ayrshire LEADER are: • to support community based projects that will assist in Revitalising Rural Communities and Building Rural Community Capacity. In particular, LEADER likes to fund new and pilot projects as well as infrastructure improvements. • Projects should benefit Communities in Ayrshire and support projects that strengthen communities and support economic actions that link to tourism and leisure.

In order to apply there is a 2 stage application process with a pre application form available on line at www.ayrshire-leader.com or by writing to or calling Ayrshire LEADER, 15 Links Road, Prestwick, and Ayrshire, KA9 1QG. LEADER also has a programme for funding under £20,000. The only difference between this and the LEADER main fund is that this is a rolling programme.

Community Chest This is available to Constituted Groups that offer services to a wide audience. Applications that show benefit to disadvantaged groups, health related projects or provide childcare. In order to be eligible: • Groups must have an income under £250,000 • Groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide a bank statement and accounts plus a financial projection. Quarterly applications are in September, December, March and June and decisions are made within twelve weeks and the need for match funding is not specified. In order to apply please contact Patricia McKibben at Voluntary Action Fund, Dunfermline Business Centre, Unit 14, Izatt Avenue, Dunfermline, KY11 3BZ; or telephone 01383 620780 or e- mail: [email protected]

Ibrahim Foundation This scheme is a private, independent grant making foundation which is available to communities throughout the UK. The grants can range from £500 - £10 000 but some projects may receive up to £50 000. It is of interest because it often funds projects that others will find hard to fund because it appears too risky or breaks new ground.

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It is primarily concerned with supporting families, community building and strengthening non-profit organisations. To apply or receive more information please visit the website at www.ibrahimfoundation.com There are no set deadlines.

South Ayrshire Council All community groups within the South Ayrshire area are eligible to receive funding. You can apply at any time and the result of a successful application will usually be known within one month.

The amount for the standard awards is as follows: 1. New organisations: £100 start-up grants for setting up for the first time. 2. Elderly/Senior Citizens Clubs: £200 per annum for programme costs. 3. Youth Clubs: £250 per annum for programme costs. 4. Tenants/Residents Associations: £250 per annum for programme costs. 5. Pre-Five Organisations: £350 for equipment identified in annual inspection. 6. Play schemes: Please ask 7.Gala Days: £100

To apply please contact: Grant Administration: Burns House, Ayr KA7 1UT Tel: 01292 616245 or applications are available on line at www.south- ayrshire.gov.uk/grants/awards.aspx

Cash Back For Groups This fund is for groups that are members of scouting / guiding/ boys and girls brigades, clubs for young people. In order to qualify: • Groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide bank statement and accounts / financial projection. • Groups must have young people as part of their membership and funds must benefit young people In order to apply you must contact any of the 6 associations / bodies responsible, or contact Youth Scotland: www.youthscotland.org.uk/projects/cashback-small-grants-scheme/how-to- apply.htm.

BIG LOTTERY FUNDING

The Lottery operates a number of potential funding streams including the Big Lottery Growing Community Assets, Big Lottery Supporting 21st Century Life and Big Lottery Life Transitions. These funding sources can award anything from £10,000 to £1 million. All three of these programmes operate rolling deadlines and the result of the application should be known within four months of the application. There is no need to acquire match funding but this at the discretion of the Big Lottery managers. In order to apply for any of these funds the groups must also be constituted.

There are some differences between the three. For example in the Growing Community Assets programme projects must demonstrate that communities will work together to sustain and improve their economic, environmental and social future through the ownership and development of local assets. Groups may also wish to show that through this, they can overcome disadvantage and inequality. Groups must also be constituted and Community led, with at least 10% 100 of the Community as members whichever is applicable.

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Awards for All This is available to any constituted community group that is looking for funds to take part in art, sport and community activities, and projects that promote education, the environment and health in the local Community. It can provide £500 to £10 000. Groups must have projects that will address the aims of the funding programme which look to addressing peoples outcomes in life. Groups must be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide bank statement and accounts / financial projection

Application forms from: www.awardsforall.org.uk/scotland and it is a rolling programme.

Investing in Ideas Big Lottery Fund in Scotland wants to provide groups with an opportunity to spend time and money developing ideas that have a clear public benefit investing in Ideas awards grants to test and develop ideas that could eventually become fully-fledged projects or lead to improved service delivery. This fund can pay for the things that can turn a basic idea into a planned project. In order to be eligible groups must:

• Demonstrate that funds will be used to work out the logistics of a new project so that all information is available when it comes to funding / starting the main project activity. • Groups must also be constituted with a bank account that requires 2 signatories to each cheque. Groups need to provide bank statement and accounts / financial projection.

Application forms from: www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/prog_investing_ideas.htm and it operates a rolling programme

Heritage Lottery Funding There are different funding streams through this programme as outlined below.

Heritage Lottery - Young Roots • Groups that involve young people (up to 25yrs) finding out about their heritage, developing skills, building confidence and promoting community involvement. • Projects should provide opportunities for young people to learn about their heritage - built and cultural, form partnerships with heritage organisations and offer training and activities to build the skills of these young people. Heritage Lottery - Your Heritage • For all types of heritage projects. It is a flexible programme particularly designed for voluntary and community groups. • Projects should benefit the built, cultural or oral heritage of your community. Groups must be constituted but may form partnerships with private organisations Heritage Lottery - Heritage • This is the main grant programme to support large national, regional and local heritage projects and is open to all not for profit groups and organisations. Heritage Lottery - Repair Grants for Places of Worship • The Repair Grants for Places of Worship scheme in Scotland is run in partnership with Historic Scotland. The scheme is open to all public places of worship in Scotland that are listed or considered to be of outstanding merit.

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Appendix 2 – Contacts

Action Plan Contacts Organisation Contact Details John Wilson – Chair, Netherbarr Farm, Barr, KA26 Barr Community Council 9TU (Tel – 01465 861236)

John Craig – Secretary, [email protected] Groups who may assist in implementing the action plan Ailsa Horizons Ltd David Bone – Programme Support Assistant 22 Dalrymple Street [email protected] Girvan (01465) 710628 KA26 9AE www.ailsahorizons.co.uk Ayrshire LEADER Sarah Baird - 15 Links Road LEADER Programme Co-Ordinator Prestwick [email protected] (01292) 673765 www.ayrshire-leader.com Carrick Community Councils’ Peter Mason – Chair, [email protected] Forum (CCCF) www.carrickforum.org c/o Ailsa Horizons Carrick Tourism Strategy Councillor Alec Oates, Group [email protected] The Carrick Way (Community Drew Moyes, www.carrickway.co.uk Interest Company) Travel Connections (01465) 713201, [email protected] Girvan Primary School www.girvan-online.net Wesley Road Girvan KA26 9DD Make It Happen Diane/Julie, [email protected] Girvan Youth Trust Bill Logan, [email protected] www.girvanyouthtrust.co.uk Z1Youth Bar As above 154 Dalrymple Street Girvan KA26 9BQ Activity Centre for Education Chris Saunders, As above (ACE) c/o Girvan Youth Trust Voluntary Action South www.voluntaryactionsouthayrshire.org.uk Ayrshire

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Development Trust www.dtascot.org.uk Association Scotland British Trust for Conservation www.btcv.org.uk Volunteers Local Funders Hadyard Hill (Community Benefit Ltd) Small Grants John Craig – Secretary, [email protected] Fund Barr Community Council Carrick Futures Small Awards Fund John Craig – Secretary, [email protected] Barr Community Council Hadyard Hill (Community Grant Administration, [email protected] Benefit Fund Ltd) www.girvan-online.net (Hadyard Hill section) c/o Ailsa Horizons Carrick Futures Julia/David – Wider 20% Fund Grant Administration, c/o Ailsa Horizons [email protected] Carrick Futures Julia Whitaker – Main Grant Fund Grant Administration, c/o Ailsa Horizons [email protected] South Ayrshire Council Housing Policy and Strategy, David Burns (Manager) South Ayrshire Council, [email protected] Newton House, 30 Green Street Lane, Ayr, KA8 8BH (01292) 613079

Traffic and Transportation, George Fiddes (Team Leader) South Ayrshire Council [email protected] Burns House, Ayr, KA7 1UT (01292) 616372 www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/transport-and-streets/ Community Planning Co- Valerie Stewart (Community Planning Co- ordinator, South Ayrshire ordinator) Council, Council [email protected] Headquarters www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/cpp/ County Buildings Wellington Square Ayr KA7 1DR

Environmental Health, South [email protected] Ayrshire Council, Burns www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/planning-and-the- House, Ayr, KA7 1UT environment/

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