FOREWORD ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS It was in 1982 that renewed interest in developing Glenuig as a community began to take Glenuig Community Association wishes to make the following acknowledgements to shape, with the formation of a new committee (Glenuig Community Association) to begin those who have helped to finance Glenuig Hall over the years. managing events in the old schoolroom, the building last used as a Village Hall. The success of HALL BUILDING the first few ventures, Christmas Parties, the “Switching On” Ceilidh for the advent of mains Although many in the community had their say in what our new hall should look like, electricity, and New Year and other dances (cramped but fun) quickly led the community to see the benefits of expanding or developing new facilities. particular thanks should go to Alasdair (Pod) Carmichael and Alistair Wallace, who provided much of the impetus and direction in the design of the new hall, and to Following from this renewed interest in the hall was the advent of the Glenuig Games and architect Bill Bryce of West Highland Estates who helped bring these ideas to reality. st nd Music Festivals, the first of which was held on 1 & 2 August 1983. Initially a fundraising The funding for the building of the new Glenuig Hall in 1995 was provided idea for the old hall, the success over the first few years made the community realise that by the following: building a new hall could become a feasible project rather than a mere notion on our wish list. · Scottish Office Education Department Other fundraising initiatives were undertaken, such as Prize Draws, plastic duck races down · Highland Regional Council Department of Libraries & Leisure the River Nevis and Barn Dances at Kinlochmoidart Steadings. The Festivals grew in stature · Lochaber Limited and content, and with the invaluable support of many friends and musicians funds gradually grew. In time the local community raised £33,000 towards the project, well over £1,000 for · Lochaber Leader each individual then resident in Glenuig. · Lochaber District Council · Glenuig Estate for donating the land on which Glenuig Hall was built. Before finally committing to the building of the new hall many questions were asked. Could · The community of Glenuig and our many friends who helped with or contributed to our such a small community justify the building of a new hall, what would we do with it once it fundraising projects over the years. was built, could we afford the upkeep, would it ever get used? Fortunately, the decisions by HALL EQUIPMENT the management committee members to make long-term personal commitments to the project Funding for the equipment that went into Glenuig Hall was provided by the following: saw these doubts put aside in favour of going ahead with the building for the benefit of the · The Rank Foundation community. · The Gannochy Trust Few would disagree that Glenuig Hall over its first ten years has been a tremendous asset for · Tudor Trust the community of Glenuig, and also one that has been enjoyed by many from outwith the · TSB Foundation for Scotland immediate area. Local events have included Family Dances, Karate, Yoga and Table Tennis · The Carnegie UK Trust clubs, and regular Youth Nights for young people. The hall also provides a comfortable and · Foundation for Sports and the Arts convenient meeting place for many community groups, and space for the local GP to hold her · Lochaber Limited (Local Enterprise Company) weekly surgeries, previously held in a car parked by the roadside at the shop. · BBC - Beechgrove Garden (external grounds layout & planting) HALL RUNNING The backbone of the hall has been its arts promotions programme which, following on from the music festivals, has seen us host many events incorporating music, theatre, dance, film and The following have assisted with revenue funding for Glenuig Hall: the visual arts, attracting audiences from throughout Lochaber and beyond. For such a small · The Highland Council (Hall Revenue Funding) community Glenuig seems to have developed an enviable reputation as an inviting, relaxing · The Highland Council (Arts Promotions Funding) and inspiring place for performing artists,audiences and casual visitors alike. · Scottish Arts Council (Lottery Funded) (Arts Promotions Funding) WEBSITE Looking back at the music festivals and the first ten years of Glenuig Hall, those involved We are grateful to Ken Bowker of The Square Cottage, Roshven, for development and must be excused for a sense of satisfaction at a job well done, but one must also look to the maintenance of our website at www.glenuig.org.uk. future and what it holds for the area. Plans are in hand to rebuild Glenuig Shop as a Community Enterprise, and it is hoped that in time this will come to fruition as Glenuig Hall THANKS TO ROMA did. New affordable housing will be required to ensure young people can stay in the Finally, a very special thank you to Roma Scott, who has looked after the hall so well community, and perhaps see new young families moving in, and the new shop will require the for us for so long. Her use of fresh flowers, plants and aromatic oils, her pride in the active support of the whole community if it is to be a success. building, her dedication to maintaining it in pristine condition, and her diligence in preparing it in advance for each user group has been a major factor in Glenuig Hall Glenuig Community Association, the driving force and inspiration behind all these continuing to be a much admired and appreciated venue. developments to date, must continue to serve the community and to maintain the hall as a valuable community resource, and also, we hope, continue to bring a strong and varied Thank you Roma for all your efforts. programme of the arts to the area. However, the association needs the wholehearted support of Situated in the heart of west Lochaber, equally accessible from Fort William, Mallaig and Ardnamurchan, Glenuig Hall is an ideal venue for • Weddings The Natural History Centre at Glenmore provides the ideal • Private Parties introduction to the peninsula’s wealth of wildlife. • Meetings Here you will discover one of Scotland’s most original • Conferences and exciting visitor attractions. The award winning ‘Living Building’, built to attract as much wildlife as possible, offers • Sporting activities you the chance to come face to face with birds, butterfish and possibly even a pine marten. • Fundraising Dances You never know what you might see ! With its own PA and stage lighting system and many other facilities, an experienced Packed with detailed information, the fascinating story of Ardnamurchan unfolds in an team of volunteers who can assist with and advise on managing your event, and innovative and entertaining way. local contacts for accommodation and catering, Glenuig Hall can meet all your Its great fun ! requirements and guarantee a successful and enjoyable event in a unique setting. Visit the Antler Tea Room and enjoy a light lunch or some of our delicious home baking, If you would like to find out more please contact us: using fresh local produce, or have a browse in our quality gift and book shop, you will be Telephone: 01687 470267 ready to explore Ardnamurchan for yourself. Email: [email protected] Would you like to - Crawl through a wildcat tunnel ? Post: ..........................Glenuig Hall, Glenuig, Lochailort PH38 4NG Find the creatures of the “Nightwood” ? Discover if the pine marten is in its den ? You can also find out what's happening in Glenuig and See live CCTV pictures of wildlife ? Glenuig Hall by visiting our website at Study the underwater world of a Highland lochan ? www.glenuig.org.uk Dive into the secret depths of Loch Sunart ? Watch a stunning audio-visual presentation ? Glenuig Hall is owned and managed by Glenuig Community Association “Imaginative, informative and GREAT FUN !” STB **** the whole community if it is to build on past successes and further enhance the social Mon - Sat: 10.30am 5.30pm infrastructure of the community. With active community support and goodwill, who knows Sun: 12.00 noon - 5.30 pm what may happen in the next ten years. Thank you to all who have supported Glenuig Hall in the past, and to all who have advertised in Telephone: 01972 500209 or purchased this commemorative brochure celebrating the first ten years of Glenuig Hall. We Glenmore, Ardnamurchan PH36 4JG look forward to and greatly appreciate your continued support. Web site: www.ardnamurchannaturalhistorycentre.co.uk Eoghan Carmichael GLENUIG COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Local services Shops Glenuig Community Association (GCA) came into being in 1985 when the then Glenuig Shop, at the road junction in the village, is open seven afternoons a Village Hall Committee wished to broaden their remit. In 1995 the GCA week and sells a range of essentials. registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee But Not Having a Share Capital, Post Offices and is registered with the Inland Revenue as a Scottish Charity. In the Glenuig Shop on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. In Lochailort Castle Mon-Fri 112, Sat 11-1. The GCA is currently involved in the following activities: • Owning and managing Glenuig Hall Buses • Promoting a year round arts programme in Glenuig Hall Shiel Buses - regular services throughout the area. 01967 431272. • Providing access to a Community Computer, internet and email facilities in Glenuig Hall Trains • Developing plans for a new shop in Glenuig to be run as a Community Lochailort and Glenfinnan Stations are on the Fort William Mallaig line. Enterprise. Timetables at stations. Churches (see Dé tha Dol? for details of services) In the past the GCA have also: Roman CatholicGlenuig, Mingarry, Arisaig and Lochailort. • Undertaken environmental improvements by rebuilding the pier at Port na Church of ScotlandAcharacle and Kilchoan.