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Latest News...To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the evacuation of Dunkirk a reproduction of the paddle box crest of the first 'Waverley' has been created for the station in plant material by Ian Welsh. The steamer was requisitioned for service during the last war, and took part in the evacuation in 1940. Sadly she attracted the attention of German bombers, and was sunk during the action. Among the survivors was her captain, John Cameron, who went on to become captain of the second 'Waverley', which still sails on the Clyde today.
On Monday, 9th August, at 11.00 a.m. the Friends of Wemyss Bay Station shall mark the occasion by displaying the floral crest on the walkway leading down
to the pier. We shall be joined by the late Captain John Cameron's widow, Jean, and Duncan MacNeil, MSP, among others.
See The Friends of Wemyss Bay Station website for more information.
Can you spare some time to work in the Cancer Research shop in Montague Street? Enjoy meeting people? Want to contribute time for a good cause? Pop into the shop and speak with the manager, or phone 01700-504897 during shop hours! (9:00am—5:00pm Monday to Saturday).
The minutes from the April meeting and the agenda for the May meeting of Bute Community Council are available to download on the documents page of the BCC website.
Port Bannatyne Golf Club have organised a day to remember with a very varied programme of artists performing from 2pm through to 10pm on Sat 26th June on the golf course.
There will be seven bands performing on the day, along with some solo artists. There will be stalls and games for children, along with food being available.
Full details are available on the Port Bannatyne Golf Club website:
Port Bannatyne Golf Club
The Original Factory Shop on Montague Street are aiming to make a difference to the community by choosing one local cause to be its charity partner for 2010. Store manager, Roger Hamilton, says:
“The Original Factory Shop works hard at being part of local life and is always looking at ways it can put something back into the community.
“We’ve decided to support just one for 2010 so that we can really make a big difference to them. As we’re new to the town, we’re asking for nominations from anyone in Rothesay who needs a helping hand, whether it’s a mothers and toddlers group, a local children’s football team or a support group of whatever kind.”
Anyone wishing to nominate their organisation simply has to drop a letter off at the store by Monday 24th May saying why they think that they should be The Original Factory Shop’s charity partner in Rothesay.
A programme of fundraising activity is planned by colleagues at the store throughout 2010, with a minimum target of £500.00 looking to be raised for the chosen charity.
Walk among the Ancients of our Planet.
On a gentle, guided walk to tranquil Loch Fad, learn about our heritage of ancient trees and nature with Jessica Herriot, Discover Bute Landscape Partnership Scheme and Bute Healthy Living Initiative.
Tuesday 27th April 2010, 11 a.m.—3 p.m.
All welcome on this free walk.
Bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately for the weather. Meet at the Discovery Centre at 11a.m.
The minutes from the March meeting and the agenda for the April meeting of Bute Community Council are available to download on the documents page of the BCC website.
Source: Documents
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