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October 7, 2020October 4, 2020

The Ardentinny Archives: Sept 2007 – Capsized catamaran off Ardentinny

A small sailing catamaran, with a father and his son aboard, capsized in the blustery conditions off Ardentinny, Loch Long on Monday afternoon (24 September, 2007). The father and young son were unable to right the capsized craft and their predicament was spotted by an onlooker on shore, who contacted the Coastguard Helensburgh's RNLI Lifeboat …

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October 3, 2020

Ardentinny beach picnic area proposals

Below is a copy of the Ardentinny beach/picnic area proposals put forward by Forestry and Land Scotland at their meeting on 11 September with two representatives of Ardentinny Community Council. The information is also being delivered to all households. Residents are asked to respond to the proposals by email (ardentinnycc@gmail.com) or by letter to the …

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October 1, 2020October 3, 2020

The Ardentinny Archives: 2007 – Opening of the restored Arched Bridge

On Saturday, April, 7, 2007 the restored stone arched bridge over the river Finart was officially opened by Mrs. Mary Gray of Ardentinny. The earliest known reference to the existence of the bridge is the middle of the nineteenth century where it appears on the O.S. map of 1869 as "Stronvochlan Bridge". However, it is …

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August 21, 2020January 3, 2021

Free bowling membership for frontline workers

Ardentinny Bowling Club has joined Bowls Scotland in their Frontline Workers initiative. The club would like to thank the frontline workers by offering free membership to the club for the remainder of this season and the whole of next season. Interested? Contact the Club Secretary for more information.

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August 17, 2020February 2, 2022

Fresh veg anyone?

Glenfinart Walled Garden will leave a basket of veg plus donations box at the road edge beside the Walled Garden sign on Wednesdays and Thursdays 11.00 - 14.00 (weather permitting). Bring your own bags! A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, prevent some …

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