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April 27, 2014May 17, 2014

HMS Armadillo – 1940’s

We are grateful to Griffin Turton who has provided us with a couple of photographs related to HMS Armadillo (Glenfinart Bay). The photographs were most likely taken during the 1940's and are from The Beachhead Commandos by a Cecil Hampshire, published by William Kimber & Co Ltd in 1983. The last of the metal long …

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April 27, 2014April 27, 2014

Update on communication regarding Coulport

On enquiring, MSP Mike Russell reported that he had not yet received a reply to his letter to the Minister of Defence and would follow this up and Ardentinny Community Council Convener, Val Kennedy confirmed that she had contacted the MOD and 'will notify the CC and village when the meeting has been confirmed.'

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April 27, 2014April 27, 2014

Memorial Service

A celebration of the life of Angus Sutherland. Saturday 10 May, 2pm. Ardentinny Church. All Welcome.

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April 24, 2014April 24, 2014

Eggsquisite Glenfinart Garden opens in style

Glenfinart Walled Garden looked stunning over the Easter weekend as Ardentinny Community Trust volunteers welcomed many visitors. The season opening of the garden was part of Forestry Commission Scotland's 'Easter Eggstravaganza' at Glenfinart Bay, Ardentinny. Throughout the afternoon the garden was bathed in bright sunshine with families taking full advantage of the weather and the beautiful surroundings. …

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April 20, 2014April 20, 2014

National Park volunteers dig in at Walled Garden

Preparing for the season opening of Glenfinart Walled Garden on Monday, volunteers from Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park were hard at work "doing the weeding" this past week. Thanks go to John, Ian and Roy who were assisted by resident gardener Glyn. Also on hand was children's garden creator, Claire and her son Finlay (11) as …

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