£180K Of Cannabis Seized at Cairnryan

Drugs with a potential street value of £180,000 have been seized at the Loch Ryan Port in Cairnryan.
Around 7.30pm on Wednesday, 12 June, a van was stopped at the port where the significant quantity of cannabis was recovered.
A 54-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection and appeared at Stranraer Sheriff Court on Thursday, 13 June, 2024.
Detective Superintendent Fergus Hutcheson said: “Police Scotland is committed to removing illegal substances from our communities and will take all measures to disrupt those involved.
“This arrest underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.
“Anyone with concerns about drugs in their community can contact us via 101, or calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Family Friendly Dance Production Balance Comes To Crawick

FAMILY FRIENDLY DANCE PRODUCTION BALANCE COMES TO CRAWICK

The Award-winning Keneish Dance Company will be heading to Dumfries and Galloway with BALANCE an exciting, brand-new contemporary dance performance, as part of its first UK tour.

 

BALANCE will receive its Scottish premiere on 20 June at Crawick Multiverse Summer Solstice Festival (20 min excerpt), part of the midday gathering, and later at Sanguhar Town Hall at 7.45pm (full performance) as part of the Midsummer Dance Drama Festival.

 

BALANCE is a mesmerising, fun and thought-provoking dance production where art meets science. Perfect for all the family, BALANCE features delicate choreography of the human immune system performed by a diverse company of professional UK based performers and practitioners.

 

The production aims to take audiences inside their bodies to discover the secrets of how the human immune cells generate equilibrium and keep us healthy.

 

BALANCE is choreographed by professional dance artist Keisha Grant, Artistic Director of Keneish Dance Company, who has been inspired by the urgency of community and individual wellness at a time when health inequalities are rising.

 

Keisha hopes the work will encourage audiences to stop for a moment and consider the miniature miracles taking place inside their bodies every second of every day.

 

Keisha said: “My previous choreography has connected to nature’s rhythms and patterns through Afro Contemporary Dance This time I am using cellular research which has been a huge development to everything I care about.
“Through creating this work, it has opened up my understanding of human cells – their movement, behaviour and how they respond to environment. How they react, protect us and rejuvenate, resulting in the creation of this exciting new work which will be incorporated into the company’s wellbeing programming.”

 

The development of the piece was supported by discussions with Dr.Darius Köster, Associate Professor at University of Warwick, Coventry who works on questions of cell mechanics and how they stick to and move through their environment.

 

Darius said: “Working with Keisha and her wonderful company on this piece was extremely fun and motivating. It is a rare and wonderful opportunity to work with artists to bring a bit of science out of the laboratory to the wider public.”

 

Audiences will be able to see BALANCE for the first time in Scotland on 20 June making for an ideal dance experience for all the family and festival-goers alike.

For full information on BALANCE please visit www.keneishdance.com/keneish-performance-events

 

BALANCE in Scotland is commissioned by Laban Guild International and Arts Council England.

The Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands Summer Events Programme Invites You To Explore Trees From A New Angle!

The Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands Summer Events Programme invites you to explore Trees from a new angle!

Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands is a new initiative looking to support trees, habitats and the people that depend upon them across the region. With support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and a whole range of partners, the Summer Programme of Events sets out to look at trees in many different ways, celebrating what we know and don’t know about our woodlands.

All events are bookable through the following links, or through our website www.dgwoodlands.org.uk.

 

McNabb Laurie, Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands Manager, said:

“The guiding aim of this programme is to provide an opportunity to look at trees and woodlands from new angles – having good fun in the process! From viking foragers to painting with the colour of trees, this programme has something for all ages and interests!
This programme is only the opening salvo of activity through the summer, with other events being developed with partners from Langholm to Stranraer. Keep an eye on our social media channels as these additional events are publicised in coming weeks.
If you have any queries about any of the events, please do get in touch. Thanks again to all partners involved for being so game, and to The National Lottery Heritage Fund for their support.”

 

  • Kilsture Forest School. Aimed at ages 5-11 years. Pond Dipping 11-12 July, Storytelling & Mythology 20-21 July, Bushcraft 25-26 July. Sessions are 10am and 1pm daily, in Kilsture Forest near Wigtown. Full info: https://fienta.com/o/25379.
  • Kilsture Art/Science/Forest – Investigating Soil on the Forest Floor. 14 July, 4-6pm. An artist, a forester and a wildlife recorder want us to look at the soil while walking through the largest patch of woodland in the Machars. Full info: https://fienta.com/investigating-soil-in-kilsture-forest-art-science-forest.
  • A Forester’s Eye – Woodland Walk. 27 July 10-12.30pm. Join forester Edward Kyrke to discuss how his career across different forestry sectors has influenced how he sees woodland. Venue TBC. Full info: https://fienta.com/a-forester-s-eye-woodland-walk.
  • Summer Woodland Taster Foray. 06 August 6-8.30pm in Carstramon Woods. Mark Williams will lead a guided walk through one of largest semi-natural broadleaved woodlands in Galloway. What can be on the menu? Full info: https://fienta.com/carstramon-summer-woodland-taster-foray.
  • Trysting Trees at Muirdrochwood. 14 August 30-8pm in Carsphairn Community Woodland. Palnackie’s Old Mill Team want us to think about different artistic opportunities provided by trees – from dyes to tree lore. Full info: https://fienta.com/trysting-trees-at-muirdrochwood.
  • Trysting Trees at Taliesin. 10am–2pm at Taliesin near Auchencairn. Join the Old Mill team to make your own tree ink and explore the creative potential of local trees. Full info: https://fienta.com/trysting-trees-at-taliesin.
  • Tree Flowers: An Introduction to the Bach Flower Remedies. 20 August 6-8pm at Drumclyer Cottages near Irongray. Trees might only be in flower briefly but the Bach Remedy System aims to understand their potential for remedial uses. Full info: https://fienta.com/tree-flowers-an-introduction-to-the-bach-flower-remedy-system.
  • Caerlaverock – the History of a Coastal Woodland. 27 August 3-5pm & 6-8pm. We can all see the castle, but what influence has it had on Caerlaverock Castle Woodlands? Dr Coralie Mills leads two walks talking about recent research, what we know and what we still don’t. Full info: https://fienta.com/s/caerlaverock-the-history-of-a-coastal-woodland.
  • Plant Medicines from Dumfries and Galloway’s Woodlands. 03 September 7.30-9pm Online event. Medical herbalist Sarah Jane Scouten lifts the lid on traditional and modern applications of medicinal plants found in our woodlands and hedgerows. Full info: https://fienta.com/plant-medicine-from-dumfries-and-galloway-s-woodlands.
  • Wigtownshire’s Coastal Woodlands – folklore and more. 07 September 9.30am-1pm. Christy Miles from Way of the Wild will lead a group from Garlieston to Rigg Bay, exploring the stunning coastal woodland landscape, discussing the local folklore and tales. Full info: https://fienta.com/wigtownshire-s-coastal-woodlands-folklore-and-more.
  • Medieval Woodland Foraging: Perspectives from the Past. 28 September 10-12noon. A medieval guide will lead a group around Eskrigg Nature Reserve in Lockerbie, highlighting what Vikings would have been looking for from our woodlands. No pillaging allowed. Full Info: https://fienta.com/medieval-woodland-foraging-perspectives-from-the-past.

 

Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands is a new initiative seeking to support trees, habitats and the people that depend upon them across the region. Partners include Borders Forest Trust, Woodland Trust Scotland, Dumfries & Galloway Council and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.  For more information about Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands, follow the facebook or twitter pages, visit the website www.dgwoodlands.org.uk or sign up for the newsletter here:  http://eepurl.com/iAlL6k.

 

Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands is registered in Scotland as a SCIO, number 052525.

Local Success at Adult Learners’ Week Awards 2024

Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Lifelong Learning Service has recently supported two successful nominees to win awards at the annual national Adult Learners’ Week Awards Ceremony 2024, organised through Scotland’s Learning Partnership.

Donna Lindsay received the ‘Learner of the Year’ award in recognition of her personal progression over the last two years to overcome anxiety and low confidence through participation in the council’s Lifelong Learning Service’s Creative Writing Course. Within six months, Donna experienced a significant improvement in her mental health and wellbeing and self-confidence that led to one of her poems being commissioned, and Donna has already started on a series of short stories.

Donna has used creative writing to pen traumatic events she has experienced during her life, helping her express and deal with these issues in the process. Donna is now on track to secure employability and has a renewed confidence and personal resilience to create a better future for herself and her family.

The second award went to the Stewartry Adult Craft Group in the ‘Group Award’ category. This local group formed in 2022 to help learners to connect after the impacts of Covid-19. The main aim was to not only learn new skills but to help people who were feeling isolated and struggling with their own mental health. The group has worked together to establish a strong support base and they shape their own sessions with the lifelong learning tutor.
Climate change is a particular focus for the group. Recycling and reuse play a big part in their activities – resources and materials are sourced to allow them to make and create unique products. Some next steps for the group are to display and sell their crafts, investing funds in the group to help with sustainability. The group has plans for a future exhibition to help promote what they are doing and to encourage others to join.
A number of current group members are young mums who have progressed into Lifelong Learning Family Learning sessions, and one parent is keen to become a volunteer tutor with the Lifelong Learning Team.

Through the group, all participants have highlighted improved mental health and wellbeing and increased confidence levels – which has enabled them to feel a greater connection with their local community.

A council spokesperson said: “Donna and the Stewartry Craft Group are to be commended for overcoming personal barriers and being recognised for their respective achievements at national level. Adult learning is an important service whose staff and volunteers provide support to many. If you have been inspired, you can get involved through our Lifelong Learning Service and take the first step on a learning journey of you own.”

The Lifelong Learning Service offers a variety of learning opportunities across the region. Find out more at www.dumgal.gov.uk/lifelonglearning

Applications to Open for Regional Cultural Fund to Boost Culture, Heritage and Tourism in the Region

Applications to Open for Regional Cultural Fund to Boost Culture, Heritage and Tourism in the Region

Dumfries and Galloway Council has announced a new funding programme for the cultural and heritage sectors of the region.

The Regional Cultural Fund has been introduced to make grants of up to £5000 available to enhance, improve and promote community-led creative and cultural programmes and facilities in Dumfries and Galloway. The fund provides the opportunity for arts, heritage and community organisations across the region to take forward work that they could not otherwise finance.

The application process is open from Monday 17 June until Friday 26 July.
The programme is being taken forward in partnership with South of Scotland Enterprise, Dumfries and Galloway Unlimited, the Stove Network and the Dumfries and Galloway Museums and Heritage Network.

The grant programme has been made possible through the council securing £96,000 of funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund earlier this year. Harry Hay, Head of Thriving Communities at Dumfries and Galloway Council said: “This new fund can enable many cultural and heritage organisations, agencies and visitor attractions in the region to generate additional investment in their work and activities. From the Mull of Galloway to Moffat, Kirkcudbright to Kirkconnel, most communities across Dumfries and Galloway have local organisations that are dedicated to cultural, heritage or tourism development and I’m confident there will be a brilliant response to the fund.”
Frank Hayes, the Chair of Dumfries and Galloway Unlimited said: “The UK government’s Shared Property Fund is an important additional resource that will provide much needed financial support to heritage and cultural projects in Dumfries and Galloway. DG Unlimited is proud to be working with Dumfries and Galloway Council and colleagues from the cultural and heritage sectors.”
Mark Geddes, Strategy Manager for Cultural and Creative Capital from South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) said: “The significance of our region’s creative economy cannot be underestimated, worth an estimated £280 million to the South of Scotland. Working in partnership we are driving forward our work to support, develop and expand hugely our valuable creative ecosystem and this fund is yet another example of that. This is a brilliant opportunity to continue the great work already underway across the region, and I would encourage organisations to apply.”
Judith Hewitt, Chair of Dumfries and Galloway Museums and Heritage Network said: “We are pleased that this new fund has been developed and are excited to see what work it supports within our wonderful museums and heritage organisations.”
DG Unlimited is running a series of workshops on 24 and 25 June via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. If you would like to attend one of these workshops, please register your interest by emailing DG Unlimited at [email protected].

 

 

 

 

Rare Opportunity To See ‘James Paterson’ Art At Moniaive

FOR ONE DAY ONLY: A rare opportunity to view the paintings of “Glasgow Boy”, James Paterson, held in the private ownership of Moniaive residents.

James Paterson was a resident of Moniaive from 1885 to 1905 and this year is the 170th anniversary of his birth and it seemed a good time to raise his profile again.

The exhibition is on Thursday 18th July from midday to 8pm in St Ninian’s Church, Moniaive.

We have over 30 paintings to display but we don’t have “The Last Turning”, James Paterson’s most famous painting, which is on display in Kelvingrove Museum & Art Gallery.

We are talking to the Museum about a future loan to bring the painting back to Moniaive for an exhibition in a few years’ time.

MSP Accuses Council Of “Utter Neglect” Over Flagship Dock Park

South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth has accused Dumfries and Galloway Council of “utter neglect” of the flagship Dock Park in Dumfries.

 

The local MSP says a lack of basic maintenance by the council is leaving the park “falling apart”, with play equipment and the bandstand currently out of use – just weeks before the school summer holidays.

 

The bandstand has been left unpainted for years and is now fenced off for safety reasons with parts of the flooring broken.

 

In the children’s playpark, the ship has been fenced off for months due to rotten boards, the broken seesaw has been removed, the disabled roundabout is now fenced off as it no longer turns, gates to the park are closed off with barriers around them and parts of the rubber flooring in the park is crumbling.

 

The maze, which dates back to the 1970s, is overgrown with weeds and piles of gravel have been used to fill the potholed covered car park, rather than permanent repairs.

 

As a local Councillor for the area at the time, Colin Smyth successfully fought for the major refurbishment of the park. He chaired the Council’s Economy, Environment and Infrastructure Committee during the revamp and carried out the official re-opening of the park with the Earl and Countess of Wessex in 2014. Following the re-opening, the park was voted number one in Scotland in October 2014 in a public poll held by Keep Scotland Beautiful. The park has also secured a coveted Green Flag form the charity every year since the refurbishment.

 

£2m of investment was made to the park with funding from the council, Heritage Lottery Fund and the Landfill Communities Fund and included the refurbishment of the 19th century bandstand by the company who originally built it, along with a new modern children’s play park.

 

Colin Smyth said: “Just weeks before the school holidays and the summer tourism season, it is shocking to see the utter neglect of the Dock Park by the council.
“I know local councils have had to deal with huge Government cuts but failing to carry out even basic maintenance is a false economy. It will just mean a huge amount of investment is needed in the future to bring the park back into a decent state.
“I successfully fought for the £2 million refurbishment of what was an award-winning park. We transformed it into a real jewel in the crown for Dumfries and it is something I am very proud of. The council should hang their head in shame over the state of the park today.
“Every year since the revamp, the council has secured a coveted Green Flag for the park but there is little chance of that this year in its current state. More importantly, the park has been hugely popular since the investment was made but that won’t last if the equipment continues to be removed and closed off.
“It really breaks my heart to see the way it has been left to fall apart. The council needs to carry out the repairs urgently and put in place a proper maintenance regime, which is what they promised funders like the Heritage Lottery fund when they secured grants from them a decade ago.
“If they fail to do so it will only be a matter of time before the park falls into a complete state of disrepair and we are back having to fight for another revamp and that’s totally unacceptable.”

Extreme E Hydro X Prix Returns to Dumfries and Galloway in July

Extreme E Hydro X Prix Returns to Dumfries and Galloway in July
MAY 13: Christine 'GZ' Giampaoli Zonca (ESP) / Timo Scheider (DEU), Carl Cox Motorsport, leads Emma Gilmour (NZL) / Tanner Foust (USA), NEOM McLaren Extreme E during the Scotland X-Prix on May 13, 2023. (Photo by Charly Lopez / LAT Images)

With Extreme E’s return to Scotland for the Hydro X Prix less than a month away (13-14 July), the championship returned to Dumfries and Galloway as excitement builds ahead of the series’ return to on-track action.

Extreme E carried out a visit to its ongoing Legacy Programme in the local community, with Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E’s Catie Munnings and E.ON Veloce Racing’s Kevin Hansen in tow to get a closer look at the championship’s ongoing environmental initiatives in Scotland.

The former Glenmuckloch opencast coal mine site in Dumfries and Galloway will play host to the Hydro X Prix once more and the restored former coal mine, which is about to undergo the next phase of its major transformation into a Pumped Storage Hydropower (PSH) plant and wind farm, will provide a poignant backdrop for the sport, which uses its platform to raise awareness of climate change and global solutions.

As part of the series’ Legacy Programme in Scotland, Extreme E continues to work with the Nith District Salmon Fishery Board on a multi-stage environmental initiative focused on mitigating climate change effects upon Atlantic salmon, highlighting issues caused by rising water temperatures and change in rainfall patterns.

For this year’s Voyage, Extreme E headed to Solway Firth, where the River Nith feeds into the Atlantic Ocean. The location underlined the importance of the River Nith on global ecosystems, as this is where the young salmon smolts join the ocean to travel towards the Norwegian Sea, growing from 30g to 4000g in a year.

The work of the Nith District Salmon Fishery Board involves regenerating this habitat, which has been impacted by climate change and human impacts. This has involved the planting of over 1,200 native trees and building fences to protect the river habitat, which helps to stabilise the riverbanks thus minimising erosion and salmon egg mortality.

Supported by a class of local schoolchildren from Kelloholm Primary School, the championship then visited the Nith District headquarters and plant nursery, which has been funded as a direct result of Extreme E’s Legacy Programme, to observe the growth of seedlings – as well as plant some of their own which, when ready, will be transported and planted on the riverbank to benefit the area for years to come.

The Legacy Voyage concluded with a trip to Crawick River to observe the progress of trees planted previously by Extreme E – including Munnings and Hansen. To continue the restoration of the river bank, more trees will be planted to ensure that the Atlantic salmon population will continue to be viable for generations to come.

Vodafone Business, Extreme E’s Official Technology Communications Partner, has provided the Trust with hydrosensors and temperature probes to monitor water quality and temperature. This technology supports the Trust’s ongoing conservation efforts, with Vodafone Business utilising the pioneering championship as a testbed for innovation.

Ali Russell, Managing Director of Extreme E, said: “It was great for Extreme E to return to Scotland ahead of the Hydro X Prix and come back to the environmental initiatives we put in place just over a year ago. Having a positive, environmental impact on the areas we race in is vital, and so to return for our latest Legacy Voyage at the River Nith was hugely important.

“Our collaboration with local organisations like the Nith District Salmon Fishery Board exemplifies our mission to leave each location in better shape than we found it and it was brilliant to have Catie and Kevin share that with us, especially as they both helped launched the first-ever Hydro X Prix, which brought great continuity to the Voyage.”

In addition to the environmental projects, Extreme E will participate in the annual Kirkconnel and Kelloholm Children’s Gala this weekend (15 June). The ODYSSEY 21 race car will be on display, providing an exciting opportunity for the community to engage with the series and learn more about the innovative technology behind electric off-road racing.

Extreme E’s presence in Kirkconnel promises to be an event of significant environmental and social impact, reinforcing the series’ commitment to sustainability and community partnership.

Extreme E’s Legacy Programme is dedicated to addressing ecological challenges in our race locations, and supporting communities impacted most by the negative consequences of climate change. In collaboration with local grassroots organisations across each of our race locations, the championship directly funds initiatives that empower communities and raise awareness of climate and conservation-related issues impacting local areas, in harmony with the global agenda set forth by the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Ali Russell added: “Involving schoolchildren and educating future generations about environmental conservation is crucial. Our goal is to inspire the local community to take an active role in preserving their natural surroundings.”

RSAC Scottish Rally retains Popular Dalbeattie Base

RSAC Scottish Rally retains popular Dalbeattie base

The 78th running of the RSAC Scottish Rally will make a return to the South West Scotland town of Dalbeattie for a second year in a row, after the innovative move to the `Granite Town` in 2023.

Running on 20 July, the highly regarded motorsport event will once again be based at the impressive JAS P Wilson Forest Machines facility which offers the opportunity for a new and dynamic route for competitors and fans alike to enjoy this summer.
The rally will offer six special stages in total, with the Dalbeattie and Kinharvie forests making a welcome return after the success of 2023 and housing two tests each. In a new addition for this year, the Glengap stage has been introduced into the route bringing the total competitive miles to 44.

And all set to sample the exciting new route, are the contenders from the Asset Alliance Group Scottish Rally Championship and Motoscope Northern Historic Rally Championship, along with the Armed Forces Rally Team who have been attending the event in their formidable Land Rovers since 1963. The Autoshop MG3 Rally Challenge will head for Dalbeattie for the first time, the popular cost-effective single make series making the most of the compact route.

The 2024 edition takes place in the 125th anniversary year of the Royal Scottish Automobile Club who are organisers of the rally and for the twenty-seventh time, it will be supported by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

It’s understood to be the longest-running partnership between a rally and a local authority anywhere in Britain, with the Council supporting over one-third of all the Scottish Rallies run since the first in 1932. It forms one of the Council’s seven ‘Signature Events`, which cover everything from Burns Suppers to arts festivals and World Championship Ice Hockey each year.

Jonathan Lord, Clerk of the Course said, “We are delighted to be returning to Dalbeattie following the warm welcome we received from Iain Wilson and his colleagues at Jas P Wilson Forest Machines last year. The rally relies heavily on the support received from Dumfries and Galloway Council, and it’s a privilege to be one of their seven Signature Events, which help bring so much to the region.
“We are constantly striving to re-fresh the rally and a new route offers an additional challenge for competitors. Two-wheel-drive crews will run first on the road in a reverse order to give them the best conditions and to ensure rally fans are catered for, we have listened to feedback from last year. and we are working to improve on the spectator locations at Dalbeattie, plus offering a new location at Glengap.”

Spectator access will be permitted for scrutineering on Friday afternoon at the Jas P Wilson facility in Dalbeattie, and during the course of the event, there will be a large screen bringing live action from the stages to the Service area. Please check the Spectator area of the website closer to the event for more information.

Regulations for the Event are now available to download from https://www.scottishrally.co.uk/Regulations2024

Former winners of the event include World Rally Championship legends such Colin McRae, Ari Vatanen, Hannu Mikkola and Stig Blomqvist although more recently, it has been local ace David Bogie from Dumfries who has written his name in the history books, winning the event a record-breaking seven times over the years.
More information on the event will be released over the coming months.

 

Dumfries Couple Win Best At Home Bar 2024 Award

DUMFRIES COUPLE WIN BEST AT-HOME BAR 2024 AWARD

The White Rhino in Dumfries came up tops – the second year running that Dumfries locals have won the competition

 

Aldi Scotland has crowned the winner of its best at-home bar competition, with a Dumfries watering hole taking the top spot for the second year in a row.

 

Craft beer lovers across Scotland have turned their hands to DIY over the last few years, with hundreds of people creating their very own pubs to enjoy their favourite tipples in.

 

Now, following a month-long hunt for Scotland’s best at-home bar, The White Rhino in Dumfries secured first prize – a year’s free supply of craft beer from Aldi Scotland.

 

The judges praised The White Rhino for its stunning wooden decking, extensive range of beer taps, entertainment and decor, with a pool table and several decorative posters adorning the walls, which provide the perfect venue to host family and friends.

 

The winning landlords are Dumfries couple Graham Laurie and Tracy Kennedy, whose daughter Megan submitted pictures on their behalf, without the pair knowing.

 

The White Rhino was built in early 2020, when travel restrictions stopped Graham, who runs his own forklift training company, from working overseas. Forced to stay at home, Graham began work on his house, but his attention soon turned to building an at-home pub for his family to enjoy.

 

Graham said: “We are so pleased that our wee pub has been named as Scotland’s best at-home bar. It really just started as a lockdown escape but has been the perfect location for lots of fun with family and friends over the last few years.”

 

Explaining the inspiration behind the pub’s name, Graham explained: “It was actually our daughter Lilli that came up with the name – she spotted the Rhinovent branding on the framework when the pub was under construction and was inspired by that. We thought that The White Rhino worked well.”

 

Aldi’s at-home bar competition was relaunched this year to celebrate the beginning of its Spring Beer Festival, which showcased a range of Scottish craft brewers, including Cold Town Brewing, Loch Lomond Brewery and Glen Affric.

The retailer’s Summer Beer Festival, which is set to launch on 27 June, will feature a range of exclusive beers brewed by Aberdeen-based Fierce Beer in collaboration with various other craft breweries.

 

Graham Nicolson, Regional Managing Director, Aldi Scotland, said: “The standard of entries for this year’s ‘Best Home Bar’ competition were extremely high and really shone a light on the creativity of our customers.
“Congratulations to Graham and Tracy for winning this year’s competition – there’s clearly something in the water in Dumfries!”