Plans for Culrain Village Hall unveiled
The project to refurbish Culrain hall, named ‘The Community Hearth’ was presented to the community on the 10th of October by the Hall Committee.
Carbisdale Trails Volunteer Day
On Sunday 20th October people came from as far as Golspie and Invergordon to help clear the Carbisdale Woods walking and mountain biking trails
An amazing journey
I am delighted to present this first edition of Kyle Chronicle. It has been an amazing and inspiring year-long journey to come to this point.
Bonar bridge playpark consultation
KoSDT is exploring funding opportunities and there is still time to give your views on the location of a new playpark in the village.
KoSDT, supporting Kyle Chronicle
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust is delighted to support the launch of the new quarterly Kyle Chronicle Magazine.
Light and darkness
"An invitation to follow Jesus is an invitation to escape from darkness" by John Mann, Elder, Bonar Bridge & Lairg Free Church. Church services in the area.
Heart of Sutherland Tourism (HOST)
The group was formed in 2016 with the aim of promoting both the central area within the NC500 route for tourism and businesses that are located there.
Tin Tabernacles: Croick Mission Hall
Originally regarded as temporary, it is over 100 years old. The hall has been linked to education and worship throughout most part of the 20th century.
The scandalous life of Mary Caroline, ‘Duchess Blair’
A victorian global celebrity, Mary Caroline Blair (née Michell), Duchess of Sutherland, had a life worthy of a period drama.
Winter Visitors
As the nights start drawing in and we awake to frosty mornings and snow topped hills, we welcome winter migrant birds visiting our shores.
The squirrels have landed in Ledmore & Migdale woods
Take a wander through Ledmore and Migdale wood and you may come across our new residents. Translocation of between 20 and 25 squirrels commenced in October
Growing support for environmental group Planet Sutherland
The group Planet Sutherland aims to help people across Sutherland to make tiny (and larger) changes that will help to save the planet.
Christmas gifts on your doorstep
This festive season why not buy your Christmas food and presents locally? Avoid stressful crowds and support your local community at the same time.
What’s on in the area
Discover what's on in the Kyle of Sutherland and nearby. A selection of events, concerts, exhibitions and workshops for all ages and tastes.
Local pupil joins Kyle Chronicle editorial team
Budding film-reviewer Jack Weir from Tain Royal Academy was appointed to the role of Film Critic for the Kyle Chronicle, following a competition.
A gripping read for the dark winter nights
As this is my first book review for the Kyle Chronicle, I wanted to feature a book by a local author: Helen Sedgwick's second novel The Growing Season
Sorry We Missed You
Ken Loach’s latest tour de force is a tragic critique on “zero-hour” contracts and their devastating effects on normal, everyday people.
Spectacular fungi and lichens
It is really worthwhile looking closely at the tree trunks in the Gearrchoille, as this wood in Ardgay supports a rich variety of lichens and fungi.
Christmas or Hogmanay with a difference
HOST UK arranges for international students to enjoy brief homestays with UK hosts, for a weekend or, over the festive period, a three day visit.
Revised plans for Jubilee Hill tree planting scheme
Representatives of Balnagown Estate and Scottish Forestry met with the community in October 2019, to present a revised plan for Jubilee Hill.
The minister’s bridge
The true story behind the Rosehall bridge’s byname. The Minister’s Bridge is a beautiful single-track stone bridge over a deep, rocky ravine at Allt Mhor.
Spinningdale
Old placenames of the Kyle of Sutherland. Gaelic, Norse, Brittonic? A look into the history and origins of placenames around our area.
KoSDT supports HIE start-up school
The programme, run by Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE) provides training for business and social enterprises
Bradbury Centre, promoting mental and physical wellbeing
The centre is place where over 60s can socialize with old friends and make new acquaintances while enjoying the activities on offer.
Kids’ Chronicle
Quarterly magazine curated by and for the Kyle of Sutherland children: Gledfield, Bonar Bridge and Rosehall Primary schools
Clubs & Societies
Would like to practice a sport, pick up a hobby or simply socialize? Why not join one of the many clubs and groups listed here.
Local News
Plans for Culrain Village Hall unveiled
The project to refurbish Culrain hall, named ‘The Community Hearth’ was presented to the community on the 10th of October by the Hall Committee.
KoS Development Trust
Carbisdale Trails Volunteer Day
On Sunday 20th October people came from as far as Golspie and Invergordon to help clear the Carbisdale Woods walking and mountain biking trails
From the Editor
I am delighted to present this first edition of Kyle Chronicle. It has been an amazing and inspiring year-long journey to come to this point.
KoS Development Trust
Bonar bridge playpark consultation
KoSDT is exploring funding opportunities and there is still time to give your views on the location of a new playpark in the village.
KoS Development Trust
KoSDT, supporting Kyle Chronicle
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust is delighted to support the launch of the new quarterly Kyle Chronicle Magazine.
Churches
“An invitation to follow Jesus is an invitation to escape from darkness” by John Mann, Elder, Bonar Bridge & Lairg Free Church. Church services in …
Local News
Heart of Sutherland Tourism (HOST)
The group was formed in 2016 with the aim of promoting both the central area within the NC500 route for tourism and businesses that are …
Crofting
To welcome the first edition of the Kyle Chronicle, I thought we should celebrate our lovely landscape
Heritage
Tin Tabernacles: Croick Mission Hall
Originally regarded as temporary, it is over 100 years old. The hall has been linked to education and worship throughout most part of the 20th …
Heritage
The scandalous life of Mary Caroline, ‘Duchess Blair’
A victorian global celebrity, Mary Caroline Blair (née Michell), Duchess of Sutherland, had a life worthy of a period drama.
Wildlife & Nature
As the nights start drawing in and we awake to frosty mornings and snow topped hills, we welcome winter migrant birds visiting our shores.
Wildlife & Nature
The squirrels have landed in Ledmore & Migdale woods
Take a wander through Ledmore and Migdale wood and you may come across our new residents. Translocation of between 20 and 25 squirrels commenced in …
The squirrels have landed in Ledmore & Migdale woods Read More »
Wildlife & Nature
Growing support for environmental group Planet Sutherland
The group Planet Sutherland aims to help people across Sutherland to make tiny (and larger) changes that will help to save the planet.
Shopping
Christmas gifts on your doorstep
This festive season why not buy your Christmas food and presents locally? Avoid stressful crowds and support your local community at the same time. Local …
What's on
16DEC 6:30 pm MONRehearsal Sutherland Youth ChoirKYLE OF SUTHERLAND HUB, BONAR BRIDGELooking for new members from 7 to 17 years to help create and build …
Local News
Local pupil joins Kyle Chronicle editorial team
Budding film-reviewer Jack Weir from Tain Royal Academy was appointed to the role of Film Critic for the Kyle Chronicle, following a competition.
Books
A gripping read for the dark winter nights
As this is my first book review for the Kyle Chronicle, I wanted to feature a book by a local author: Helen Sedgwick’s second novel …
Films
Ken Loach’s latest tour de force is a tragic critique on “zero-hour” contracts and their devastating effects on normal, everyday people.
Wildlife & Nature
It is really worthwhile looking closely at the tree trunks in the Gearrchoille, as this wood in Ardgay supports a rich variety of lichens and …
Local News
Christmas or Hogmanay with a difference
HOST UK arranges for international students to enjoy brief homestays with UK hosts, for a weekend or, over the festive period, a three day visit.
Local News
Revised plans for Jubilee Hill tree planting scheme
Representatives of Balnagown Estate and Scottish Forestry met with the community in October 2019, to present a revised plan for Jubilee Hill.
Heritage
The true story behind the Rosehall bridge’s byname. The Minister’s Bridge is a beautiful single-track stone bridge over a deep, rocky ravine at Allt Mhor.
Local News
Retained Firefighters needed for Bonar Bridge Station
Fire & Rescue Services have launched a campaign to recruit Retained Firefighters for Bonar Bridge Community Station.
Local News
Superfast broadband for 100 Highland Wireless customers
In November, Highland Wireless connected our 100th customer to the superfast broadband service in the Kyle of Sutherland Project Area.
Old Placenames
Old placenames of the Kyle of Sutherland. Gaelic, Norse, Brittonic? A look into the history and origins of placenames around our area.
Local News
Committee re-elected for Ardgay Public Hall after October AGM
At the last management meeting following the AGM, the new committee reaffirmed its commitment to maintain and enhance the building.
Local News
Joan Murray wins Highland Heroes Award
Joan Murray from Bonar Bridge Primary School, has been the recipient of the Highland Hero Award “Public Servant of the Year”.
Local News
Ardgay Christmas lights team of volunteers Thanks to the team of volunteers who turned out on a rather cold morning to help with the lamppost lights. …
Local News
New Community Council for Ardgay & District
Ardgay & District Community Council received eight valid nominations, its inaugural meeting is scheduled for Monday 9th November
Local News
Newly-formed Creich Community Council first meeting
Creich Community Council held its inaugural meeting on November 19th. Highland Councillor Kirsteen Currie conducted the election of office bearers
Local News
Lairg’s annual ‘Winterfest’ took place on Saturday 23rd November. The event is organised by Lairg & District Community Initiatives.
KoS Development Trust
External Project Management Contracts
As part of the Trust’s strategy to become more sustainable, KoSDT’s Contracts Team is delivering external contracts for other community organisations.
KoS Development Trust
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust is now running a Community Larder at The Barn in Ardgay on Tuesday and Friday afternoons between 2 – 4pm.
KoS Development Trust
New Tracksuits for the New Football Team
KoSDT’s Keep Active Together project, which was funded by the Scottish Government, has sponsored the tracksuits for the new Bonar Bridge FC.
KoS Development Trust
KoSDT supports HIE start-up school
The programme, run by Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE) provides training for business and social enterprises
KoS Development Trust
A Big Brunch to mark Challenge Poverty Week
To mark ‘Challenge Poverty Week’ which ran from 7th – 13th October, KoSDT hosted a ‘Big Brunch’ on Sunday 13th October in Bonar Bridge Community …
KoS Development Trust
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust win an HTSI Award
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust received the ‘Reducing Vulnerability in the Community’ Award at the Highland Third Sector Awards
Health & wellbeing
Bradbury Centre, promoting mental and physical wellbeing
The centre is place where over 60s can socialize with old friends and make new acquaintances while enjoying the activities on offer.
Health & wellbeing
Celebrate Christmas with The Hub
Christmas has arrived at The Hub. We have the perfect solution to the January Blues – 10% off all new memberships taken out in January,
Wildlife & Nature
Alladale Wilderness Reserve, Europe’s most Eco-Friendly hotel 2019
Alladale Wilderness Reserve is proud to announce to have been voted Europe’s most Eco-friendly hotel 2019 by the Global Boutique Hotel Awards.
Children
Quarterly magazine curated by and for the Kyle of Sutherland children: Gledfield, Bonar Bridge and Rosehall Primary schools
Services
Here you can find details of most of the Community Benefit Funds in the Kyle of Sutherland area. To apply, please visit the links provided.
Services
Contact details and dates of next meetings of your Community Council. Contact details of your Highland Councillors, MSPs and MP.
Letters to the Editor
Do you have a strong feeling about something you read? Do you want to share your opinion or point of view? Send a letter to the …
Services
Looking for a particular item for your upcycling project? Do you have something you’d like to donate or exchange? Contact us to place a free …
Clubs & Societies
Would like to practice a sport, pick up a hobby or simply socialize? Why not join one of the many clubs and groups listed here.
Photo of the season
The Kyle of Sutherland area in images throughout the year. Send yours to news@kylechronicle.co.uk. Snowy Shores by Donald Bain.