The Caledonian Curry Company hands over to Jade Garden
More changes on South Bonar Estate, as the Caledonian Curry Company hands its commercial kitchen over to Jade Garden, a new Chinese Takeaway facility.
How our forebears fought for their heritage
We look back at some of the history of how the crofters fought for their heritage. We are the heirs and the beneficiaries of that activism.
What has tourism ever done for us?
A comment very often heard since the success of the NC500 route in the Highlands is: “Well it’s ok if you work in tourism, but who else benefits?”, but is that really the case?
KOSHS new programme of activities
You will find here a list of events / speakers planned: they are usually on a Tuesday at 7:30 pm in Kincardine Old Church (The Heritage Centre).
The KALM Project
The Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust has been granted funds to continue delivering the healthy eating and activity projects Kyle - All Lives Matter
5000 Trees Planted to Combat Climate Change
The Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust has been awarded grants to plant trees in its catchments in order to keep watercourses cool.
New raptor rescue centre in Brora
Blue Highlands Raptor Rescue offers free 24-hour bird rescue, conservation of endangered species, lectures and demonstrations, and wild releases.
Frog spawn and hazel catkins
It’s been a very wet Winter at the Gearrchoille Community Wood Ardgay . Watch out for signs of Spring in the woods, such as hazel catkins and frog spawn
Swifts
These incredible birds need our help. The latest estimate showed a population decrease of 57% between 1995 and 2017. Find out how to give them a hand
Osprey
We can look forward to the arrival of the osprey. They return back after making the long perilous journey from West Africa where they spend their winters
Spring Gardening
Spring is a really exciting time for gardeners. Here are are some experts’ tips to get your garden ready for the season ahead.
How the Airdens crofters fought for fairer rents
In 1893 the Airdens crofters waged their own land war. They withheld their rents and forcibly prevented sheriff officers from serving legal papers.
Invercharron Sheepdog Trials in times past
W.A.M. Mackenzie gives a colourful account of the Trials in the 1950s. This event is still being held at Invercharron Farm.
Dog handler and legend Pat MacGettigan
This resourceful Irishman based in Culrain was one of the most successful dog handlers in Scotland and quite a character.
The eagle, the Fraser child, and the tragedy that never was
In 1904 a very sad event reported by the press generated a outpouring of sympathy towards Mr and Mrs Fraser of Ochto, Inveroykel.
Sudoku, Codeword and Trivia solutions
Here you will find the solutions to the three sudokus, codeword and trivia published in the last issue of the paper edition of the Kyle Chronicle.
Sutherland Sessions: Trad Club of the Year 2019
The group is bringing first-class musicians to local venues accross Sutherland and has received the ‘Club of the Year 2019’ at the Scots Trad Music Awards.
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.
Fiona Matheson: “The process is as exciting as the outcome”
Interview with landscape artist Fiona Matheson. Croft houses appear regularly on her paintings, a reference to life in Strathcarron and Culrain.
Clubs & Societies
Would you like to practice a sport, pick up a hobby or simply socialize? Why not join one of the many clubs and groups listed here.
Regrowth
We publish articles written by representatives of the main Churches of the Kyle of Sutherland area. You will also find a guide to regular church services.
Hope springs eternal
Ali Smith was born in Inverness and her writing is still profoundly influenced by Scotland. In her latest novel, the plot culminates at present day Culloden
Uncut Gems
The Safdie Brothers’ newest film brought me more creative inspiration than any film I’ve seen in years. This film was incredibly powerful
From the Editor
I am particularly happy to welcome new contributors and present new sections such as Gardening and Art The feedback we have received from the community …
Old Placenames
A look into the history and origins of placenames around our area The letter yogh (ȝogh) in Older Scots derived from the letter g, and …
Photo of the season
The Kyle of Sutherland area in images throughout the year. Send yours to news@kylechronicle.co.uk Steam locomotive by Invershin. © Gregor Laing Built in 1868 by …
Local News
The Caledonian Curry Company hands over to Jade Garden
More changes on South Bonar Estate in 2020, as the Caledonian Curry Company hands its commercial kitchen over to Jade Garden, a new Chinese Takeaway …
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Crofting
How our forebears fought for their heritage
Both the Cheviot sheep and the Border Collie sheepdog were introduced by shepherds from the south. © S. Ross In the last edition, we looked …
Local News
Items discussed at recent meetings of Ardgay & District Community Council included plans for Jubilee Hill tree planting, proposed local Wind Farm developments, introduction of …
Local News
Creich Community Council Update
After a recent road accident near Invershin members of the public are advised to be aware of the A836 with the A837 junction Creich Community …
Local News
What has tourism ever done for us?
Taking the great Monty Python line in vain, it illustrates a comment very often heard since the success of the NC500 route in the Highlands. …
Local News
Coul Links project planning permission refused
The controversial project Coul Links was initially given a go-ahead from Highland Councillors last year, but later called in by Scottish Ministers for further scrutiny. …
Local News
Council approves community asset transfers in Sutherland and Wester Ross
Two ‘strong’ community asset transfer requests have been given the go ahead from Councillors on The Highland Council’s Communities and Place Committee. Unanimous support was …
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Local News
Bonar Bridge Community Hall AGM
The 2020 Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 7th April at 6pm, in the hall, and is open to all local residents and anyone from …
Local News
New Chairman for RBLS Highlands & Islands area
At the Royal British Legion Highlands & Islands Area Annual General Meeting on Saturday 1st February 2020, David Hannah from Ardgay was elected Chairman for …
Local News
KOSHS new programme of activities
Kyle of Sutherland Heritage Society with Bonar Bridge History Group events for the new season starting March 2020 Apologies for any confusion caused by the …
Local News
Social Business Start-up School
Everyone has ideas. Dreams of new businesses, services and products. Ideas that can take root, generate income and change the world for the better. We’re …
KoS Development Trust
One of the most important reasons that the Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust has decided to support the launch of the Kyle Chronicle was to …
KoS Development Trust
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust attended a Careers Fair at Dornoch Academy on the 20th February. The aim of the event was to connect the …
KoS Development Trust
As reported in the last Kyle Chronicle, following the Highland Council’s safety inspection of Carnmhor Crescent play area in Bonar Bridge, KoSDT was made aware …
KoS Development Trust
The Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust has been granted funds to continue delivering the healthy eating and activity projects Kyle - All Lives Matter (KALM) …
KoS Development Trust
Volunteering in the Community Food Sector
Dignity in practice Community food projects such as our ‘Community Food Stop’ which takes place in Bonar Bridge Hall every week are becoming more and …
KoS Development Trust
Do you know that if you live within the Ardgay & District and Creich Community Council areas you can become a member of Kyle of …
KoS Development Trust
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust is running a community larder open to anyone in the community who can make use of the food donations. Have …
KoS Development Trust
KoSDT still has a small amount of funding available to distribute from the Hardship Fund (supported by E.ON Rosehall). The Hardship Fund provides one-off financial …
KoS Development Trust
Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust recently held an engagement programme to gain feedback from the community on ways in which we could tackle issues surrounding …
Services
between £2,000 and £10,000+ SSE Achany Community Fund Application form. Complete and return to Fiona Morrison by email or by Royal Mail to: Fiona Morrison, …
Services
Creich community council Next meeting: 21st January 7:30 pm in Achness Hotel, Rosehall www.community-council.org.uk/creich/ Meetings third Tuesday alternate months Ardgay & District Community Council Next …
Wildlife & Nature
5000 Trees Planted to Combat Climate Change
The Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries Trust has been awarded grants from Scottish National Heritage to plant trees in its catchments in order to keep watercourses …
Services
Old cotton or polycotton bedding We always need your old sheets, pillow cases, curtains and duvet covers that are made from cotton or polycotton fabric. …
Wildlife & Nature
New raptor rescue centre in Brora
Blue Highlands Raptor Rescue & Conservation Centre in Brora is gearing up for the busiest time of the year. Birds of Prey and other avian …
Wildlife & Nature
Friends of the John o’Groats Trail
The Group, part of the Association of Northern Trails Scotland, is publishing a list of Volunteer Works Days for the summer to walk and upgrade …
Wildlife & Nature
It’s been a very wet Winter at the Gearrchoille Community Wood Ardgay . Watch out for signs of Spring in the woods It just keeps …
Wildlife & Nature
These incredible birds need our help. The latest estimate showed a population decrease of 57% between 1995 and 2017. Since our swifts left us …
Wildlife & Nature
Pandion haliaetus Spring is fast approaching, and we can look forward to the arrival of one of Scotland’s greatest wildlife success stories, the osprey. They …
Gardening
This is a really exciting time for gardeners. Here are are some experts’ tips to get your garden ready for the season ahead. We are …
Heritage
How the Airdens crofters fought for fairer rents
In 1893 the Airdens crofters waged their own land war. They withheld their rents and on several occasions forcibly prevented sheriff officers from serving legal …
How the Airdens crofters fought for fairer rents Read More »
Heritage
Invercharron Sheepdog Trials in times past
W.A.M. Mackenzie gives a colourful account of the Trials in the 1950s. This event is still being held at Invercharron Farm as part of the …
Heritage
Dog handler and legend Pat MacGettigan
This Irishman based in Culrain was one of the most successful dog handlers in Scotland and quite a character. Born in Donegal in 1929, …
Heritage
The eagle, the Fraser child, and the tragedy that never was
“I hope you will forgive a stranger intruding on your sorrow, which must be so deep, but the story was so heart-rending I could not …
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Crossword & Sudoku Solutions
Sudoku, Codeword and Trivia solutions
Sudoku easy solution Sudoku medium solution Sudoku hard solution Codeword solution, by Teazel Get more in your mobile or tablet. Search for Teazel in …
Music
Sutherland Sessions: Trad Club of the Year 2019
The group is bringing first-class musicians to local venues across Sutherland and has recently received the ‘Club of the Year 2019’ at the MG ALBA …
What's on
Sutherland Sessions' upcoming concerts 20 March 7:30 pm Hamish Napier Carnegie Hall, Clashmore 13 April - time TBC Duncan Chisolm Dornoch Cathedral 9 May - …
Art
Fiona Matheson: “The process is as exciting as the outcome”
Croft houses appear regularly on her paintings, a reference to life in Strathcarron and Culrain when she was younger. Kyle Chronicle: Why landscape? Fiona Matheson: …
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Clubs & Societies
Adult Choir Thursdays 7:45 pm to 9:15 pm. Bonar Bridge Community Hall. Contact by email Appalachian Step Dancing Tuesdays from 7:30 pm to 9 …
Churches
The changing seasons brings the promise of new life as nature follows the way it was designed to be As I write this the tail …
Books
Spring, by Ali Smith Ali Smith was born in Inverness and her writing is still profoundly influenced by Scotland. In her latest novel, the plot …
Films
Release date: 2019 | Country: USA | Running time: 135 min | Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller | Directors: Benny & Josh Safdie | Starring: Adam …