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Review of 2016............................... 3 What Matters to You?................... 4 Park Revival..................................... 5 Walk to Happiness......................... 6 Winter Walks.................................. 7 New Running Series....................... 8 Local Business................................. 9 House Renovation........................10 Dobbie's Update...........................10 Some Great Scots.......................... 11 Recycling Boost.............................12 Late News......................................12 Volunteers Post.............................14 What's Up Doc?............................14 Debt Hangover.............................17 New Year | New You............ 18&19 Household Tips.............................20 Frayed Lace...................................20 Ashton Award..............................20 Games Seek Helpers.....................27 Council Office Plans.....................27 New Shop......................................27 Winter Events...............................28 Clydebuilt Success.........................28 De-Clutter for Charity..................32 Local Success.................................32

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Local News - JANUARY 2017

It was onwards and upwards in 2016 transform Helensburgh pierhead area took a big step forward with the news that the council has put the detailed leisure centre design out to tender.

Looking back over the year as reported in this magazine reveals an awful lot about our local communities. It is sometimes easy to forget just what a vibrant place we live in. (writes Nick Cowie) We were blessed this year with a fabulous weekend for the winter festival with an estimated 6500 people attending over two days.

As with much that is good in the town, its backbone was the volunteers who figure so often in the big stories and events.

The new church halls at Helensburgh Parish Church opened to the community last year are a case in point- an

astonishing fundraising effort which has achieved a major new facility for the town. One that will serve it to the end of the century and beyond.

The area was on the map internationally when thousands of visitors came to Cardross for a major arts event in the ruins of St Peter’s Seminary. Most visited Helensburgh too filling the restaurants and cafes.

Summer saw two ale fests and two Highland Games plus the Piping Championships attract visitors from far afield while crafty co-ordination saw Friends of the Victoria Hall and Friends of Hermitage Park presenting a double treat when the annual Summer Food and Craft Fair in the Victoria Hall was held on the same day as Tea in the Park.

Meanwhile the masterplan to

The ever-enterprising communities of Cove and Kilcreggan also brought us the Cove and Kilcreggan Book Festival with talks from top authors packing out the Burgh Hall.

And our whole area was boosted by the revival of the the Clyde Sea Lochs Trail. New visitor information panels connect a string of coastal communities between Dumbarton and Arrochar.

We hope to report on many more positive events in our area - but for now a Happy 2017 to all our readers.

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“Across the water “a project that was long in the planning and requiring huge fundraising efforts reached its happy conclusion with the opening of Cove’s skate park. It was sponsored by the Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Cafe.

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what matters THE most to you?

With funding expected Argyll and Bute Council expected its funding to be confirmed late to significantly reduce, in December. It must then decide Argyll and Bute Council its budget in February. is asking residents what Cllr Walsh added: matters most to them We would like to about the work the hear people’s views council does. to help us match the Council Leader, Councillor Dick Walsh said: “What we are able to do depends obviously on funding.

As our funding decreases, the need for change increases.

“Everything we do matters. We would love to do everything our communities want us to, but continually falling funding means that just isn’t an option. It means that we must consider what matters most, for our people and our area.”

Council tax is going up for bands E to H ending a freeze which has lasted several years but over eighty per cent of council funding for local services is provided by the Scottish Government.

The Scottish Government has indicated that it will be significantly cutting council funding.

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everyone to please take a few minutes to respond to the consultation and so help us put to the best use possible whatever level of funding we receive.”

The consultation is available online at www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/ planningourfuture. Printed copies are in libraries and customer service points or call 01546 604171.

The council launched a consultation inviting views on what matters most about the role and services of the council, on making savings and on the council and communities working together. Residents still have a few days to respond. It runs until 9 January 2017 Councillor Walsh said: “These are the toughest of times for councils and ultimately for our communities.

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Park revival begins this month

ARTIST IMPRESSION: A new pavilion will be part of the revival of Hermitage Park

The long awaited refurbishment of Hermitage Park is due to start this month and residents are being offered a tour to help them understand the first phase.

One of the first tasks will be the felling of diseased and overgrown trees within the park. Following on from a detailed arboricultural survey some 60 to 80 trees have been identified as at the end of their lives or diseased.

Fiona Baker Chair of the Friends of Hermitage Park said: “While it will be sad to see so many mature trees removed the good news is

that many more new trees will be planted than will be removed and these will grace the park for another hundred years.�

Hermitage Park Manager Melissa Simpson, in conjunction with the Friends of Hermitage Park, have organised a walking tour of the Park on Saturday 7 January to give an overview of the tree felling operations pointing out

which trees will be felled and explaining why it is necessary.

Fiona adds: “The Friends and Melissa know that this first phase of works will be quite shocking to many but it is sadly necessary.

They are keen to provide as much information as possible to local residents and reassurance about the reasons for the work and explain the new tree planting proposals.�

The renovation of the Park will be completed by June 2018.

Following extensive consultation with the community the rejuvenated park will include a new pavilion, a fountain plaza on the site of the old mill pond, extensive restoration works to the war memorial, new paths and lighting throughout the park, interpretation panels, a new children’s play area and a demonstration kitchen garden.

The Community Advertiser will be bringing our readers regular updates on the project as it progresses.

Meet at the Sinclair Street entrance to the Park at 2pm on Saturday 7 January for the Tree Tour.

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KEEPING FIT: Scientists have suggested a simple walk leads to various health benefits

New Year fitness is as easy as putting one foot in front of the other, scientists tell us. Even a vigorous 20 minute walk on the way to work every day works wonders.

A European Society of Cardiology study showed that those who engaged in daily moderate exercise, such as a brisk walk even experienced anti-aging benefits.

Certainly this activity will melt away the pounds, tone your flabby bits and leave you on an emotional high. And it does not require gym membership or a

personal trainer.

Combine it with a calorie count.

The Scottish Public Health Observatory revealed that Scotland is the second-fattest nation in the developed world, with only the United States having higher obesity levels.

One top sports scientist calculated that, based just on

Fitness experts tell us that if you've been sedentary for years, a walk around the block once a day may equal success. Good fitness is gradual, measured improvement.

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They advise that If something doesn't feel right, don't force it.

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With this approach, short-term setbacks won't cause long-term failure and it's never too late to start again. Experts add that a complete fitness programme should incorporate fitness, nutrition and education for optimum results.

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Walk in a winter wonderland height, it's well worth while savouring the extensive views stretching out before us, when the quality of the landscape in which Helensburgh is set can be seen to great effect.”

WINTER WALKS: There are many great local routes with fantastic scenery on offer

There are few better ways to feel fresher and fitter than getting out for a country walk. Thanks to the great work done by volunteers many new tracks and trails have been opened.

One place to seek inspiration is on the Three Lochs Way website where you’ll find a helpful blog

by Alistair McIntyre a member of Helensburgh and District Access Trust.

across the Firth of Clyde then the route makes a right-angled turn to the right, taking walkers on to the Highlandman's Road, an historic route leading over the moors to Glen Fruin.

He describes three walks including one from the Helensburgh Upland Way footpath starting at the car park near Hill House. The woodlands soon open up giving views south

A great deal of improvement work has recently been carried out on the track, thanks to the efforts of Helensburgh and District Access Trust.

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A gentle descent brings walkers down to the public road through Glen Fruin and on to Garelochhead. These hills offer high quality walking. “I look upon them as old friends - but friends to be treated with respect at all times, especially in winter.” says Alistair.

He adds: “Approaching the summit of the road, we pass the cairn commemorating the Battle of 1603, when around 140 people lost their lives, some of whom doubtless lived nearby. Remains of large numbers of their summer dwellings or 'shielings' can still be seen by the headwaters of surrounding streams.”

A guidebook is available online from Helensburgh and District Access Trust at www. threelochsway.com in addition to useful information about the walk, including smartphone apps for the route.

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Race Director of the Helensburgh 10k, Kevin Johnson paid tribute to the loyalty and professionalism of Polaroid and in particular Paul Sheerin, the longtime Chair of the organising committee.

The Polaroid Series was one of the longest and most successful sponsorships in grassroots sport in the UK and one in which the three local athletics clubs Helensburgh, Dumbarton and Clydesdale are rightly proud.

The new organising team shortly hope to announce the title sponsor but have already secured significant support from running retailer, Start Fitness and footwear and apparel brand More Mile. It is expected that AG Barr's Strathmore Water will be keeping the runners hydrated and refreshed once again.

Two existing races remain and one new event will be announced shortly. The dates are:

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Like its' predecessor, it is intended that the new series appeals to Olympic athletes, such as past winners Derek Hawkins and Tsegay Tewelde and recreational and social runners alike. Whether a serious runner or simply looking to complete the distance you are equally welcome. Each race is expected to attract around a thousand runners. All finishers will receive a medal unique to each event, together with a goody bag. There will be ÂŁ3,000 worth of Start Fitness vouchers for category and team winners and all series entrants will receive a high quality More Mile

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Rhu and Shandon Community Council has welcomed plans to renovate one of Rhu’s most prominent buildings which residents complain has become an eyesore.

Writing in support of the planning application the council stated: “For some time Rhu and Shandon Community Council has been concerned about the dilapidated state of the properties at 1-6 Rhu House, Gareloch Road, Rhu which occupy such a prominent position in the Conservation Area of the village.

“We therefore welcome these proposals to carry out exterior repainting and replacement of windows, and support the approval of these applications.”

Planning permission for proposals to carry out refurbishment of the roofs and dormers has already been granted.

The community council suggests that any constraints with respect

to appropriate materials or methodologies, requested by specialists from Historic Scotland or other agencies, be specified as a condition of approval.

Residents had been expressing concern about the state of the buildings, which feature prominently on postcards of the conservation village, for some time. The renovation plans followed a sale to a new owner.

There is still concern in the village about the state of the shop adjoining the post office, which after a short period of use as a mini-supermarket now lies empty apart from a window full of peeling posters.

Persimmon consult on Dobbie plan Community Councillors have been invited to a consultation event at the Ardencaple Hotel between 1pm and 7pm, on Thursdsay 16th March.

Persimmon homes are proposing to build 95 dwellings on the old Dobbies site and the maturing woodland adjacent to Dobbies and to Duchess Wood.

They are holding a pre-planning application consultation on 16 March at the hotel.

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New book honours Great Scots Dr Krishna Goel, as a distinguished consultant paediatrician at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children and a founder director of CHAS, can justly be called a Great Scot himself.

But modestly the now-retired Helensburgh resident has not included himself in his latest book: ”Some Great Scots.” which has just been published. Dr Goel, who emigrated to Scotland in 1965 has written a fascinating illustrated compendium of distinguished Scots from the 18th century to the present day. All the proceeds are being donated to CHAS ( The Children's Hospice Association Scotland) As First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says in the introduction: “ Nowhere is the spirit of Scotland more evident than in its people.

Dr Goel’s book is a valuable addition to our understanding of how our country has helped shape the modern world.”

produced an amazing number of outstanding men and women.

By their inventions, writings and discoveries they changed the world for the better.”

His definition of a Scot is mainly someone born here , but rightly includes people born outside the country, who spent a significant time living here.

To open the book at any page is to marvel that such a small country has produced so many distinguished artists, scientists, inventors, writers, doctors, poets and explorers.

And he also includes among his Great Scots people who have raised the spirits of the nation with their achievements in sport, art and entertainment.

Priced at just £10, this book will not only help Scots to name far more than a dozen of their famous compatriots, it will help newcomers understand the great heritage of the country they have chosen to live in.

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Bin cuts led to recycle boost The introduction of the new refuse and recycling collection service has led to an increase in recycling in several areas according to the council.

Argyll and Bute Council introduced a new refuse and recycling service keeping recycling services as they are but moving to a three-weekly schedule for general waste (green) bins.

Councillor Ellen Morton, Policy Lead for Roads and Amenity Services, said: “Like all councils we have to change the way we do things because of drastically reduced funding, with £10 million of savings this year alone. At the same time we have to reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfill because we pay over £80 in tax for every tonne.

“In Helensburgh and Lomond we are seeing a huge rise in the use of the food and glass waste bins, as well as a slight increase in the use of blue bins.

“By taking advantage of the recycling options available people can save space in their green bin, save money for council services and save money for themselves.

By throwing away less food people could save hundreds of pounds each year; money which is better in their pocket than in the bin.”

The council is asking people to clearly label their bins so that the waste team can track and monitor waste collections and identify where improvements can be made. If people could clearly mark their bins with their house name or number within two months of the new waste collections starting it would be very helpful.

applications have been received for additional green bins.

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Wednesday 25th Burns Night Supper Commodore Hotel 6-30-7pm, Tickets £22.

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Thursday 26th Helensburgh and District Beekeepers Association Rhu Parish Church Hall 7:15pm, AGM, followed by guest speaker, Michelle Berry, Development Officer, Scottish Beekeepers Association.

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Post offers What's Up Doc? “fulfilment and fun� with Dr Nick Dunn Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO is looking to develop its culture of volunteering. The charity is seeking a volunteer coordinator to work with their existing volunteers.

Sharon Richardson from the organisation said: “Volunteers are a vital part of assisting the organisation to provide a service to unpaid carers within the Helensburgh & Lomond area. “The coordinator will work with Team leaders and existing volunteers. It is an unpaid position and the person will gain personal development, update their existing skill set, training, fulfilment and fun.�

She adds that the co-ordinator needs to have a passion to work within the community, and be committed, motivated and flexible.

Helensburgh & Lomond Carers SCIO say: “Volunteers play an important role in helping the Charity achieve its operational objectives and are highly valued by the organisation.

The Management Committee encourages carers, former carers and those who simply wish to help the Charity, to apply to be registered as a volunteer and, if selected, will ensure they have access to the appropriate support and the opportunities to develop their interest and skills. “ Contact Sharon Richardson at Sharon@helensburgh-carersupport.org

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Lomond School Principal, Johanna Urquhart, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Scholarship Programme for 2017/2018. provides many opportunities for young people to explore their interests and talents further. Lomond School pupils enjoy a very wide variety of extra-curricular clubs and sports including hill running; Duke Like all young people attending of Edinburgh’s Award; TED Ed; Lomond School, Lomond Scholars Engineering; orchestra and will benefit from the excellent various musical arrangement systems in place which help groups; rugby; hockey; archery pupils to achieve their very and much much more. They best. The continuous support, also have access to life changing encouragement and guidance experiences such as the recent provided by the school's dedicated trip trekking in Morocco and the teachers and staff team ensures forthcoming trip to Tanzania that pupils excelling in their where pupils will work with academic studies are nurtured Moving Mountains Trust to throughout their time at school. develop and improve educational facilities and infrastructure in the Beyond the classroom, Lomond Academic Scholarships will be awarded to pupils on the basis of competitive examinations which will be carried out in late January 2017 and applications must be made on or before 20/1/2017.

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Principal Johanna Urquhart comments: “Beyond the help and support our teachers and staff provide, the school itself has a very welcome environment where young people support each other and celebrate each other’s achievements. In many ways this is the backbone of much of our pupils’ success, at a time in their lives when peer acceptance and acknowledgement is so important, the family feel Lomond School has is genuine and pupils really want to see each other succeed. ” Lomond Scholars will also benefit from the close relationship the school has with its Former Pupils through the Lomond School Association. For example: "Olympic sailor Charlotte Dobson and sailing champions, Anna

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Information, advice and support for anyone who has been affected by dementia. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday’s from 10am-2pm. 23-25 West Princes Street, Helensburgh. Tel: 01436 678050

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Cardross Mother and Toddler Group Cardross Church Hall 10-11:30am, Come join us for coffee and a chat while the wee ones play! For more information email cardrossmotherandtoddlers@gmail. com or call 07717 238979 (runs every Wednesday)

Sunday 1st Loch Lomond Water Ski Club's Annual Sponsored Fancy Dress Water Ski Event Cameron House Marina 1pm, The brave souls of Loch Lomond Water Ski Club once again take to the waters to raise funds for charity. Call 01436 860632 or email j.henderson555@btinternet.com

Saturday 31st Helensburgh’s 23rd Hogmanay Ceilidh Victoria Halls, Sinclair St, Helensburgh 8pm, Great way to welcome the New Year - Voicebox Ceilidh Band, bar and buffet, friendly atmosphere and Helensburgh Clan Colquhoun Pipeband at midnight. Run by Helensburgh & District Access Trust and raises funds for local paths. Tickets sell fast - £40, Children under 12 £25.

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RNLI New Year Swim RNLI Slipway, Rhu Marina, Helensburgh 12noon, Start the year with a splash! Free entry. You must complete a disclaimer so arrive early. Hot drinks by the RNLI Fundraisers. Parents must be satisfied their child can complete the swim. For more information call us on 01436 670172 or emailk. shipman@btopenworld.com Book now for the Cardross Tennis Club Spring Refresh We will be holding the Spring Refresh on Saturday 25th February at 1pm in the Cardross Church Halls and tables are now available to book by contacting cardrosstennisclub@gmail.com or by calling 01389 841827.

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Monday 2nd Shortbread Run Balloch Country Park 10:30am, Here's a smart resolution for the coming year: Start it off on a healthy footing at Balloch’s New Year's Shortbread 2 Mile Walk, Jog or Run. It’s your chance to take part in your first event of 2017. The 2 Mile course route follows the pathways around the park which starts at the main gates of the park, before taking in the stunning images of Balloch Castle, the Walled Garden and of course the beautiful backdrop of the hills, before returning back to the main gates of the park at Balloch Road. mauricedonohue@btinternet.com

Wednesday 4th Cove & Kilcreggan S.W.I. Cove Burgh Hall 2pm, We are looking forward to our first meeting of the year when Abi Pirani will be giving a class on puppet making.

Competitions: 3 oven scones / A knitted hat. All welcome. 01436 842465 or joanbeilby@hotmail.co.uk

Garelochhead Dog Training Gibson Hall, Garelochhead 7pm, Puppy Socialisation; 7:30pm, Puppy Obedience; 8:30pm, Advanced Obedience. Puppies accepted as soon as vaccinations are complete - no waiting list. For any more information call 01436 831950 or email jaycamcollies@yahoo.com (runs every Wednesday)

Thursday 5th B.A.S.I.C and Corner House Crèche - Junior Choir Sessions 13 East King Street, Helensburgh 3.30-4.30pm, P1-P3 and 4.305.30pm, P4+. £2. All welcome.

For further information call 01436 679666 or email development@basicchildcare.co.uk (Runs every Thursday evening) Infant Feeding Support Helensburgh Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 11am-12 noon, We provide tea and coffee and there is a qualified NHS-trained peer that attends each meeting. A chance for breast feeding mums to get help, support or just a cuppa. We meet every week even during holidays.

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Victoria Bridge Club Victoria Halls 1pm, New members always welcome. Partners required but we may be able to match up people if needed. Why not come Baby and Toddler Group and give it a go! For further Helensburgh Parish Church Hall information ring Nina Park on 10-11:30am, Lots of toys, drinks 01436 672099 or Margaret and snacks provided. All welcome. Shaw on 01436 672155 07912 284396. (runs every Thursday (runs every Wednesday) afternoon)

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Millig SWI Brownie Hall, John Street, Helensburgh 7:30pm, Helen Rodger will be teaching an "Easy Ceilidh Dancing" Class. All welcome, even to watch and listen to the music. Competitions (voluntary) a knitted hat and / or 3 Fingers Shortbread. 07930156225 or helencrodger@yahoo.co.uk

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Helensburgh & District Royal British Legion Scotland Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 7:30pm, For more information contact Irene 01436 679701. (runs 1st Friday of every month) Cove & Kilcreggan Youth Cafe 6:30-8:30pm, To keep up to date with what's going on at the Youth Cafe see our Facebook page 'Cove and Kilcreggan Youth Cafe' (runs Monday & Friday)

Grey Matters Brownie Hall, John Street 10:30am, a great way to find out what’s going on locally and to meet new friends. Regular day trips and activities also organised.

Call 01436 671613, or email alison@argyllvoluntaryaction.org.uk (runs every Saturday)

Sunday 8th Buddhist Meditation 15 Charlotte Street, Helensburgh (formerly Park Church) 7-8:30pm, Open house meditation for all. Join us in learning how to relax your body and heal your mind. No need to book, no cost to attend only £1 suggested donation. 01436 676024 (Patty) (runs Tue 7-8:30pm & Sun 4-5:30pm)

Monday 9th Tai Chi Class Cove Burgh Hall 1-2pm, Professor Cheng Manch'ing 37 Step Simplified Yang Style Form. First class free, donation thereafter. Class runs every Monday. For more info call 07999757861 between 10-11pm, or visit www.9wavestaichi.org (runs every Monday)

Saturday 7th Helensburgh And West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.30am SAT 7: Circuit of Overton Muir and Carman Hill from Balloch / SUN 15: Ardgowan and Leapmoor from Lunderston Bay / SUN 22: Kilpatrick Hills Circular / SAT 28: Bowling to Balloch (train fare Balloch to Bowling required). No dogs. Call 01389 731953 or visit www. hwdramblers.me.uk

Rotary Club of Helensburgh Garelochside Rosslea Hall Hotel 6:30pm, Always stimulating and friendly! Visitors cordially invited.

01436 820352 (runs every Monday) Art Class Commodore Hotel, Helensburgh 2-4pm, Small class for beginners.

Hugh Scott 01436 675741 (Runs every Monday) Helensburgh CND Meeting Clyde Bar, West Clyde Street 7.30pm, This is a change from the normal first Monday in the month but Monday 2nd January is a bank holiday. All welcome!

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The Cove & Kilcreggan Literary Society Cove Burgh Hall 8pm, MON 9: Local archaeologist Tam Ward will give a talk on “The North Clyde Archaeological Society “/ MON 16: Derek Hall will talk on “The Life and Philosophy of Robert Owen.” 18th century social reformer and founder of the Co-Operative Society / MON 23: Curator of the Royal Botanic Garden’s Benmore, an illustrated talk on “The Benmore Garden” / MON 30: To be confirmed

Dance Scottish Helensburgh Parish Church Hall 8pm, We meet each Monday for Scottish Dance with good music, fun and chat. Excellent exercise in a friendly environment.

Come along and try. No partner required, only soft shoes and a smile. Contact the teacher, Roy Bain roy.bain@btinternet.com or phone 07768 405120 for info.

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JANUARY 2017 - What's On Helensburgh Canoe Club Helensburgh Pool 7.30-10pm, Helensburgh Pool for 10 weeks. Basic Skills Canoe Course. Contact Geoff, riddington89@hotmail.com, if interested. Pool also reopens for club members for practice.

Calendar of events Fun First Sessions Various Locations MON: 9:45am, Helensburgh Library, Funtime (0-5yrs) / TUE: 1:45pm, Cardross Library, Funtime Session (0-5yrs) / TUE: 9:45am, Colgrain Community House, Funtime Session (0-5yrs) / WED: 10am, Victoria Halls, Fitness (18 months-3yrs) & 1.30pm (3-5yrs) / THU: 9:45am, Victoria Halls, Funtime (0-5yrs) / THU: 1:45pm, Churchill Square, Funtime (05yrs) / THU: 4pm, Victoria Halls, Funtime (5-8yrs) / FRI: 9:45am, Centre 81, Funtime (0-5yrs) / FRI: 1:45pm, Helensburgh Library, Funtime (0-5yrs). Visit www.funfirst. org.uk or email mail@funfirst.org.uk

Tuesday 10th Helensburgh Rotary Club Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club, Rhu 1pm, Weekly Lunch for members and rotarians from other clubs.

For more information call 01436 673525 or email weprjones@btinternet.com (Every Tuesday)

Helensburgh Amateur Swimming Club Helensburgh Swimming Pool Coaching programme for competitive swimmers, aged 6+. enquiries@helensburghasc.co.uk (runs TUE 6-7:30pm, FRI 6-7:30pm & SUN 8:30-9:30am) Helensburgh & District Probus Club Royal Northern Yacht Club 10-11:30am, Meet for coffee and a chat. Monthly lunches are held in the Ardencaple Hotel on the 3rd Thursday of the month and during the winter months there is a lecture programme with lectures taking place at the RN&CYC, on the 4th Thursday of the month at 2.30pm.

01436 678789. (meet every Tuesday) Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute Sling Meet and Library See Facebook for location 9:30am-11:30am, The meet offers demonstrations on how to safely use slings and own, owned carriers. You can also try some and can hire as well. Facebook page has events and details on. www.facebook.com/Helensburghslingmeet (runs 1st Tuesday of the month)

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Helensburgh Photographic Club TUE 10: local print competition, judged by Bob Wark / TUE 17: Digital mono competition, internally judged / TUE 24: Competition with our Australian connections in Woolongong, judged by Gordon McMann / TUE 31: Event - Dingwall portfolio presentation. New members are always welcome! helensburgh-photo. co.uk and also Facebook:Â Helensburgh Photographic Club Dorian Choir United Reformed Church Hall 7pm, Helensburgh Dorian Choir begins its new session. Welcome back and Happy New Year to all members. A particular welcome for any new members. If you like singing, or would like to give it a try, why not come along?

For more information email dorianchoir@btinternet.com or call 01389 941387

Helensburgh Flower Club Meeting Victoria Halls, Helensburgh 2pm, This is our "Hands On" meeting led by Sandra Munro and Marilyn Bevan and we welcome all members and any guests to come along and pick up invaluable instruction on flower arranging.

For further information on floral requirements please phone Margaret Gray at 01436 676237

Wednesday 11th Helensburgh & Gareloch Horticultural Society Victoria Hall, Sinclair Street, Helensburgh 7:30pm, Joanna Gough will give us a talk on making the most of fruit in the garden suitable for growing in this area. 01389 841 292 or aballance@btinternet.com Helensburgh & District Chest, Heart & Stroke Club Unless otherwise indicated all meetings are held in the Jubilee Room of the Victoria Halls from 10.00am-12 noon WED 11: Coffee and Catch Up / WED 18: Bring & Buy Sale / WED 25: Burns Celebration. Enquiries to Jean 01436 674966.

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What's On - JANUARY 2017 Helensburgh Boys' Brigade Meetings Resume Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 6pm, Helensburgh Boys' Brigade resume their regular Wednesday evening meetings in Helensburgh Parish Church Halls. 07810 801115 or iain@talmans1.wanadoo. co.uk

Wednesday 18th RSPB Local Group Indoor Meeting The Guide Hall, John Street, Helensburgh 7:30pm, Birds in the Marine Environment - a talk by Paul Walton RSPB on the state of sea birds round the coast of Scotland. laighfield@gmail.com or 01436 821178

Thursday 12th Thursday Café Bethesda Christian Fellowship 2:30-4pm, In addition to an array of teas, coffees and bakes on offer, there is also a play area for toddlers and a craft area for older children. For more information, contact Gordon Weir, pastor at BCF, on 07581570090 or church community worker Fiona Weir on 07854262255. Further information about BFC is available at www.bethesdachristianfellowship.org. uk. (also runs Thursday 19th and 26th)

Cove & Kilcreggan Film Society Cove Burgh Hall The Martian (2016): An astronaut is stranded on Mars, after his crew has assumed he died in a fierce storm. He must figure out a way to contact Earth to tell them he’s still alive. Sci fi / drama based on the best-selling novel and directed by Ridley Scott.

Saturday 14th Helensburgh Music Society Piano Recital by Bernard d'Ascoli. Bernard d'Ascoli's performance will include ballades by Liszt and Chopin, a Prelude Chorale and Fugue

by César Franck, Valses Nobles et Sentimentales

by Ravel and L'Isle Joyeuse

by Debussy. An exciting programme which will demonstrate d'Ascoli's amazing virtuosity and technical skills as well as the expressive and poetic depth of his playing.

His interpretation and performance of French music is internationally acclaimed.

Friday 20th Helensburgh Writing Circle Rhu & Shandon Community Hall, Hall Road, Rhu 2pm, We are a friendly group who enjoy meeting to share our writing. If you would like to join us you would be very welcome.

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Golden Time Café Bethesda Christian Fellowship 10.30am-12pm, This café offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a cuppa whilst being entertained by live musical entertainment and readings and runs on the third Wednesday of every month. For more information, contact Gordon Weir, pastor at BCF, on 07581570090 or church community worker Fiona Weir on 07854262255. Further info at www.bethesdachristianfellowship.org.uk.

Thursday 19th Luss SWI Luss Village Hall 7:30pm, Opening meeting of 2017 will be a practical evening with soap maker Claire Ross.

New members and visitors very welcome.Contact Anne Lennox for more information. anne@ farmstay-lochlomond.co.uk or 01389 850231

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Thursday 26th Cove & Kilcreggan Film Society Cove Burgh Hall Mustang (2016): Five young orphaned Turkish sisters, living with their granny in their religiously restricted community, are seen talking with some boys to the chagrin of the girls’ guardians, but the girls find clever ways to subvert their constraints.

Helensburgh Community Council Meeting Victoria Halls 7pm, Monthly meeting, open to the public - you are very welcome to attend. For more information and agenda please visit www. helensburghcommunitycouncil. co.uk or send an email to convener@ helensburghcommunitycouncil.co.uk

Amenity Society Coffee Morning Cove Burgh Hall 10am-12noon, Coffee/tea, home baking served. Raffle & bring & buy stall. Also Becky with crafts and organic produce. coates11@ btinternet.com or 01436 842841 Helensburgh Writing Circle Rhu & Shandon Community Hall 2pm, We are a friendly group who enjoy meeting to share our writing. If you would like to join us you would be very welcome.

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Saturday 28th Carnival At Cove Cove Burgh Hall 8pm, A carnival-themed concert by the Peninsula Choir supported by professional instrumentalists and singers. Doors 7:30pm and tickets which include a glass of rum punch cost £10 at the door or £9 in advance at Kilcreggan PO or tel 07766006588.

Fun First Fundraiser Helensburgh Parish Church 1-3pm, Chinese New Year Party.

We are hoping to have many FUN activities; children's art and craft stalls, face painting, homemaking and many more stalls. funfirst.org.uk/

Saturday 28th Messy Church United Reformed Church West Princes St Helensburgh 10:30am-12noon, Craft and stories for children 0-11yrs, parents and carers.

The theme this month is Feeding the Five Thousand.

This year we will be reading Bible stories containing children. All children must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them. Register on the day, admission free. Includes hot meal. Email reclyffe_lambert@ yahoo.co.uk or call 01436 679565

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Helensburgh Astronomical Society Royal Northern Yacht Club, Rhu 7:30pm, Mr. Martin Black will give a talk on “HARPS-N”.

HARPS-N is an exoplanet hunting spectrograph which has been running in La Palma for about 4 years with the intent of characterizing and discovering terrestrial planets that orbit stars other than our sun. Mr. Black is an optical engineer at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre at the Royal Observatory in Edinburgh and a former member of the society. The society exists to provide a local forum for those interested in astronomy, and new members / visitors aged 18 or over are most welcome.

A nominal charge of £5 applies to nonmembers. Visit the website at www.hel-astro-soc. org.uk where more info on the society and the winter programme can be found.

Helensburgh Boys' Brigade Burns Night Helensburgh Parish Church Halls 6:30pm, Traditional Burns Supper - meal, speeches and entertainment. Tickets £4.00 available from members or the Church office. For more information call 07810 801115 or email iain@talmans1.wanadoo.co.uk

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Games seek helpers Planning is now underway for the Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games. The date has been fixed for Saturday the 3rd of June.

Organisers say they hope that local businesses will help to contribute towards the overall costs by sponsoring some of the professional heavyweight and track events Sephton MacQuire, Chairman said: “ We have again been selected to host the British 90m and Scottish 200m races as well as the Scottish 28lb Hammer in the Heavyweight events.

“Local schools and clubs are again invited to enter teams into the various running events as in previous years. These have proved to be very popular entertainment for our visitors especially the parents of the children.

There will be lots of children's entertainment and stalls to buy from.”

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New role for council offices A Historic building in Helensburgh is to be turned into a restaurant, bar, deli and flats.

wish to have stall space will be advised to book early in the new year. The website : www. helensburghandlomondgames. co.uk will be updated in the coming month.

Sephton adds: “ We are looking for a number of people with a genuine interest in Highland Games with such skills as minute takers/secretarial, fundraising and athletic experience as well as general event planning to consider joining us. Young people with ideas will be welcomed.”

Contact: Sephton MacQuire: 07739049176

Glasgow-based Peckhams have been given the go-ahead by council planners. The chain’s proposals include function suites, six flats and outdoor seating areas at the B-listed former council offices on Sinclair Street, which were put on the market last year for £220,000 by Argyll and Bute Council.

Peckhams commented:” We are looking forward to being part of the town and community and appreciated the approach and efficiency of the planning department.”

The plans were approved by Argyll and Bute Council officials under delegated powers.

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A new shop has opened in the town and is looking for more local suppliers of Art & Craft goods to fill their shelves. @Helensburgh opened on the 10th December and have already sourced some amazing local goods including a range of handmade Harris tweed gifts from hip flasks to hot water bottles, handcrafted jewellery and clothing. The rest of their shelves are brimming with other goods from locally shot photos designed into stunning canvasses to candles, whisky glasses, tea cups and much more. They also supply local information for tourists such as maps and books. Drop in for a look at 68 West Clyde Street you won’t be disappointed

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CLYDEBUILT Town is all singing and dancing SUCCESS The choral workshop will be UK Open Mike and Singer/Songwriter Regional Finals Scotland was held in Airdrie Town Hall in October 2016.

SING & DANCE: Two great winter events will be taking place throughout January

Two events in the winter calendar are set to get people’s toes tapping and singing fit to bust.

The first invitation comes from the Helensburgh Oratorio Choir.

The choir regularly delights audiences with performances of choral works of the highest quality with professional orchestras and soloists. But this gig is for everyone.

“We invite everyone to blow away those January blues, and come along to the Big Saturday Sing,” says Alicia Tindal, Chairman of the choir . “We are very excited to be hosting this event, in aid

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Customer priority and satisfaction is our number one goal and we will never leave you in distress or in danger.

Our company director Paul starting sailing nearly 30 years ago and has gained massive amounts of experience through the years.

We also offer a recovery service membership to all boaters registered on Loch Lomond. By taking out our yearly membership there is no call out charges or fees, you pay a one of fee for the year and it covers you in a 24/7 towing service to a safe haven.

We operate a 24/7 callout service covering the whole of Loch Lomond. We have a variety of specailized boats to assist in any job required, all with large powerful engines to get to you in the quickest time possible.

Meanwhile Helen Rodger contacted us to let you know that Scottish Country Dancing and Easy Ceilidh Dancing classes will resume on Thursday, 12th January, 2017 at 8.00pm in the Guide hall, John Street, Helensburgh. All welcome.

Childrens classes in Scottish Country Dancing and Easy Ceilidh Dancing will resume on Tuesday, 10th January, 2017 , age from 5+ at 3.45pm in the Guide Hall, John Street and from age 9+ on Wednesday, 11th January, 2017 at 4.15pm.

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“It’s an opportunity for the whole community to come together for a relaxed and uplifting day of singing some of the world’s favorite choruses, to include Handel’s Zadok the Priest, Verdi’s Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves (from Nabucco), Bizet’s Habanera (from Carmen), and choruses by Mozart and Purcell.”

There will be a closing concert at 5pm, which will also feature solos from former Scottish Opera Emerging Artists. Free admission, with a retiring collection in aid of Alzheimer Scotland.

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Out of 152 acts from all over Scotland Cardross duo Ronnie and Fiona Collins as Clydebuilt won the regional final best original song and progress to the UK Final to be held next month in London.

The winning song, ‘Miles Between Us’, can be heard on YouTube, UK Open Mic Ronnie Collins. Ronnie and Fiona would be very grateful if you could hit the site. Ronnie has written over 160 songs and two of their CDs can be heard on Reverbnation, contact 07944963966.

on Saturday 21 January at Helensburgh Parish Church and costs £12 adults, £5 full-time students and senior school pupils, to include lunch and music hire.

The day will be led by Jonathon Swinard, of Scottish Opera, the new Director of the Helensburgh Oratorio Choir. Book in advance through www.hoc.uk.net.

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JANUARY 2017 - Night Life

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Want a wide range of entertainment to suit your mood and taste?

Look no further than the Community Advertiser’s guide. Whether testing the old grey matter at a quiz, tickling your tonsils at karaoke or hitting the dance floor, we have the list to inspire you.

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Cardross The Coach House Inn

Main Rd, 01389 841358 l THU: Quiz Night l SAT: Live Music l Fresh food served daily l Live sports on big screen TVs l Available for Private dining l Now under new management

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Gibson Hall Community Centre

Arrochar Turnpike Rd, 01301 702 347 l Contact bar for entertainment details

WINDOW CLEANING

Rosslyn Building, 01436 810 404 l SAT 6: Hot Ratz l FRI 26: Steak Night l SAT 27: The Cooper

Ashton

74 West Princes St, 01436 675900 l Live bands throughout the month l Live sport l Contact for further details

The Argyll Bar

67 East Clyde St, 01436 673847 l MON: Quiz Night l WED: Poker Night l THU: Bingo Night l FRI: Karaoke l SAT: Djs l Live Sky Sports & BT Sports l Live Music

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Night Life - JANUARY 2017 Clyde Bar

62 West Clyde St, 01436 673257 l TUE: Poker Night l FRI & SAT: DJ from 11pm-2am l Lookout for live bands & Open Mic Nights

Commodore Hotel 112 West Clyde St, 01436 676924 l WED & SUN: Movie Night from 7pm

The Logie Baird 8 James Street, 01436 677766 l Contact for entertainment details

Kilcreggan The Creggans

Princes Terrace, Shore Road, 01436 842700 l Live Bands Throughout the Month

The Kilcreggan Hotel

Argyll Rd, 01436 842243 l Contact for entertainment details

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Loch Lomond The Inn on Loch Lomond

The Henry Bell

19/29 James St, 01436 863060 l Contact for entertainment details

Riverhill Courtyard Bar and Restaurant

26 West Princes Street, 01436 676730 l Contact for entertainment details

The Riverbank Bar & Restaurant 41 West Clyde St, 01436 674252 l WED: Prize Quiz Night with Adam lTHU: Steak Night l FRI & SAT: Live DJs playing requests l Food served daily, 12-9pm

The Royal Bar

Luss, 01436 860430 l SUN 1: On the Wagon l FRI 6: Paul Murdoch l SAT 7: Robert Carmichael l FRI 13: Scott MacDonald l SAT 14: Robert Carmichael l FRI 20: On The Wagon l SAT 21: Burns / Joe Quinn l FRI 27: Damien Swail l SAT 28: Tim McMahon

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Rhu The Ardencaple Hotel Shore Rd, 01436 820200 l Live Sky Sports

The Rhu Inn

8 West Clyde St, 01436 675033 l THU: Bingo Night l FRI: Karaoke l SAT: Disco l Glasgow Warriors Games Live l Free Music All Day l All Live Premiership & SPL Games l Sky Sports & BT Sports

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The Rosslea

Ferry Rd, 01436 439955 l Contact for entertainment details

Rosneath Castle Isle

Rosneath Castle Park, 01436 831 333 l Contact for entertainment details

Station Bar

24 East Princes St, 01436 673273 l Live Sky Sports and ESPN l Pool & Darts Competitions

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LOCAL SUCCESS Congratulations to former Hermitage Academy pupil Julie Crawford on graduating with a 2:1 BA Hons in Contemporary Art Practice from UWS. Julie will now be focusing more on her music career as the artist Monkoora.

De-clutter to help OUT charities Year sales.”

“If they have any good quality items that they no longer wear or use, we’d really appreciate it if they could come along and drop it into us.

DE-CLUTTER: Having a clear out of unwanted clothes is a great way to start the year

The New Year is a great time to look around the house and have a really good clear out. If your bedroom looks anything like our picture it’s time to start.

De-cluttering is not only a great way to tidy - it can be positively therapeutic. There are a surprising number of websites dedicated to the art.

Obvious beneficiaries are our local charity shops. They support good causes and the recycling/ reuse of items which might otherwise go to landfill.

With that in mind the charity

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shops are suggesting that it might be a good idea to have a postChristmas clear out to help fund what is often life saving work.

Volunteers have told us : “We’re sure lots of people are thinking it would be great to clear some space in their wardrobes especially if they’ve treated themselves to new season winter wear or plan to hit the New

To advertise, call Charlotte or Debbie now on 01436 672424

“Taking time to de-clutter is a sure way to feel fabulous at the start of any season, especially if you know that you’re making a donation to a worthwhile cause.

There is also the bonus that one person’s cast off is another person’s bargain buy.”

The children will have had lots of new toys for Christmas and outgrown or grown tired of older ones. Toys and things like buggies are particularly welcome at the Life Charity shop on East King Street. Other shops welcome donations including furniture, men’s, women’s and children’s warm winter clothing, as well as accessories, including shoes, belts, handbags and jewellery, records and books.

Charity shops in the town support among other things The Salvation Army, Shelter, Cancer Research, British Heart Foundation, DEBRA and Oxfam.

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Stuart Mainland (Editor), Iain McEwan (Publisher), Fraser Thompson (Head of Design & Production), Debbie Mainland (Head of Sales), Stuart Scott (Graphic Designer), Stuart 'Rupert' Brodie (Production), Charlotte Gibson (Sales), Martin Williams (Sales), Caroline Scobie (Sales), Nick Cowie (Editorial Editor) Mandy Hughes (Accounts), Aileen Dorrian (proofreader) and the best delivery team in the area.

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It is hereby agreed that: the placing by the Advertising Client of an Advertisement is deemed to be acceptance of these Conditions of Acceptance of Advertising. All advertisements in this publication must not contravene the Standards. Insertion of Advertisements and/or Editorial is strictly at the discretion of the Publisher. The Publisher shall not liable for any loss or damage incurred by the Advertising Client as a result of any failure, negligence or omission by any party in the course of the distribution or circulation of the Publication in which the Advertisement is scheduled to appear.

In the event of any error, misprint or omission by the Publisher in printing of an Advertisement, the Publisher will either re-insert the advertisement, adjust the cost or provide a refund. This does not apply if the Advertisement has been already been approved by the Advertising Client prior to the publication.

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ADVERTISERS INDEX Company Name........................................................Page A & M Timber................................................................ 20 Abbeyfield..................................................................... 26 Admin Design............................................................... 23 Andrea Allan Steele Piano Tuition.............................. 18 Andrews Sister.............................................................. 28 Andy Plasterer . ............................................................ 17 Black & Lizars................................................................ 11 Business Gateway......................................................... 34 Byres Road Big Band..................................................... 23 Cheaper Car Insurance................................................. 20 Chris Bowman Fitness Ltd............................................ 19 Claires Fitness ............................................................... 18 Cleaning company ......................................................... 4 Clydeside Domestics .................................................... 11 CMC Home Improvements............................................. 3 Craigdhu Joinery........................................................... 10 Dalquhurn Shop Ltd..................................................... 16 David Wilson Handyman.............................................. 31 DC Cairney....................................................................... 7 DG Joinery....................................................................... 2 Diamond Domestics........................................................ 7 Domestic Solutions......................................................... 2 Dream Doors................................................................. 25 Drumfork Farm Livery.................................................... 6 E S Fencing...................................................................... 3 EH Noble & Son............................................................. 28 Eyewear in the Square................................................... 1 F Hamilton & Son............................................................ 6 Ferguson Flooring Scotland Ltd................................... 14 Fit For Life..................................................................... 19 FMK Flooring................................................................. 22 Front Cover...................................................................... 1 Fun First......................................................................... 29 Fusebox............................................................................ 6 Gas-Aid.Co.Uk............................................................... 22 Glasford Maintenance . ................................................. 4 Halcyon Hypnotherapy................................................ 10 Helensburgh Aerial Service............................................ 8 Helensburgh Hot Tubs . ............................................... 18 Helensburgh Property Maintenance........................... 11 Help me succeed........................................................... 18 Hong Kong...................................................................... 8 Human Givens Practitioner............................................ 4 I-Electrical ....................................................................... 4 J Brown & Son................................................................. 8 J Henderson................................................................... 17 James & Colin Spy......................................................... 20 James Auld Funeral Directors........................................ 6 Jamie Hamilton Plumbing.............................................. 8 JB Joiners & Builders....................................................... 4 Joans Carers..................................................................... 8 John Dobbin.................................................................... 2 John Kane Funeral Directors........................................ 20 John Macaulay Landscapes.......................................... 14 K Glass & Glazing............................................................ 7

To advertise, call Charlotte or Debbie now on 01436 672424

Kerry Mobile Hairdressers.............................................. 3 Keys Galore..................................................................... 2 Kilcreggan Garage........................................................ 16 KPS Property Services..................................................... 2 Kw Building & Joinery Ltd........................................... 27 LCS Engineering............................................................ 10 Loch Lomond Tree Surgeons........................................ 28 Lomond & Trossachs Fuels............................................ 23 Lomond Marine and Recovery Service........................ 28 Lomond School............................................................. 15 Lomond Sheds............................................................... 30 Lorimer-Hill Landscapes & Tree Surgeon Ltd................ 5 Mac-Mas........................................................................ 17 MBE Contract Services Ltd............................................. 7 Mcgregor Roofing........................................................ 10 Michael Cormack Outdoor Services.............................. 4 Mitchell turf.................................................................. 30 Mobile Recording Services .......................................... 19 Morar Lodge Care Home............................................... 6 Murdoch Gardening Services....................................... 10 Murray Auto Service Ltd.............................................. 14 Night & Day Windows.................................................. 31 Old Mill Chimneys........................................................... 7 Omega First Aid Training............................................... 2 Organic Architects.......................................................... 7 Oven Gleamers Glasgow North..................................... 7 Phoenix Floorcare ......................................................... 9 Powerdoors..................................................................... 1 Preston Fleming.............................................................. 1 Rubber Roofit................................................................. 9 Scottish Historic Building Trust.................................... 30 Scratch 2 Shine.............................................................. 11 SD Garage Doors........................................................... 24 Shrubs.............................................................................. 6 Slimming World............................................................ 20 SMB Property Maintenance........................................... 5 Sovereign Blinds............................................................. 5 Sparkle.....................................................................8 & 31 TM Smith Plastering ...................................................... 3 The Cameron Club........................................................ 32 The Coffee Club....................................................24 & 34 The Kitchen Depot ...................................................... 36 The Tower Digital Arts Centre..................................... 16 Thermaseal...................................................................... 1 Thistle Blinds................................................................. 14 Travel Counsellors......................................................... 12 VIP Nails......................................................................... 18 Waste Away Scotland . ................................................ 33 WCC West Coast Group Ltd........................................... 1 West Dumbartonshire Lesuire..................................... 13 William Jardine Carpets................................................. 9 Windows & Conservatory Repair Company................. 5 Wood Made Good.......................................................... 3 Woodyard/Hubbards.................................................... 25 Your Friday Girl............................................................... 5

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'Seems like

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At The Kitchen Depot, we have always prided ourselves in our family values, on always being prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure that our customers are treated exactly as we would like to be treated ourselves - with courtesy, consideration and professionalism.

But lest we ever become complacent, we actively encourage ongoing feedback - here's what Mr Lee Sanderson has to say:

"The most incredible thing about The Kitchen Depot has been your sky-high levels of customer service. Too often a company will promote customer service as a core value, only to reveal a hollow promise when they don't live up to it."

Mr Sanderson continues: "My favourite retailer is John Lewis because I know that they will do whatever they can to put something right if it goes wrong. The Kitchen Depot has performed to the same high standard."

"To favourably compare a small family business to Britain's most respected retailer is not something that I do lightly but you are well worthy of the comparison."

Well, thanks for that, Mr Sanderson - please excuse us while we blush with pride.

When it comes to looking after our customers, The Kitchen Depot is never knowingly undersold.

The Kitchen depot 14 Meadowbank Street, dumbarton G82 1Sd Tel: 01389 298020 Also at Hillington & East Kilbride

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