Ardgour and Lochside Winter Suppers are continuing through January, February, and March. These free community meals have been a great opportunity to come together over good food and conversation.

The next Winter Supper is on Monday 26th January, from 5 to 8pm at Ardgour Memorial Hall, with food provided by Ardgour Ales, and served at 5.30pm. This is a Burns Supper - expect a piper, and poetry! .

Don't miss out on a Burns Night Supper on Saturday 24th January, at Treslaig Village Hall!

Guests are welcome from 6.30pm for a 7pm start for an evening celebrating the life and work of Robert Burns, with a traditional Burns Night supper and plenty of good company. This is an over 18s event, with a minimum donation of £10 per person, and bring your own alcohol.

Vegetarian options are available. Tickets and dietary requirements can be arranged by emailing treslaighall@gmail.com

A warm, sociable winter evening is promised, perfect for marking Burns Night locally!

A community meeting is taking place on Thursday 22nd January at 7pm at Ardgour Memorial Hall to share the latest update on the Ardgour Housing Project.

Come along to see the emerging proposals for housing at Clovullin, hear from the architects, ask questions, and help shape the next stage of the project.

On Monday 19th January, our next Community Winter Supper takes place at Ardgour Memorial Hall, with food served at 5.30pm.

This supper’s menu is being prepared by NomadCafe, with desserts by Terri McGregor. Expect comforting, flavour-packed dishes including chicken tikka masala with pilau rice, cauliflower saag aloo, naan breads and bhajis, followed by a choice of mango jelly, lemon drizzle cake or mixed berry puff pastry tarts.

Everyone is welcome. Please bring your own takeaway container if required, and if you need help with transport, do get in touch via projectoflicer@agdt.co.uk

Winter Supper, tomorrow at Ardgour Memorial Hall!

Join us tomorrow (Monday 12th) at 5.30pm for a warming Winter Supper using local produce from Conaglen Estate. On the menu you’ll find venison chilli with rice, a vegetable and bean chilli with rice, and a comforting macaroni cheese. Dessert lovers are well catered for too, with sticky toffee pudding, tiramisu, and pavlova on offer.

After supper, settle in for a community quiz with resident quizmaster Kevin!

Please bring a takeaway container if you’d like one, and if you need help with transport just get in touch (projectofficer@agdt.co.uk)

Everyone welcome, hope to see you there.

Our first community supper of the winter is tonight at the Ardgour Inn from 5.30pm. If you know of someone who might need a lift please get in touch and we will try and arrange transport or help out if you can.

Menu details:

• Beef Stew with Mash and Veg or

• Wholetail Breaded Scampi with Chips and Peas

• There will be a limited number of Vegan options which will be Chickpea and Five Bean Curry with Rice.

• Dessert option will be a choice of Lemon Tart or Chocolate Brownie, both served with Vanilla ice cream.

• The brownie and the beef stew are gluten free

More Winter Supper dates below!

☕🍰 Lochside Gatherings at Treslaig Village Hall !

Join Morvern, Ardgour and Strontian - Church of Scotland for tea, coffee, cake, conversation, and informal worship at Treslaig Hall! A warm and welcoming space for all.

Upcoming dates and more details in the poster below.

Carols in Treslaig Hall take place on Monday 22 December at 7pm. Everyone is warmly invited to come along and sing some favourite carols around the Christmas tree, followed by mulled wine, mince pies, tea and shortbread.

A relaxed and welcoming evening to share in the festive spirit with the local community.

Ross Christie, an inspiring outdoor pursuits and language learning leader from Oban will be with us on Sunday 14th December for a bit of a Christmassy Cearcall. And unless we find ourselves in truly unseasonal weather, we'll meet next door to the brewery in the Telford church's meeting room at 3pm.

Our buddy chat will focus on what we like (or don't like!) to do for Christmas, traditions, family must-haves etc etc. And Ross will then be holding a fun bilingual quiz which should be excellent craic! Prizes still to be determined.

And a wee heads-up for your diaries for the next few months as well. Tha roghainn air leth againn de luchd-stiùiridh airson toiseach na bliadhna, mar sin lìonaibh na leabhraichean-là an-dràsta fhèin: 18 Faoilleach - Raonaid Lincoln

15 Gearran  - John MacInnes

15 Màirt - Angus & Alasdair MacKay 

If you have attended a previous Gaelic Conversation Circle, we would love to hear from you! Please complete our quick online feedback form.

Megan & Ingrid Henderson, Iain MacFarlane & Ewan Robertson bring their legendary Christmas tunes, cheer and nonsense to Ardgour Village Hall!

Organised by Watercolour Music, tickets below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bros-ho-ho-hos-tickets-1959592456789

RESCHEDULED TO 8TH DECEMBER

Treslaig’s community Book Club meets this coming Monday evening!

December’s book of the month is Mystery in White by J Jefferson Farjeon.

Monday 8th December, 7pm to 8.30pm, Treslaig Village Hall

For more details, contact Isla on 07437 615 061.

More upcoming dates below:

Book lovers are invited to join the Lochside Reading Group at Treslaig Hall on the first Monday of each month, 7–8.30pm.

Enjoy a relaxed discussion on the monthly book choice, good company, and light refreshments, all for £5.

Upcoming books include Mystery in White by J. Jefferson Farjeon (1st Dec).

For more information contact Isla on 07437 615 061.

Sound Bath at The Old Barn Yoga Studio

Join Claire from White Lotus Complementary Therapies for a soothing Sound Bath on Saturday 30th November, 7–8.30pm at The Old Barn Yoga Studio, Clovullin, Ardgour.

A peaceful retreat from the demands of daily life, come and immerse yourself in the healing power of sound.

Find out more at www.whitelotuscomplementarytherapies.co.uk.

The Craft and Book Clubs are hosting a festive Coffee Morning at Treslaig Village Hall!

Running from 11.30am to 2pm on Sat 22nd November, the event will feature Christmas treats, a craft stall with baking, jams and stocking fillers, and a lovely selection of books for cosy winter reading.

All proceeds go towards hall funds!

Join Izzy Valenti for a warm and nurturing evening of gentle yoga, meditation, and mantra chanting, inspired by the wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras.

Friday 21st November, 6pm, The Old Barn, Clovullin

The evening will close with a light supper and a good Highland blether. Community, calm, and connection.

Message 07753 958149 to book your place!

A wee reminder that the Gaelic Conversation Circle returns to Ardgour on Sunday 16th November! Join us at 3pm. More details, including the guest speaker, to follow!

Remembrance:

Sunday 9th November: Remembrance Service: Ardgour Parish Church at 10am, and wreath laying at the War Memorial at 10.50am.

The Chippy Trailer is back at Treslaig Village Hall this SATURDAY (not Friday as usual)! This is it's last visit until 28th February.

Serving up freshly cooked favourites from 5.30 to 7pm.

Enjoy a tasty range of suppers including fish, breaded chicken, venison sausage, haggis, black pudding, and even a plant-based chicken option, all with gluten-free alternatives available.

Pre-orders are welcome by calling 07979 417115 or emailing dmgcateringglenfinnan@gmail.com

☕🍰 Lochside Gatherings at Treslaig Village Hall !

Join Morvern, Ardgour and Strontian - Church of Scotland for tea, coffee, cake, conversation, and informal worship at Treslaig Hall! A warm and welcoming space for all.

Upcoming dates and more details in the poster below.

Book lovers are invited to join the Lochside Reading Group at Treslaig Hall on the first Monday of each month, 7–8.30pm.

Enjoy a relaxed discussion on the monthly book choice, good company, and light refreshments, all for £5.

Upcoming books include Jamaica Inn by Daphne Du Maurier (3rd Nov) and Mystery in White by J. Jefferson Farjeon (1st Dec).

For more information contact Isla on 07437 615 061.

Come see Josienne Clarke perform live at Ardgour Hall - it's gonna be a night to remember! Organised by Watercolour Music

Morvern, Ardgour and Strontian - Church of Scotland are inviting the community to a Harvest Supper at Treslaig Village Hall on Friday 24th October.

Arrive from 6pm, with supper served at 6.30pm. There’s no set charge, but donations are welcome.

Booking is required - call, text or email Louise on 07789 712050 or louise.white0102@gmail.com to reserve your place.

A lovely opportunity to gather, share food, and celebrate the season together.

Ardgour Amateur Drama Club invite you to their annual planning meeting on Tuesday 21st October at 7.30pm in Ardgour Memorial Hall.

They are looking for anyone interested in getting involved with their comedy sketches for the March performances, and new members are always welcome. All ages can join in.

If you cannot attend but would like to be involved, just send a message to their Facebook page.

Cearcall Còmhraidh Àird Ghobhar – Gaelic Conversation Circle
Sunday 19th October, 3pm
Ardgour Ales

This month’s gathering will be led by Eilidh Cameron-Sykes, who brings a wealth of knowledge about local history, language and culture. Eilidh’s family roots run deep in Ballachulish, and she’s currently involved with the Glencoe Museum and other heritage projects – as well as leading another Gaelic circle in Cille Chuimein (Fort Augustus).

Our October session will include:
- Conversation practice on the theme of travel
- A deep dive into trees and their connections with Gaelic and the Gaels

We’ll be indoors this time, in the cosy kirk session room beside the brewery, with tea and coffee as before.

Everyone’s welcome, whether you’re fluent, learning, or just curious!
Tuilleadh fios bho Mhàiri Anna: mak@watercolourmusic.co.uk

Book lovers are invited to join the Lochside Reading Group at Treslaig Hall on the first Monday of each month, 7–8.30pm.

Enjoy a relaxed discussion on the monthly book choice, good company, and light refreshments, all for £5.

Upcoming books include Moon Palace by Paul Auster (6th Oct), Jamaica Inn by Daphne Du Maurier (3rd Nov) and Mystery in White by J. Jefferson Farjeon (1st Dec).

For more information contact Isla on 07437 615 061.

Ainsley Hamill in Concert at Ardgour Village Hall

Scottish singer Ainsley Hamill brings you vivid Scottish stories from oldest traditions to contemporary experience with new album Fable.

Treslaig Village Hall is hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 26th September, 10am to 1pm.

Come along for a cuppa, cake, quiz and tombola while supporting an amazing cause. Every slice shared helps raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

If anyone is able to bake for the event or donate items for the tombola, contributions would be very gratefully received on the day.

Save the date and join the community in Treslaig for a lovely morning in aid of Macmillan.

September Ardgour Gaelic Conversation Circle / Cearcall-Comhraidh Àird Ghobhar

The first Gaelic Conversation Circle of the season is nearly here!

Saturday 21st September, 3pm, Ardgour Ales

This month’s guest is Wilma Kennedy - Glasgow-born Mòd Gold Medallist, actress and now Gaelic-medium teacher. She’ll be sharing the magic of traditional waulking songs, complete with unrolling her Harris Tweed, for everyone to join in.

Come along for language, song and a warm Gaelic welcome.

All levels welcome, from beginners to fluent speakers.