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We are fortunate to live in the most attractive town in the Southern Uplands, an unspoilt Conservation Area only a mile from the motorway, conveniently situated in the centre of a triangle between Edinburgh, Glasgow and Carlisle and less than an hour from each. Surrounded by hundreds of square miles of mini-Highlands, Moffat was the first Walkers are Welcome town in Scotland, the first DarkSky Town in the UK, has one of the most beautiful High Streets in Scotland, is well provenanced, hosts many popular events and is ideally equipped to cater for visitors wanting stops, stays and holidays.Moffat and its surrounding hills have a rich heritage. In Iron Age times, warriors from the Selgovae tribe had a small hill fort on Beattock Summit. In 573 AD, the Druid Merlin is said to have lived as a hermit near Hartfell. In the 12th Century, Norman soldiers built a fort near the Well Road. In the late 12th Century, the Knights Templar built a chapel near to what is now the Moffat Golf Club. William Wallace won his first battle for Scots freedom on Queensberry Hill; his sister was married to the Laird of Corehead Castle, at the entrance to the Beef Tub. In 1314, Robert the Bruce defeated the English at Bannockburn; his father was Sir Robert de Brus, sixth Lord of Annandale. From the late 13th century, the Border Reivers stored stolen cattle in the Devil’s Beef Tub. In 1633, Rachel Whyteford discovered the well which turned Moffat into a prosperous spa town. In 1875, William Colvin commemorated Moffat’s history in the wool trade by presenting the town with the now famous statue of a ram, which stands in the High Street. In 1878 the Moffat Hydro Hotel was opened but, in 1921, it was completely destroyed by fire. In 1940, Air Chief Marshall Lord Hugh Dowding, born in Moffat, masterminded our victory in the Battle of Britain; there is a memorial to him in Station Park.Not far from the town is the remarkable Grey Mare’s Tail, a 60-metre (200 ft) hanging valley waterfall, produced by the Tail Burn, flowing from Loch Skeen above, down into the Moffat Water valley below. The surrounding Grey Mare’s Tail Nature Reserve extends over 922 hectares and also features White Coomb which, at 821m, is one of the highest hills in Southern Scotland.

WELCOME

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main events at a glance 2018

VISIT MOFFAT | MAIN EVENTS

Date event page no.

06–08 April MOFFAT RAMMYAcoustic Music and Singing Sessions - Americana, Blues, Folk, Traditional and ‘Anything Goes’. Join in or just enjoy listening.

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26 May FUN DAY IN STATION PARKTraditional fun for the whole family. Stalls, food to go, children’s rides and family boating. The afternoon’s climax is the famous Moffat Duck Race.

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07–10 June THE EDEN FESTIVALA boutique music festival for the family. New music, art, workshops, games and much more. For full details visit: www.edenfestival.co.uk

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17 June MOFFAT COUNTRY FAIRTrade stands are on the rise and the craft tent will be fit to burst. The phrase ‘something for everyone’ has never been truer.

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23–24 June CLASSIC CAR RALLYThe biggest clasic car event in Scotland with an exhibition of classic and vintage cars at Moffat Show Ground.

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07–14 July GALA WEEKA week of fun events for all the family.

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VISIT MOFFAT | MAIN EVENTS

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22 July MASS GARAGE SALE

A must for bargain hunters and an opportunity to explore Moffat’s outstanding conservation town. Be the early bird that catches the worm!

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29 July-04 Aug

SOUTH OF SCOTLAND TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPSOne of the oldest tennis tournaments in Scotland which dates back to the 1880s and this year will be played on the 6 brand new courts.

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02 Sept LORD DOWDING MEMORIAL SERVICE

A service to commemorate the life of Lord Dowding will include bands, flypast (weather permitting), a short service and wreath laying.

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27 Oct HALLOW WINDOW WALKMoffat goes truly spooktacular for this atmospheric family-friendly walk round Moffat, led by the Mostly Ghostly Team.

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02 Dec MOFFAT CHRISTMAS FESTIVALThe High Street is transformed into a thriving Street Market. See Santa in his Grotto, join the countdown to the Moffat Christmas Lights switch on.

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31 Dec HOGMANAY IN MOFFATExperience the special atmosphere as Moffat High Street fills with people to bring in the New Year with a bang in a spectacular firework display at midnight.

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VISIT MOFFAT | COFFEE MORNINGS

Fundraising Coffee MorningsFundraising Coffee Mornings are held in the Town Hall most Saturdays 10.30am– 12 noon. For further information, please see posters in the windows of AM Grieve (Newsagent). Coffee Mornings are also held in St Andrew’s Church Hall every Saturday June–September 10.30am–12 noon.

tbc April Moffat Gala05 May Moffat Wildlife Clubtbc June Moffat Twinning Association04 Aug Christian Aid01 Sept Moffat Museum15 Sept Moffat Theatre Choir29 Sept Macmillan Cancer Support Group

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VISIT MOFFAT | DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Dates for Your DiaryFUNDRAISING COFFEE MORNINGS TAKE PLACE MOST SATURDAYS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

for more information see page 4

MARCH

07 W ACTS minibus trip to Glasgow museums p 12

16 F Jazz and Blues Club – The Andy Lawrenson Trio p 27

14 W ACTS minibus trip to Penrith p 12

22 Th ACTS minibus trip to Hexham p 12

23 Fr Old Well Theatre – Wiltshire Piano Duo p 58

24 S Old Well Theatre – Moffat Movies p 58

27 T ACTS minibus trip to New Lanark p 12

30 F Old Well Theatre – The Ram Shack Presents - film p 58

APRIL

4 W Old Well Theatre – Old Blind Dogs - Music p 58

04 W ACTS minibus trip to Annan Distillery p 12

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F– Su

MOFFAT RAMMY ACOUSTIC MUSIC WEEKEND p 11

08 Su Farmers’ Market p 23

11 W Quiz Night at The Proudfoot Institute p 25

11 W ACTS minibus trip to Skipton p 12

13 F Moffat Mill Spring/Summer Launch Evening p 46

14 S Military Concert p 55

17 T ACTS minibus trip to Carlisle Races p 12

22 Su Belhaven 180 Challenge Darts Tournament p 21

25 W ACTS minibus trip to Stirling p 12

27 F Moffat Theatre Choir 20th Anniversary Spring Concert p 49

28 S Moffat Movies p 58

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29 Su Moffat Theatre Choir 20th Anniversary Spring Concert p 49

MAY

01 T ACTS minibus trip to Keswick p 12

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W–S

Arsenic and Old Lace – a dark comedy – Old Well Theatre p 59

04 F Whisky Club Night at Moffat Mill p 45

10 Th ACTS minibus trip to Culross p 12

13 Th Farmers’ Market p 23

15 T ACTS minibus trip to Tweedbank/Edinburgh p 12

16 W Open Bowling Tournament – Mixed American Pairs p 15

18 F Jazz and Blues Club – Rose Room p 27

23 W ACTS minibus trip to Kendal p 12

26 S FUN DAY IN STATION PARK p 47

26 S Moffat Water Hall Car Boot Sale, Tabletop and Craft p 50


26 Su Songs of Travel – Vaughan Williams p 59

27 Su Golf Club – Gents Open Texas Scramble p 26

29 T ACTS minibus trip to Newcastle p 12

JUNE

01 F Joan, Babs and Shelagh Too – The Joan Littlewood Story p 59

05 T Bowling – Open American Pairs (Star Cup) p 15

07 Th Golf Club – Open Mixed Greensomes (Reiner Trophy) p 26

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Th–Su

THE EDEN FESTIVAL p 23

08 F ACTS minibus trip to Scone Palace / Potfest p 12

10 S Farmers’ Market p 23

10 S Moffat Mountain Rescue – Charity Challenge p 50

14 Th ACTS minibus trip to Browsholme, Lancashire p 12

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17 Su MOFFAT COUNTRY FAIR – 18TH GREAT ANNUAL TRACTOR RUN p 22

19 T ACTS minibus trip to Cragside, Northumberland p 12

21 Th Golf Club – Senior Mixed Greensomes (50 + Years) p 26

23 S Golf Club – Craigielands Johnstone & Morton Gents Open Singles p 26

23 S Ceilidh hosted by Moffat Macmillan Group p 30

23 S Moffat Water Hall Beer Festival and Hog Roast p 50

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20TH CLASSIC CAR RALLY p 20

27 W ACTS minibus trip to Windermere / Bownes p 12

30 S Golf Club – MacKenzie Grieve, Elliot & Henry Gents Open Singles p 26


JULY

01 Su Golf Club – Ladies Open Texas Scramble (Team of 4 ladies) p 26

03 T ACTS minibus trip to Waverley p 12

04 W Open Bowling Tournament – Ladies American Pairs p 15

05 Th Golf Club – Senior Open (50 + years) p 26

06 F The Kaiser and I – Old Well Theatre p 59

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GALA WEEK p 25


12 Th Open Bowling Tournament – Open American Pairs p 15

12 Th ACTS minibus trip to Edinburgh (castle, Holyrood, park) p 12

15 Su Golf Club – Dumfriesshire Event – Milligan Trophy p 26

18 W ACTS minibus trip to Richmond p 12

22 Su Jazz and Blues Club – ‘Fever’ The Mary Barclay Band p 28

22 Su MASS GARAGE SALE p 47

24 T ACTS minibus trip to Logan Botanic gardens p 12

26 Th Golf Club – Seniors Open (50 + Years Singles Stableford) p 26

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27 F Ian Millar & Dominic Spencer Jazz Duo – Old Well Theatre p 59


28 S Golf Club – Ladies’ Open Greensomes (Coatshill Cups) p 27

28 S Moffat Rugby Club Annual Tens Tournament p 56

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SuS

SOUTH OF SCOTLAND TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS p 58

AUGUST

03 F ACTS minibus trip to Ayr p 12

09 Th ACTS minibus trip to Lancaster p 12

11 S Golf Club – Junior Open Entry p 27


14 T ACTS minibus trip to Hopetoun House p 12

17 F Bowling Tournament – Gents American Pairs (Shield) p 15

18 S Clan Moffat AGM p 20

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S-Su

Moffat Art Show – Moffat Town Hall p 44

23 Th ACTS minibus trip to Lake District p 12

25 S Moffat Agricultural Show p 48


26 Su Caledonian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Club Open Dog Show p 18

29 W ACTS minibus trip to Ullswater Fish Supper Cruise p 12

31 F Moffat Music Society – Carolyn & Jonathan Sparey p 51

SEPTEMBER

02 Su Golf Club – 2 Person Texas Scramble p 27

02 Su LORD DOWDING MEMORIAL SERVICE p 30

04 T ACTS minibus trip to Morecambe p 12

05 W Bowling – Open American Triples (Borthwick Cup) p 15

06 Th Whisky Club Night at Moffat Mill p 45


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13 Th ACTS minibus trip to Stirling p 12

16 Su Jazz and Blues Club – The Dick Lee Swingtet (tbc) p 28

19 W ACTS minibus trip to Skipton p 12

21 F Jazz and Blues Club: Dave Bachelor p 28

22 S Wave Blues Band at The Old Well Theatre p 28

22 S Moffat Water Hall Autumn Fling Supper and Dance p 50

25 T ACTS minibus trip to Galashiels / Melrose / Kelso p 12

28 F Moffat Music Society – Toni James p 51


OCTOBER

03 W ACTS minibus trip to Bury p 12

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W–S

UADS autumn play p 59

11 Th ACTS minibus trip to Keswick p 12


17 W ACTS minibus trip to Dumfries House p 12

19 F Moffat Mill Autumn/Winter Launch Evening p 46

23 T ACTS minibus trip to Dundee V & A Museum p 12

26 F Moffat Music Society – Veronica Henderson & Katharine Durran p 51


27 S HALLOW WINDOW WALK p 47

NOVEMBER

02 F ACTS minibus trip to East Kilbride p 12

02 F Gin/Vodka/Wine Tasting Night at Moffat Mill p 46

08 Th ACTS minibus trip to Brocksbushes /Hexham p 12

13 T ACTS minibus trip to Cockermouth / Orton grange p 12


23 F ACTS minibus trip to Braehead p 12

23 F Beer/Cider/Wine Tasting Night at Moffat Mill p 46

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T–F

Pantomime – Old Well Theatre p 59

? ? Twinning Association Crepe Stall p 61

29 Th Late Night Christmas Shopping at Moffat Mill p 46

30 F Whisky Club Night at Moffat Mill p 45

DECEMBER

01 S Pantomime – Old Well Theatre p 59

02 Su MOFFAT CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL (tbc) p 48

04 T ACTS minibus trip to Newcastle p 12

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T– S

Pantomime – Old Well Theatre p 59

12 W ACTS minibus trip to Edinburgh Xmas Market p 12

13 Th Late Night Christmas Shopping at Moffat Mill p 46

14 F Moffat Theatre Choir – Christmas Concert p 49


16 Su Moffat Theatre Choir – Christmas Concert p 49

22 S Wave Blues Band at The Buccleuch Hotel p 28

23 Su Christmas Mixed Pairs Darts Tournament p 22

31 M HOGMANAY IN MOFFAT p 48

2019

25 Jan Moffat Music Society - Monzani Trio p 51

26 Jan Moffat Movies p 59

01 Feb Whisky Club Night at Moffat Mill p 45

22 Feb Moffat Music Society – Korka Ensemble p 51

23 Feb Moffat Movies p 59

29 Mar Moffat Music Society – Alastair Savage Trio p 51

30 Mar Moffat Movies p 59

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VISIT MOFFAT | EVENTS, ORGANISATIONS AND CLUBS

DETAILS OF EVENTS, ORGANISATIONS AND CLUBS

ACOUSTIC MUSIC

ACOUSTIC MUSIC AT THE ANNANDALE ARMS HOTEL

Every Thursday night we hold open acoustic music sessions in the bar at the Annandale Arms Hotel. You will find us on Moffat High Street. Musical styles vary from traditional Scottish to popular modern. It is open to all comers. If you can play, sing or just want to come and listen, you are very welcome.

Contact: Tel. 01683 220013Email: [email protected]: Annandale Arms HotelDay: Thursday 9pm–midnightCost: Free

ACOUSTIC MUSIC WEEKEND – THE MOFFAT RAMMY and MOFFAT MUSIC LIVE

Acoustic Music and Singing Sessions – Americana, Blues, Folk Traditional and ‘Anything Goes’. Open to all musicians, singers, poets and even banjo and uke players! Come along and join in – or – draw up a comfy chair with your favourite drink and enjoy listening.

Contact: Peter Farrell Tel. 01683 221087Email: [email protected]: Fri 06 - Sun 08 AprilFacebook: The Moffat Rammy, www.facebook.com/MoffatrammyCost: Free entryVenue: Various

Full details and times to be posted on Facebook – The Moffat Rammy – or check notices around the High Street outside the various venues on the weekend.Also catch Clan Blues playing their great mix of acoustic Americana, Folk and Blues:

Venue: Annandale Arms Hotel BarDay: Most Fridays, 9pm–midnightCost: Free entry

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ANNANDALE COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SERVICES ‘ACTS’ (Formerly ATI)

Bus trips to places of interest throughout the year (day trips are listed within ‘Dates for your Diary’, in this guide - annual membership £5) also registered bus services to Carlisle and Peebles. Provision of community transport for community groups and individuals. Minibus driver training.

Contact: acts office Tel. 01576 203053Email : [email protected]: www.actsbus.org.ukTo book day trips: Telephone from the first of the month before the trip, e.g. for April

trips book from 1st March.Cost: Varies

ART

ART CLASSES

Watercolour for Wellbeing – classes held for beginners and improvers. Blocks of 8–12 classes held throughout the year. Informal, fun and fulfilling!Also SummerSchool and One to One tuition.

Contact: Jan Macbeth Mob. 07748 852388Email: [email protected]: MondayVenue: Buccleuch Arms Hotel

ART COLLECTIVE

See Moffat Art Collective

ART WORK ROOM (THE)

Art and craft classes for adults and young people with artist Linda Lyons. Enjoy a range of art experiences as part of a small group or on an individual basis in one-off or regular sessions. Try out all sorts of materials to find what you enjoy and be inspired along the way. Learn how to draw and use colour. Also unique jewellery and artworks for sale.

Contact: Linda Lyons Mob. 07864 788686Email: [email protected]: 20 High Street, Moffat. DG1O 9HL

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ASTRONOMY (MOFFAT ASTRONOMY CLUB)

The club meets four times a year during the autumn/winter and viewings are open on any clear night from The Green Frog.A communal telescope is available for club members use. Interested new members are welcome and can bring their own telescope.

Contact: Cathy Macdonald, Secretary Tel. 01683 220934Email: [email protected]: moffatdarksky4.wixsite.comDates: 2nd Tuesday in September, November, January and MarchVenue: Proudfoot InstituteTime: 7.30pm

BEATTOCK GUILD OF WOODTURNERS AND WOODCRAFT

Using lathe, turn bowls, vessels, spindles. Demonstrations, competition, hands-on use.

Contact: David Boncey Tel. 01683 300613Email: [email protected]: Phone for detailsDay: 2nd Thursday of each month, 7pmAnnual Subscription: £20 plus £2 per club night

BEATTOCK LUNCH CLUB

Soup, filled rolls, cake plus tea or coffee. Special lunches to celebrate Christmas and a Burns Lunch. Social time.

Contact: David Boncey Tel. 01683 300613Email: [email protected]: Beattock Village HallDay: Every Thursday September–June, 12 noonCost: £2.50 per week

BEATTOCK SCOTTISH WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Demonstrations, talk, hands-on activities. Taking part in SWI activities: bowls, curling, darts, quiz, socialising. New members welcome.

Contact: Fiona Lessels Mob. 07905 307683Venue: Beattock Village HallDay: Last Thursday each month, 7.30pm–10pmCost: £24 per year

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BEATTOCK SEWING GROUP

Informal gathering to socialise whilst knitting, cross stitching, crocheting etc. With tea and biscuits.

Contact: Mary Brown Tel. 01683 300451Venue: Beattock Village HallDay: Wednesday, 1pm–3pmCost: £1.50 per week

BEATTOCK STATION ACTION GROUP – Working to re-open Beattock Station

Moffat and Beattock are the hub for travel, tourism and other businesses in central southern Scotland. All we need is a local station. Beattock, made famous by WH Auden’s poem The Night Mail, is sited on the West Coast Mainline on the longest stretch of line in Britain with no station – there are nearly 48 miles between Lockerbie to the south and Carstairs to the north. The local communities urgently need a station at Beattock to: give local people better work opportunities by enabling them to commute; increase tourism and benefit local businesses by making it easier for people to visit the area; enhance residents’ quality of life by making it easier for them to travel outside the area for employment, shopping and leisure; and improve the environment by reducing dependence on the car.

Contact: Martin Brown; email [email protected] Website: www.beattock.com

BEATTOCK VILLAGE HALL

To hire the hall contact Mrs. D Paterson Tel. 01683 300299

BEAVER COLONY (3rd Dumfriesshire)

For 6–8 years (P2 to 8 years old)

Contact: Ruth Johnson Tel. 01683 221832Email: [email protected]: Scout HallDay: Wednesday 6.15pm–7.15pm during term time

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BEECHGROVE BOWLING CLUB

Lawn Bowling Club. Member of Bowls Scotland. Full programme of competitions, tournaments, friendlies with other clubs, and always the opportunity to play socially. New members are always welcome.

Contact: Mrs. Elizabeth Tait Tel. 01683 221154Email: [email protected]: Hope Johnstone ParkPlay: Every afternoon and evening 15th April — end SeptemberAnnual Subscription: £65 (Juniors £7.50)

16 May Open Tournament — Mixed American Pairs Time: All day Cost: £6 per pair05 June Open Tournament — Open American Pairs for the Star Cup. Time: All day Cost: £6.00 per pair.04 July Open Tournament — Ladies American Pairs Time: All day Cost: £5.00 per pair12 July Open Tournament — Open American Pairs (One of the pair must

be under 16 and the other over 16) Time: All day Cost: £6 per pair17 Aug Open Tournament — Gents American Pairs for the Moffat and

District Community Council Shield Time: All day Cost: £6 per pair05 Sept Open Tournament — Open American Triples for the Borthwick Cup

Sponsored by Dignity Funeral Services Time: All day Cost: £9 per triple

BEECHGROVE LAWN TENNIS CLUB

Contact: Katharine Wilson Tel. 01683 220461, Mob. 07712 725713 Email: [email protected]: Beechgrove LTCVenue: Beechgrove Tennis Courts

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BORDERS FOREST TRUST

Join our volunteer team at Corehead Farm to get stuck into some practical conservation work. Tasks are varied and include tree planting, work in the orchard, bracken bashing around young trees, biological recording and other seasonal tasks. We run a range of family activities, rural skills workshops and outdoor events throughout the year. For more information please get in touch or visit our website.

Contact: Andy Wilson Mob. 07789 532995Email: [email protected]: www.Bordersforesttrust.orgRegular Activities: Conservation volunteeringVenue: Corehead Farm and Beeftub, Annan Water, MoffatDay: Alternate Thursdays 10am–3pm

BOWLING CLUB (MOFFAT SHORT MAT BOWLING CLUB)

Moffat Short Mat Bowling Club is happy to welcome new members. Come and give it a try with no obligation. No experience necessary. All you require is smooth soled shoes. Other equipment is supplied by the Club. Short Mat Bowling is an easy, social activity, with the chance to play competitively in league matches and tournaments if you wish.

Contact: Chairman: Bryan Atkins Tel. 01683 220867Email: [email protected]: Town HallDay: Tuesday 2pm–4pm, Wednesday 7pm–9pmCost: £25 per session. Juniors (under 16) £10 2 x sessions per year, early October–Christmas and again early

January–end March

BRIDGE CLUB (BUCCLEUCH BRIDGE CLUB)

Friendly Bridge. Board Bridge (up to 6 tables). Beginners’ classes available.

Contact: Douglas Smith Tel. 01683 220685Venue: Buccleuch Arms HotelEmail: [email protected]: Monday 1.30pm, Tuesday 7pmCost: Annual subscription £30. Visitors welcome at £2 per session

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BROWNIES (1st Moffat)

For girls aged 7–10 years, meeting during the school term. If you and your daughter would like to know more about joining, please visit the website.

Contact: Shula HaleyTel. 01683 300643Website: www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested

BUCCLEUCH ARMS HOTEL

High Street, Moffat, DG10 9ET

Website: www.buccleucharmshotel.comTel: 01683 220003Email: [email protected]: @Buccleuch.Arms.Hotel

A fully Licenced Hotel with 13 En-suite Bedrooms and a reputed restaurant named ‘The Beef Tub Comfort Grill’. Most International Rugby Games are screened in the Buccleuch Function Room on Big Screen.

External Groups that meet at the Buccleuch Arms Hotel:

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CALEDONIAN DANDIE DINMONT TERRIER CLUB

Contact: Keith Derry Tel. 01977 644347Email: [email protected]

26 August Open Dog ShowVenue: Moffat Town Hall, 1pmEntrance: by Catalogue (on sale at the door)

CHURCHES

CHRISTIAN AID

Contact: Fiona McLean Tel. 01683 220645

13–19 May Christian Aid Week04 Aug Coffee Morning in Moffat Town Hall

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP (MOFFAT CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP)

Small group meeting which offers praise and worship plus bible study. Come and join us, a warm welcome awaits you.

Contact: Tom Jones Tel. 01683 220658Venue: St John’s Episcopal Hall, Burnside.Day: Fellowship Service every Thursday 7.30pm

KIRKPATRICK JUXTA CHURCH OF SCOTLAND, BEATTOCK

Service each Sunday 9.45am. Coffee is served after the service. Disabled Access

Contact: Mary Brown, Session Clerk Tel. 01683 300451Email: [email protected]

ST ANDREW’S CHURCH OF SCOTLAND

Service each Sunday 11.15am. Coffee/tea after service. All welcome.Church open to visitors June–September, Monday–Friday 10.30am–12.30pm and 2pm–4pm. Coffee served in the Church Hall each Saturday June–AugustTime: 10.30am–12 noonCost: £3Contact: Donald Walker Tel. 01683 220707Email: [email protected]: www.standrewsmoffat.org

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ST ANDREW’S CHURCH GUILD

The Church of Scotland Guild provides an opportunity to meet for fellowship and friendship. It supports two projects/charities each year. It is open to everyone and visitors are most welcome.

Contact: Mrs Thelma Boncey, Tel. 01683 300613Venue: St Andrew’s Church HallDay: October–March, 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 2.30pmCost: Annual subscription

ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST – EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Burnside, Moffat DG10 9DXSt John the Evangelist is a Scottish Episcopal Church, part of the worldwide Anglican communion.

Holy Eucharist: Sunday 9.30amHoly Communion: Wednesday 10amContact: Reverend John Macleod Tel. 01576 204163Website: www.stjohnsmoffat.org

ST LUKE’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Mansfield Place, Moffat. DG10 9DS

Vigil Mass: 6pm on SaturdayContact: (The Priest) Father Jim Hayes Tel/Fax. 01387 252603Office: The Presbytery, Glasgow Street, Dumfries DG2 9DEEmail: [email protected]: www.rclockerbiemoffat.co.uk

SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE

Ecumenical services of praise and worship. Service every Sunday when there is no evening joint service.

Contact: Tom Jones Tel. 01683 220658Venue: St John’s Episcopal Hall, BurnsideTime: 7.30pm (doors open 7pm)

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WAMPHRAY PARISH CHURCH

Service each Sunday at 10am.

Contact: Helen Braid, Session Clerk Tel. 01576 470637

CIVIC PRIDE GROUP (MOFFAT CIVIC PRIDE)

The group is made up of around 30 volunteers who plant up and maintain over 60 containers, flower beds and hanging baskets in the town. Regular activities include the above plus litter picking sessions between March and November. New members welcome.

Contact: Rosemary Thomson Tel. 01683 221305Email: [email protected]: Buccleuch Arms HotelDay: Regular meetings during the season as advertised

CLAN MOFFAT UK

Contact: Barbara Munns Tel. 01530 245945Email: [email protected]: www.clanmoffat.orgEvent: AGMVenue: Proudfoot Indoor Sports CentreDate: 18 August 2018, 2.30pm

20th CLASSIC CAR RALLY

Date: 23–24 JuneVenue: Moffat ShowgroundContact: Gordon Bissett Tel. 01387 710318Email: [email protected]: www.sre-scot.co.uk

Scottish Rootes Enthusiasts Annual Event (Established 1998)Adopted Charities for 2018: Macmillan Cancer Support and other cancer charities. The rally accommodates 900 entries some of which come hundreds of miles to participate. This two-day event includes a drive through the Moffat Hills on the Saturday which is a glorious sight while Sunday is the main gathering in the Moffat showground, with a large display of classic cars, auto-jumble/trade stands and children’s entertainment. The Rally continues to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support and other cancer charities. Many of our families, friends and fellow classic

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car enthusiasts are touched in one way or another by cancer and this helps our major fundraising efforts for this great event.Classic car fans and many of the entrants will be travelling from Europe, some down from the Shetland Isles, many from Northern Ireland, Wales as well as Kent, Cornwall and Dorset to take part in this amazing two-day event.The fun kicks off with a road run (in which 300 cars can participate) to St Mary’s Loch, with the first cars leaving the town centre at midday in 15-minute intervals in groups of 60.There will be a picnic stop at the loch and the route will also take in Megget and Talla reservoirs. Motor bikes are a welcome part of the Moffat Classic Car Rally.The Car Rally has been a fabulous connection with the town of Moffat. It appeals to enthusiasts, the businesses in the town and to the public that visit.Sunday: 10.30am–4pm. Main day to view the cars in the showground. Prize-giving to best cars at 3pm. Assembly of entrants (anticipated in excess of 900 entries). Large Autojumble etc.Scottish Rootes Enthusiasts are owners and renovators of Rootes cars, who manufactured Hillman, Humber, Talbot, Talbot-Sunbeam and Singer cars.

THE COACHMAN BAR

High Street, Moffat, DG10 9ET

Tel: 01683 220698Website: www.facebook.com/TheCoachmanBar/

Fully Licensed Bar with a Bar Food Menu and Rear Garden Seating Area.Facilities include: Pool Table, Games Machines, Jukebox, Sky & BT Sports with a Giant Screen.Summer Opening times:Mon-Wed: 11am-11pmThur-Fri: 11am-12amSat: 11am-1amSun: 12pm-11pm

Regular Events:Live Entertainment every Saturday from 10pm to 1am (a combination of Bands and Discos with details posted weekly on the Coachman’s Facebook Page.)

Annual Events:Belhaven 180 Challenge Darts TournamentDate: Sunday 22 April

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Cost: £4 per pairRegister: On the day from 4pmStart: 5pmPRIZES: A total of £510 in cash up for grabs and Gift Packs from Belhaven

Brewery

Christmas Mixed Pairs Darts TournamentDate: Sunday 23 DecemberCost: £4 per pairRegister: On the day from 4pmStart: 5pmPRIZES: Over £100 in cash up for grabs and Gift Packs from Sponsor

COUNTRY FAIR (MOFFAT COUNTRY FAIR)

18th Great Annual Tractor Road Run

Date: 17 June 2018Contact: David Paton Mob. 07714 796208

CRAIGIELANDS CURLING CLUB

Craigielands is Moffat’s only curling club, formed in 1834. The club plays matches at Lockerbie Ice Rink, famous as the home of Olympic medallists and World Champions. The curling season runs from September to March – an ideal winter activity. Members play in day and evening competitions organised by the club and the Ice Rink. If you are interested in taking up curling as a sport, beginners lessons can be organised through Craigielands Curling Club or through the Ice Rink’s ‘Try Curling’ programme.Curling is a very sociable sport which can be played at all levels and all ages. Craigielands Curling Club will give all new members a warm welcome.

Contact: Christine Stewart Tel. 01683 220232Email: [email protected]: Lockerbie Ice RinkSubscription: £5 for membership, cost of games £8 to £11

MOFFAT CRICKET CLUB (2011)

An introduction (with qualified coaches) to playing cricket through the Active Schools programme at Moffat Academy (Games Hall) usually on Wednesday evenings at 4.30pm until 6.00pm. (Although at the time of writing there is some debate about this programme) There are two sessions: junior (beginners) followed by senior (more experienced): P2 to Secondary. The Club has around 30 junior players, male

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and female. In the Summer and usually on a Friday evening training and occasional matches are played - weather permitting - at Annanside Playing Fields. Adult players please contact Angus Sinclair.

Club Officials: Alison Baikie Chair [email protected] Secretary: Chris Harris Mob. 07453626 539 Treasurer: Angus Leigh [email protected] Grounds & Coaching: Angus Sinclair Mob. 07747563005 [email protected]

Moffat Cricket Club is registered and accredited by Dumfries & Galloway Council

CUB SCOUTS AND SCOUT GROUP

Cub ScoutsContact: Carol McNayEmail: [email protected]: Monday 6.15pm–7.30pm

ScoutsContact: Mr Steven BogleEmail: [email protected]: Monday 7.40pm–9pm

(THE) EDEN FESTIVAL

See the website below for details of the 2018 Festival

Date: 07–10 JuneWebsite: www.edenfestival.co.ukVenue: Raehills, A701, Annandale Estate, Moffat DG11 1HQ

MOFFAT FARMERS’ MARKET

A friendly, busy Farmers’ Market in the centre of picturesque Moffat. Around 25–30 stalls every month, offering high quality local food and drink sold by those who produce it. Up to a third of the stalls sell local artisan crafts.

Contact: Sarah Burchell Mob. 07708 101336Email: [email protected]: Inside and outside Moffat Town HallDay: Second Sunday of the month, except November when it is the

third Sunday of the month, 10.30am–3pm

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FIRST RESPONDERS

Moffat First Responders supports the work of the Scottish Ambulance Service. If you have a medical emergency, please dial 999. If you are able to help by volunteering, please contact below.

Contact: Tony Few Mob. 07802 437756Email: [email protected]: www.moffatfirstresponders.co.uk

FLOOD ACTION GROUP (MOFFAT FLOOD ACTION GROUP)

Moffat is recognised as 1 of 23 areas in Dumfries and Galloway that may be prone to flooding. A recent SEPA statutory strategy paper put the number of homes at risk in the hundreds under certain conditions. Dumfries and Galloway Council is now working up the plans to deliver that strategy and we are due a flood study in 2018.The Moffat Flood Action group (MFAG) was set up 6+ years ago and has enjoyed some success in preventing actual flooding and identifying flood prone areas and locations, and ensuring remedial actions, working with D&G Council, SEPA and Scottish Water, but we need the local community to get engaged. Last year we purchased some 250 sand bags and 4 tons of sand. Team members hold the (empty) sand bags, sand is located locally at Moffat’s Annanside depot and The Green Frog and will soon also be at the Proudfoot Institute, together with other flood resilience equipment. We have access to three level sensors around the town that monitor water levels. The Flood Action Group works very closely with the Community Council and the Resilience Plan team.With effect from the end of January 2017 the MFAG ceased to exist as a separate constituted entity, but has been set up as a sub-group of the Community Council. The political climate and future working relationships with other agencies make this a more viable option to continue the influence and the aims of the group, and we continue to work with and be supported by the Scottish Flood/Resilience Forum. The activities of the group shall continue but as a sub group of the Community Council.Flooding will be one of the drivers for the activation of the emergency/resilience plan, further information on which can be found under that section in this guide on pp.68-71.

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GALA (MOFFAT and DISTRICT GALA)

Full details will be available in the Gala Brochure published in JuneContact: Idy DavidsonMob: 07900 152509Email: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/moffatgala

April TBC Coffee MorningTime: 10.30am — 12 noonVenue: Moffat Town HallDescription: Various stalls selling everything from books to bric-a-brac. Fund

raiser for Moffat and District Gala. All Welcome.

11th April QuizTime: 7.30pmVenue: Proudfoot Indoor Sports and Social ClubCost: £5 Team. Teams of four. Proceeds contribute to supporting the Gala.

07 - 14 July Gala Week – A week of events in and around Moffat.

07 July Family Quiz - Foreign Object CompetitionVenue: Proudfoot Indoor Sports and Social Club

08 July 5-a-side Football, Observation Trail.

09 July Mr. Bubbles, Green Bowling Competition and Junior DartsVenue: Proudfoot Indoor Sports and Social Club

10 July Moffat Festival of Running

11 July Tennis Competition and BingoVenue: Proudfoot Indoor Sports and Social Club (Club Rules Apply for Bingo.)

12 July Children’s Games Afternoon, All the Fun of the Fair and Senior Darts

13 July Installation of Shepherd and Shepherd’s Lass and Shepherds Ball

14 July Gala Day — full day’s entertainment ending with Gala Procession to The Green Frog Hammerlands for the Bonfire and Disco

15 July Kirking Service

For up to date details check the Moffat & District Gala facebook pages.

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MOFFAT GOLF CLUB

18-hole Golf Course

Clubhouse: Tel. 01683 220020Email: [email protected]: www.moffatgolfclub.co.ukFacebook: www.facebook.com/moffatgolfclub/Twitter: twitter.com/MoffatGolfClubMemberships: Ordinary membership £455 New Ordinary Membership £305 New Country Membership (20 miles+) £245

18 hole Visitor rates for 2018 into 201901 January–25 March 2018 £10 per visitor26 March– 30 April 2018 £15 per visitor01 May–30 September 2018 £20 per visitor01 October–31 October 15 2018 £15 per visitor01 November 2018–Opening Day 2019 £10 per visitor

Contact the clubhouse for Package rates incl buggies & food.

2018 Open Competitions

27 May Gents Open Texas Scramble Entry £40 per team of four

07 June Open Mixed Greensomes (Reiner Trophy) Entry £16 per pair optional 2’s

21 June Senior Mixed Greensomes (50 + Years) Entry £16 per pair optional sweeps/2’s

23 June Craigielands Johnstone & Morton Gents Open Singles Entry £10 per player optional sweeps/2’s

30 June MacKenzie Grieve, Elliot & Henry Gents Open Singles Entry £10 per player optional 2’s

01 July Ladies Open Texas Scramble (Team of 4 ladies) Entry £28 per team

05 July Senior Open (50 Years+ Fourball Better Ball Stableford) Entry £16 per pair

15 July Dumfriesshire Event – Milligan Trophy (Tee booked 10am-12noon)

26 July Seniors Open (50 + Years Singles Stableford) Entry £10 per player optional sweeps/2’s

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28 July Ladies’ Open Greensomes (Coatshill Cups) Entry £16 per pair, optional sweeps/2’s

11 Aug Junior Open Entry £4 per player (Tee booked 8am – 10am)

02 Sept 2 Person Texas Scramble Entry £16 per team, optional sweeps/2’s

GUIDES

Voluntary organisation which provides a weekly programme of activities for girls aged 10–14 years. For more information about joining, please visit the website.

Contact: Carole McKerlie Tel. 01576 470620Email: [email protected]: www.girlguiding.org.uk

JAZZ

JAZZ AND BLUES

Contact: Ellen Small, Secretary Tel. 01683 221525Email: [email protected]: Liz Goudie, Treasurer Tel. 01683 220403Email: [email protected]: The Jazz Cellar at the Buccleuch Arms HotelTime: Doors open 7.30pm for start at 8pmAnnual Membership: £10Tickets: £8 (£10 for non-members) from the Reception Desk at the

Buccleuch Arms Hotel

16 March The Andy Lawrenson Trio, 8pmA return visit by this excellent trio from North Yorkshire, they cross the boundaries of Jazz, Celtic and Classical Music. A combination of flawless technique and profound understanding of contemporary music produces a show unequalled in skill and entertainment.

18 May Rose Room, 8pmThe immense popularity of Rose Room with our audiences requires no further introduction. They are in huge demand throughout the countryand elsewhere. Guaranteed to attract a large audience, we are proud, and lucky, to have them back in Moffat.

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22 July ‘Fever’ The Mary Barclay Band, 2.30pm A first time visitor to Moffat Jazz and Blues, this excitingly varied band plays almosr everything; trad, blues, soul, gospel, and even modern jazz. There should be something here to please everyone - a performance to which we can look forward with anticipation.

21 Sept Dave Batchelor, 8pmDave Batchelor returns again with his band playing mainstream and blues with trumpet, trobone, bass and drums. His interplay and repartée with the audience is thoroughly entertaining, creating just the right atmosphere for our Jazz Cellar.

16 or 18 Nov (tbc) The Dick Lee Swingtet, 8pm or 2.30pmA return visit for this Edinburgh quintet of clarinet, sax, tin whistle, guitar, bass and vocals. Full of variety and surprise, this extremely versatile group thrilled us all in November 2017 so we are delighted to receive this further visit.

WAVE BLUES BAND

Contact: Brian Thomson Tel. 01683 221305Email: [email protected]: All tickets available from Buccleuch Arms Hotel or Moffat Tourist

Information Centre

A Moffat based band featuring numbers by the great names from the Chicago Detroit era of Blues and Rhythm & Blues.Brian Thomson Vocals and Lead GuitarFrank Frame Base Guitar and RhythmDave Dryfe Blues HarmonicaEric McArthur Drums

22 SeptemberVenue: Old Well TheatreTime: 7.30pm–10pm (inc.interval) Bar open from 7pmTickets: £8 (also available at the theatre from 7pm)

22 DecemberVenue: Buccleuch Arms HotelTime: 8pm–11pmTickets: £6

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JOG/WALK MOFFAT & BEATTOCK (Juniors & Seniors)

Contact: Mob. 07946 539751Email: [email protected]: Jog Moffat

Jog Moffat offers a number of different activities from Juniors (5+ years) to Adults and aims to encourage all age groups and abilities to get moving together.Activity times and venues change based on the season. Please get in touch for more information. All sessions are led by qualified Jog Scotland leaders.Our motto – is Walk – Jog – Run – Have Fun!

KARATE (MOFFAT YAMAKAI KARATE)

We are looking to recruit new athletes for our classes from 5 years upwards including adults. We are a well established Sport Karate Class who are part of the Scottish Karate Governing Body all Coaches are SKGB registered and PVG approved.We offer programmes to suit all abilities and everyone is made very welcome, so if you want to join an organisation that offers high quality Karate in a safe and fully insured environment then please come and give us a try.

Contact: Philip McGarry Mob. 07464 031520Email: [email protected]: Beechgrove Sports BarnDay: Tuesday 6pm–7pm; Friday 6pm–7pm; Squad 7pm–8pmCost: Pay as you go

KIRKPATRICK-JUXTA COMMUNITY COUNCIL (BEATTOCK)

Contact: Martin Brown, Chairman Tel. 01683 300451Email: [email protected]: Beattock Village HallDay: 2nd Wednesday of each month (except August), 7pm

LIBRARY AND DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY CUSTOMER SERVICES

Contact: Tel. 01683 220536Location: Town HallOpen: Tuesday 10am–7pm Friday 9am–5pm Saturday 9am–noon

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LODGE HARTFELL No.728

Masonic Lodge open to all Masons.

Contact: Bill Wells Tel. 01683 221633Email: [email protected]: Buccleuch Arms HotelDay: September–December and February–April, 1st Thursday of each

month 7.30pmInstallation: 2nd Saturday in January at 2.30pm

LORD DOWDING MEMORIAL SERVICE

Service to commemorate the life of Lord Dowding will include bands, flypast by a Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire of the BBMF (weather permitting), short service and wreath laying.

Contact: Dr Hamish MacLeod Tel. 01683 220314, Mob. 07879 020546Email: [email protected]: 02 September, 2.25pmVenue: Station Park, Beattock Road, MoffatCost: Collection at end of service for RAFA

MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT MOFFAT BRANCH

Contact: Mrs. Elaine HaddowEmail: [email protected]: www.macmillan.org.uk/coffee

23 June Ceilidh in Moffat Town Hall hosted by Moffat Macmillan Group in partnership with the Scottish Rootes Enthusiasts. Bring your own refreshments. A light buffet will be available.

29 Sept Coffee morningVenue: Moffat Town HallTime: 10.30am–12pm

ADVERTISING

MOFFAT TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE9 HIGH STREET, MOFFAT, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG10 9HA

SOUVENIRSTOURIST INFORMATIONDRY CLEANING & LAUNDRYINTERNET CAFE

CARDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS GIFTSCRAFTSCOLLECTIBLES

& UNCLE ROY’S COMESTIBLE CONCOCTIONS

TICKET BOOKING OFFICE

01683 22 12 10 [email protected]

Pet Foods

Garden Centre

FishingGifts

Caravan Site

Family FriendlyEvents

Caravan Storage

PartySoft Play

Crazy Golf

Pet Friendly(Pay & Play)

www.thegreenfrogmoffat.co.uk

Opening Hours: April - October ;- 8am til 5pmOctober - April ;- 9am til 4pm

BENMAR SERVICES

Mace Convenience Store Quality Fuels Available 24 Hrs

Via Overnight Payment Terminal Valeting Facilities:

Bottled Gas, Solid Fuels & Red Diesel. Collect Clubcard points with

every pump - fuel purchase. Newspapers, Magazines, Tobacco,

Confectionery, Snacks, Cakes, Rolls, Fresh Bread & Milk. Soft Drinks,

Ice Cream, Groceries, Food & Coffee to go. Car Care Accessories

Station Road, Moffat. 01683 220010

Open Daily

6.00am – 10.00pm

POST OFFICE

Moffat Post Office All “Local Plus” Postal Services including:

1st & 2nd Class Royal Mail, Special Delivery & Parcelforce Services & Local Collect. Banking, Transcash, Change & A.T.M.

Post Office Savings products, ISA top-up payments, Customer referrals for Travel, Home & Car insurance, Bill Payments incl Electricity Key top-ups, Mobile phone card,

E voucher, Gift Cards & Postal Orders. Travel Money Card,

Euros & Foreign Currency. Visit our website for more information: www.stmichaels-services.co.uk

Hyslop

Hardware

For all your Hardware and Ironmongery needs.

DIY, Tools, Cookware, Electrical, Gardening,

Paints & Cleaning Products. Colour Tinting Specialists

You’ll find it at Hyslop’s.

High Street, Moffat Tel 01683 220042

To our knowledge all our dishes are free of genetically modified ingredients

Opening Hours:from June to August:

Every day 5.30 - 9.30 p.m.Weekends 5.30 - 10.00 p.m.

from September to May (closed Monday):Tuesday to Sunday 5.30 - 9.30 p.m.

Weekends 5.30 - 10.00 p.m.Lunches 12 - 2.30 Wednesdays to Sundays

Gift Vouchers and Carry Out are availableOld Police Station, Moffat. DG10 9DX

Phone/Fax: 01683 220958

AnnandaleCycles.com

SalesServiceRepairs

Caledonian HouseChurchgateMoffat

DG10 9EG

Accommodation - Private Parking - Cycle wash – Lock up

[email protected] – 01683 220 033

Brodies Restaurant, 1-2 Altrive Place, Holm St, MoffatDG10 9EB t:01683 222870 www.brodiesofmoffat.co.uk

and a warm welcome!

afternoon cake stands

Coffeerestaurant

ginlounge

The Moffat Foot Clinic2 Holm Street,

Moffat. DG10 9EB» All types of foot care including nail

cutting, corn & callous removal & verrucae treatment etc

» Video gait analysis» 3D Foot pressure scan» Bespoke insoles

» NEW!! Shoes & slippers designed with built in arch support; foot creams, powders and padding now in stock

Open Mon, Tues & Thurs 9am – 5pm.Evening appointments and home visits also available

Tel 01683 222796

2 Bath Place,High Street,Moffat,DG10 9HJt: 01683 221125 e: [email protected]

Comprehensive eye examinations

Contact lens expertise

Specialist dry eye clinics

Quality eyewear

Eyecare - tailored to you.

INDEPENDENTOPTICIANSANDCONTACT LENSCENTRE

Ambacare is a Complementary Health Clinic offering natural, whole-body health & wellbeing solutions for you and your whole family, based in Moffat Town Centre

CLINICAL THERAPIESOsteopathy Acupuncture Counselling

Cranio-Sacral Therapy Hypnotherapy ShiatsuNutrional Therapy Sports Therapy

Whatever the ailment, we can offer treatment, advice or referral. All therapists and Tutors are registered and highly skilled in their fields.

More information can be found at:www.ambacare.co.uk01683 [email protected] House, High Street, Moffat, DG10 9ED

R. CURRIE ELECTRICALCONTRACTOR

COVERING ALL TYPES OF ELECTRICAL WORKScottish Joint Industry Board Approved Electrician

Registered NICEIC Approved ContractorApproved Certifier of Construction

• NEW BUILD PROPERTIES• ALTERATIONS AND REPAIRS• ADDITIONS• REWIRES• CERTIFICATION• PAT TESTING• ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKS

Free estimates and adviceRoss Currie

4 Firbank RoadJohnstonebridge

LockerbieDG11 1EG

Mobile: 07738 [email protected]

www.electricianslockerbie.co.uk

R. CURRIE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

COVERING ALL TYPES OF ELECTRICAL WORK

Scottish Joint Industry Board Approved Electrician

Registered NICEIC Approved Contractor

Approved Certifier of Construction

• NEW BUILD PROPERTIES • ALTERATIONS & REPAIRS • ADDITIONS • RE-WIRES • CERTIFICATION • PAT TESTING • ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKS

Free estimates and advice

Ross Currie

4 Kirkbank Road

Johnstonebridge

Lockerbie

DG11 1EG

Mobile: 07738083786

[email protected]


R. CURRIE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

COVERING ALL TYPES OF ELECTRICAL WORK

Scottish Joint Industry Board Approved Electrician

Registered NICEIC Approved Contractor

Approved Certifier of Construction

• NEW BUILD PROPERTIES • ALTERATIONS & REPAIRS • ADDITIONS • RE-WIRES • CERTIFICATION • PAT TESTING • ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKS

Free estimates and advice

Ross Currie

4 Kirkbank Road

Johnstonebridge

Lockerbie

DG11 1EG

Mobile: 07738083786

[email protected]


Supplying QualityOutdoor Clothing & Equipment“Specialist Advice on all your outdoor needs”

...and many, many more!

t: 01683 220270e: moffatoutdoors.co.ukw: www.moffatoutdoors.co.uk

Chambers Street, High Street, Moffat DG10 9ED

G G AndersonPainter & Decorator

Tel: 01576 470324 Mob: 07584 353752 Email: [email protected]

café ARIETE

a traditional style café offering tastyfood to order. We serve the very

bestquality coffee, and

ice cream is still freshly made onthe premises.

Try us!12 High Street

MOFFATTel: 01683 220313

Present Time - as last year

Quality furniture and

Accessories for your home

Tel: 01683 221 6761 - 3 ALTRIVE PLACE, HOLM STREET

MOFFAT DG10 9EB

THE BALMORAL HOTELThree Star Traditional Scottish

Coaching Inn

We provide tasty Scottish fayre to bothresidents and non-residents all day

from 11.30am - 9pm.All our food is locally sourced as far as

possible, and freshly cooked in ourcountry kitchen.

High Street, Moffat DG10 9DLTel: 01683 220 288

Email: [email protected]

GIFTS ❤ Children ❅ l HOUSEHOLD ✿ Onesies SOUVENIRSCamping Accessories 5Helium Balloons 6AND MUCH MORE!

Church GateMoffat 07863 176377

café ARIETE





MOFFATTel: 01683 220313





MOFFAT DG10 9EB


Coaching Inn






“Fab! Best restaurant in SW Scotland”

“Very good flavours in a relaxed atmosphere and a reasonable price.

We will be back!”

“We would follow this chef anywhere!”

“Fantastic meals every time we come here. Brilliant service and generally just a lovely

night out every time!”

Just a few of our guest comments.

Hartfell House Hartfell Crescent

Moffat

www.hartfellhouse.co.uk 01683 220153

26 Awards2001-2012’’’

More than 350 of our Fine Food productsAs sold to

Fortnum & Mason, Harrods, Jenners,The National Trust, Baxters, Tower of London,

Farm Shops and Delicatessens, etc.ARE AVAILABLE

to purchase atHARVEST TIME, 24 Well Street

MOFFAT GARDEN CENTRE, High StreetMOFFAT WOOLLEN MILL, Ladyknowe

THINGUMMYJIG, High Streetor on-line at

www.uncleroys.co.uk

GIFTS ❤ Children ❅ l HOUSEHOLD ✿ Onesies SOUVENIRSCamping Accessories 5Helium Balloons 6AND MUCH MORE!

Church GateMoffat 07863 176377

café ARIETE





MOFFATTel: 01683 220313





MOFFAT DG10 9EB


Coaching Inn






“Fab! Best restaurant in SW Scotland”

“Very good flavours in a relaxed atmosphere and a reasonable price.

We will be back!”

“We would follow this chef anywhere!”

“Fantastic meals every time we come here. Brilliant service and generally just a lovely

night out every time!”

Just a few of our guest comments.

Hartfell House Hartfell Crescent

Moffat


26 Awards2001-2012’

More than 350 of our Fine Food productsAs sold to

Fortnum & Mason, Harrods, Jenners,The National Trust, Baxters, Tower of London,

Farm Shops and Delicatessens, etc.ARE AVAILABLE

to purchase atHARVEST TIME, 24 Well Street

MOFFAT GARDEN CENTRE, High StreetMOFFAT WOOLLEN MILL, Ladyknowe

THINGUMMYJIG, High Streetor on-line at

www.uncleroys.co.uk

café ARIETE





MOFFATTel: 01683 220313





MOFFAT DG10 9EB


Coaching Inn






café ARIETE





MOFFATTel: 01683 220313





MOFFAT DG10 9EB


Coaching Inn






A family run hotel with a warm, friendly welcoming atmosphere and long establishedreputation (25yrs) for outstanding hospitality

* Homemade daily specials & sunday roasts* Real ales - large selection of beers and malts* First class en-suite accommodation* Cosy lounge bar, Public bar - large screen(sky)* Air conditioned Restaurant seats 52* Coach parties welcome* Morning coffee, lunches, evening meals* Food served all day on sundays and bank holiday weekends

We are FAMOUS for being the‘Narrowest Hotel As Mentioned inThe Guinness Book Of Records’20 feet wide and 162 feet long ! ! Telephone01683 220156Fax: 01683 221524

The famous

STAR HOTELThe famous

44 High Street, Moffat, Dumfriesshire DG10 9EFEmail: [email protected] Website: www.famousstarhotel.co.uk

3H Inn - Scottish Tourist BoardA family run hotel with a warm, friendly welcoming atmosphere and long established reputation (27yrs) for outstanding hospitality

* Free Wi-Fi

Properties

Residential Sales & Letting Specialists

Are you thinking of buying or selling your

home in 2010?

Are you looking to let or rent a property?

Contact Catherine on

01683 221111

Your local independent estate agents

offering friendly advice & a range of services

to suit your requirements

Home Reports & EPC’s also arranged at

competitive prices – call for details

Over 5,000 jars of sweets on display

Everything from ABC Letters to Zubes

Over 100Malt

WhiskiesIn Stock

When in Moffat, visit ourWorld Famous Shop

One Off ArtsPyrography (wood burning)

and Hand Painted Art & Design

Give a gift that’s extra special

Choose from a wide selection of

handcrafted boxes, from keepsakes to

moneyboxes or tableware to kitchenware,

coffee tables and letterboxes.

Then have any Artwork or Pyrography

of your choice done by hand by

Moffat’s local Artist.

For more information contact Julie

01576 470 359 07717 193 630

[email protected]

A traditional style café offering tasty food to order. We serve

the best quality coffee, and ice cream is still freshly made on the

premises

Try us!

Consistently rated one of the top 3 restaurants in Dumfries and Galloway by Trip advisor

Chef Matt Seddon says I cook what I like to eat

real food, lots of big fla ours, no fuss

Come and try us

and see for yourself

Hartfell House, Hartfell Crescent, Moffat


RTsBISTRO

Call: 01683 221847, visit: www.moffatcan.org

BIKE HIRE AND REPAIRCAR CLUB

CHEAP LOCAL HIRE VECHICLES

MILKROUND DELIVERIESINCLUDING MOFFAT CAN FRUIT, VEG, FISH AND SCOTT’S PRODUCE

GARDENING SERVICESINCLUDING GARDEN WASTE COLLECTION

FOOD WASTE COLLECTIONSFURNITURE UPLIFT

HOUSE CLEARANCESPAT TESTING

(ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE)

Call: 01683 221847, visit: www.moffatcan.org

BIKE HIRE AND REPAIRCAR CLUB

CHEAP LOCAL HIRE VECHICLES

MILKROUND DELIVERIESINCLUDING MOFFAT CAN FRUIT, VEG, FISH AND SCOTT’S PRODUCE

GARDENING SERVICESINCLUDING GARDEN WASTE COLLECTION

FOOD WASTE COLLECTIONSFURNITURE UPLIFT

HOUSE CLEARANCESPAT TESTING

(ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE)

TENNIS

COACHING

With LTA Professional Tennis Coach

Mike McMillin at Beechgrove Tennis Club

All ages and abilities

Individuals and groups

All Year Round!

Please call Mike on 07799 033 797 or

email [email protected] for more

information

SCO

TTIS

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ROOTES ENTHUSIASTS

SRE 28th - 29th June 2014

Moffat, Dumfries

Town Centre assembly of 300 cars on Saturday at mid-day priorto scenic run. Over 900 cars and motorcycles in the showground

on Sunday. Large autojumble both days.

Gordon Bisset, Meadowpark, Kirkton, Dumfries DG1 1SX

Telephone: 01387 710318, Email: [email protected]

www.sre-scot.co.uk/moffat-classic-car-rally-scotland

MOFFAT FUNERAL SERVICES

Unit 9, Holm EstateBallplay Road

MoffatDG10 9JU

The professional, caring, dignif ied service

Tel: 01683 220117(24 hours)

DRUMMOND & MURRAY LTD.Proprietor: - R J Little

PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEERS

Oil - Solid Fuel - Gas

Installation & Maintenance

Conversions

Fitted Kitchens & Bathrooms

Tel: 01683 220065Fax: 01683 221621

36 Well Street,Moffat,

Dumfriesshire,DG10 9DP

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MUNCHIES DELIChurchgate, Moffat

Home made soups -6 different fl avours

Baguettes - half or fullwith choice of fi llings

Filled Rolls

Or Something DifferentToasted Bagels

Hot & Cold Pies

Hot & Cold Drinks

Meal Deal Offers

WALLACE BROS’

Proprietor: - A. J. Wallace

High Class Butchers

WELL STREET,

MOFFAT,

DG10 9DP

Tel: 01683 220056

[email protected]

Stag Hotel21 - 22 High Street

.PGGBUDG10 9HL

01683 220343info@staghotelmoff at.com

Licensee: Sasha Hughes

Food Served Daily11am - 2.30pm & 5pm - 9pmCask Ales - Sky - Big Screen'SFF�#VGGFU�GPS�1BSUJFT��

1IPOF�GPS�EFUBJMTEntertainment most weekends

Check for details

23rd - 24th June 2018

Scottish Rootes Enthusiasts present

The Moffat Classic Car Rally23rd - 24th June 2018

Town Centre assembly of 300 cars on Saturday at mid-day prior to scenic run.Over 900 cars and motorcycles in the showground on Sunday.

Large Auto-jumble/Trade Stands Both days. Childrens entertainment on SundayGordon Bisset, Meadowpark, Kikton, Dumfries. DG1 1SXTelephone: 10387 710 318, Website: www.sre-scot.co.uk

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Lochhouse Farm Retreat - Beattock, Moffat, Dumfriesshire DG10 9SG Tel: 01683 300451

Mobile: 07798 800934 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lochhousefarm.com

Value for money accommodation Bed & Breakfast – Self Catering holiday cottages – Southern Upland Way –

Biker Friendly – close to Auchen Castle Hotel – Free Wi-Fi and Broadband access - Pets welcome Situated on the Southern Upland Way (NT 076 028) Lochhouse Farm is a most attractive property nestling beside

the river Evan in the South of Scotland close to the tourist town of Moffat. There is a delightful courtyard, steading and stone built farmhouse. This is an excellent base to explore the south of Scotland

We hope that Lochhouse Farm will be a place where individuals, couples, families and groups can come to ‘recharge their batteries’. We are accessible to the disabled and able-bodied alike. We are based in Beattock,

just over one mile from Moffat. The farm is close enough to the main roads to make it accessible, but far enough away to be in a quiet riverside setting.

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MARIE CURIE MOFFAT FUNDRAISING GROUP

In Dumfries & Galloway Marie Curie funds 28 palliative care, specialist nurses who provide more 8,000 hours of nursing to those with a terminal illness who are at home or in NHS care. Consequently, regional fundraising is very important and the MC Group in Moffat runs a number of events throughout the year including an Annual Dog Show. Volunteers to help are always welcome and much needed. Local fundraising in DG10: Contact: Angus Sinclair Mob. 07747 563005Email: [email protected] or [email protected] please contact Marie Curie - Helper Service on: 0800 3047024.

MOFFAT ACADEMY PARENT COUNCIL FUNDRAISING AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE

Chair: Alastair Tait Mob. 07932 044137Secretary: Aileen PalmerEmail: [email protected]

MOFFAT AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY COUNCIL

The Community Council seeks to improve the well being of the community . It acts as a focal point for improvement to the town and surrounding area and through a variety of subgroups which the public is encouraged to join.

Contact Secretary: Sylvia Moffat Tel. 01683 220530Email: [email protected]: Moffat Town HallDay: 4th Tuesday of each month (except December date to be

announced). Note there is no meeting in JulyTime: 7pm.

More information can be found on the Dumfries and Galloway Council’s website:https://info.dumgal.gov.uk/communitycouncils

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MOFFAT ART COLLECTIVE

Contact: Robert StaceEmail: [email protected]

We are a group of local artists and makers and hold an annual exhibition of paintings and craft work. We also have other occasional exhibitions across the region. We are currently working on plans to set up studio space in Moffat for painters and crafts people. If you are interested in the visual arts then we would be pleased to hear from you.

2018 Moffat Art ShowDate: 18-19 AugustVenue: Moffat Town HallCost: Free entry

MOFFAT CAN

Moffat CAN have space inside and out that we are managing for community and environmental benefit. We have allotments to let and are planning to develop more community food production over the next couple of years. We have a few commercial tenants in our inside space that enable the sustainability of the whole site, and we are proud to host the Moffat Men’s Shed as a community tenant. Our plans include the creation of business incubator units and general improvements to the site. We will always welcome new volunteers to help with practical tasks or as board members.

Contact: Jon Haydon Tel. 01683 221663Location: Old Church Depot, AnnansideEmail: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/moffatcan

MOFFAT COMMUNITY WOODLANDS

Contact: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/friendsofgallowhillWebsite: www.moffatcommunitywoodlands.comChair: Miles Hargreaves

Moffat Community Woodlands (MCW) is a registered Scottish charity (SCIO) which exists to take on ownership and management of woodlands in the DG10 area. Membership is free, and people of all ages are welcome. Our volunteers help with tree planting and maintenance, and a range of other site management tasks. No particular skill is required, just enthusiasm! We manage Gallow Hill, which we purchased in

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December 2016, for the benefit of the local community and visitors to Moffat. We are replanting this former commercial conifer plantation as mixed broadleaf woodland. Our other plans for the site are based on the community consultation carried out prior to purchase and throughout 2017. During 2018, we will be adding natural play facilities and some picnic benches. Gallow Hill is open all year round and can be accessed at several points.

MOFFAT DANCE

Classes in classical ballet. BBO syllabus. Other classes are available.

Contact: Lynn MorrisonE-mail: [email protected]: MoffatDanceStarsVenue: Moffat Scout HutDay: Friday at 4.30pm for beginners ages 5 to 8Cost: £4 per class

MOFFAT MILL

Contact: Andrew Wilson or Shona Walker Tel. 01683 220134.E-mail: [email protected]: www.ewm.co.uk and www.simplythebestdestinations.co.ukFacebook: Join us on Facebook www.facebook.com/moffatmill to keep up to

date on all our special events during 2016/17.

Whisky Club NightsJoin us at our Whisky Club at Moffat Mill, where you have the opportunity to taste a wide variety of malt whiskies, chat and share knowledge on whisky, enjoy a delicious meal at each club night and have a great evening with friends and fellow whisky lovers.Dates: Friday 04 May, 06 Sept, 30 November 2018, 01 February 2019Time: 6pm - 8pmCost: £10 Annual Membership for 4 club nights (thats 16 full tastings, 4

per club night). FREE tasting/nosing glass to all new members. Meal cost is from £6.95 per club night for 1 course with 2 meal options per evening.

Spring/Summer Launch EveningCome and enjoy Cocktails, Liqueurs and you will benefit from fantastic offers and discounts on the night. We will also have a Local Charity raffle and Local Business Workshops on the night where our customers can get pampered.

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Date: Friday 13 AprilTime: 6pm–8pm.Cost: £6.95 per person.

Autumn/Winter Launch EveningCome and enjoy Winter Punch, Liqueurs & Wine. You will benefit from fantastic offers and discounts on the night. We will also have a Local Charity raffle and Local Business Workshops on the night where our customers can get pampered.Date: Friday 19 OctoberTime: 6pm–8pm.Cost: £6.95 per person.

Gin/Vodka/Wine Tasting Night Come and enjoy our tasting evening which includes a 1 course meal with 2 meal options. On the night we will also have music and great discounted shopping after the tasting.Date: Friday 02 NovemberTime: 6pm–8pmCost: £6.95 per person.

Beer/Cider/Wine Tasting NightCome and enjoy our tasting evening which includes a 1 course meal with 2 meal options. On the night we will also have music and great discounted shopping after the tasting.Date: Friday 23 NovemberTime: 6pm–8pm.Cost: £6.95 per person.

Late Night Christmas ShoppingCome along for great discounted Christmas Shopping, Local Business Workshops, Tastings and Festive cheer.Date: Thursday 29 November, 13th December.Time: 5pm–8pm.

Look out for our exclusive VIP Nights during the year

MOFFAT PROMOTIONS GROUP

Moffat Promotions Group exists to stimulate tourism, economic growth, and commercial activity in Moffat. The group puts on events through the year to bring visitors to our vibrant, friendly town.We work with a number of partners, and are always interested in people who’d like to

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join us, as committee members, volunteers, business sponsors. So if you’d like to hlep make Moffat a happening town, or get your business noticed, please get in touch with us at [email protected] Promotions Group is delighted to be supported by 17 Reasons, Well Street, and Moffat Tourist Information Centre on the High Street

Main Events In 201826 May Fun Day in Station ParkTime: 12 noon–4pmCost: Free

Traditional fun for the whole family. Stalls, food to go, children’s rides, and family boating. The afternoon’s climax is the famous Great Moffat Duck Race: 1000 plastic ducks paddling for their lives! [email protected]

22 July Mass Garage SaleTime: 12 noon–4pmRegistration: £5Maps: £1 Buy your maps outside the Town Hall from 11am on the day

itself [email protected]: 17 Reasons Mob. 07922 735088 or [email protected]: Deadline is 5pm on Friday 20 July

A must for bargain hunters, and an opportunity to explore Moffat’s outstanding conservation town. Be the early bird that catches the worm! Register your garage at 17 Reasons, Well Street, Moffat

27 October Hallow Window WalkTime: 6pmCost: FreeStart: Town Hall Moffat

Moffat goes truly spooktacular for this atmospheric family-friendly walk round Moffat, led by the Mostly Ghostly Team, celebrated Dumfries-based paranormal investigators and tour guides. Be dazzled by the windows decorated in Moffat households and businesses to complete the experience. Other Halloween events are planned, for the same night, including a children’s party at the Town Hall, check Facebook for details. Let us know if you have any spooky tales to tell about Moffat, and dust off your scary costumes to join in the fun.

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02 December (tbc): Moffat Christmas FestivalTime: Noon–duskCost: Free entry to indoor Craft Fairs

Start your Christmas shopping in Moffat. The High Street is transformed into a thriving Street Market complete with Children’s Rides. Two bustling indoor Craft Fairs with quality Christmas-themed products, and live entertainment. Come and see Santa in his Grotto in the Town Hall, and join the count down to the switch on of the famous Moffat Christmas Lights. You can take your own carriage drive around the town to complete the experience.

MOFFAT CHRISTMAS LIGHTS ARE THE [email protected]

31 December Hogmanay in MoffatCost: FreeExperience the special atmosphere as Moffat High Street fills with people to bring in the New Year with a bang in a spectacular firework display at midnight.

Contact Moffat TIC on 01683 221210 [email protected]

MOFFAT SCOTTISH WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Through a lively and varied programme of talks, demonstrations and activities, the SWI provides friendly opportunities for women to meet together.

Contact: Janet Tildesley Tel. 01683 220402Email: [email protected]: September-May, 2nd Thursday evening of the monthVenue: Moffat Town Hall

MOFFAT SHOW SOCIETY (AGRICULTURAL SHOW)

25 August Moffat Open ShowTime: Judging begins 9amVenue: Raehills Meadows, St Ann’s (Free bus from Moffat)Contact: Hazel Crichton (Show Secretary) Tel. 01461 204890Email: [email protected]: www.moffatshow.co.uk

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MOFFAT THEATRE CHOIR (OLD WELL THEATRE)

The Moffat Theatre Choir is celebrating 20 years at the theatre this year. Our repertoire ranges from traditional Scottish music to musicals, classical choral works to music from around the world. Regardless of experience, we welcome singers to join in the enjoyment of learning and creating music in a fun and friendly atmosphere. We also are available to sing for community events. More information, including how to join, upcoming concerts and events, can be found on our website.Venue: Old Well TheatreContact: Erin Bullard Mob. 07784 795278Email: [email protected]: www.oldwelltheatre.co.uk/choir

RehearsalsDay: Wednesday 7:30pm–9:30pm

Concerts27 April – 20th Anniversary Spring ConcertVenue: Old Well TheatreTime: 7:30pmCost: Tickets £8

29 April – 20th Anniversary Spring ConcertVenue: Old Well TheatreTime: 2:30pmCost: Tickets £8

14 December – Christmas ConcertVenue: Old Well TheatreTime: 7:30pmCost: Tickets £8, ages 16 and under £4

16 December – Christmas ConcertVenue: Moffat Town HallTime: 2:30pmCost: Tickets £8, ages 16 and under £4

Coffee Morning15 September Moffat Town Hall

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MOFFAT THISTLE 2010 AFC

Contact: Dave Nelson Mob. 07861 749614Email: [email protected]: Moffat Thistle 2010 AFC

Matches are held weekly on Sunday at Beattock Park. Check the Facebook page for fixtures and come along and support!Training for team football Sunday league.

Day: Thursday 7pm–8.30pm

MOFFAT WATER HALL

This charming rural Hall, with modern kitchen and shower room is available to rent hourly, daily, for overnight stays or longer.

Contact: Julie RoutledgeTel: 01683 221343Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

For information about all hall activities, including the Beer Festival/Hog Roast and the Autumn Fling Dance, find us on Facebook @ Moffat Water Hall (@MWCommunityHall)

MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM (MOFFAT MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM)

Contact: Shaun Duignan (Team Leader)Address: Holm Road, Moffat DG10 9JUEmail: [email protected]: www.moffatmrt.org.ukFacebook: www.facebook.com/moffatmrt

10 June Charity Challenge4 different levels of walks, manned and marked by team members, from an easy family walk to a strenuous full day hike. Details will be available on the website. There is a BBQ at the end of your walk.

MUSEUM (MOFFAT MUSEUM)

The museum is run by an enthusiastic, friendly group of volunteers and we have social evenings, outings and fundraising events regularly throughout the year. There are opportunities to interact with the public, but also to work behind the scenes, learning about researching and conservation, or even just DIY.

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NEW for 2018 – The Merlin Trail Annandale Hub and exhibition is being hosted by Moffat Museum.

Open: 30 March–30 SeptemberContact: Wendy Simpson Tel. 01683 220868Email: [email protected]: www.moffatmuseum.co.uk

01 Sept Coffee Morning to raise funds for the running of Moffat Museum.Venue: Moffat Town HallTime: 10.30amPlease see entry at back of this guide for full details of opening times etc.

MUSIC SOCIETY

Chamber concerts, mainly classical music. The season runs from late August 2018 to late March 2019, on the last Friday of the month.

Contact: Martin Harrison Tel. 01683 221826Email: [email protected]: Old Well Theatre, MoffatTime: 7.30pmMembership Fee: £40, which gives access to all six concertsNon members: £10 per concertTickets from: Moffat Tourist Information Centre, High Street, Tel. 01683 221210,

or at the theatre door on the night.

31 August 2018 Carolyn & Jonathan Sparey (two violins)

28 September 2018 Toni James (piano recital)

26 October 2018 Veronica Henderson (cello) & Katharine Durran (piano)

25 January 2019 Monzani Trio (flute, violin & cello)

22 February 2019 Korka Ensemble (clarinet, violin & piano)

29 March 2019 Alastair Savage Trio (Scottish fiddle, guitar and bass)

NB. Please make a note of the 2019 concerts, as they take place before the publication date of the 2019 What’s On Guide.

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NATURE RESERVE (MOFFAT AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY NATURE RESERVE)

Contact: Darren Flint Mob. 07971 790847Email: [email protected]: www.moffatcommunitynaturereserve.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/Moffat-Community-Nature-Reserve

This once industrial site used for gravel extraction is now a place for people to experience nature. Come and sit in one of the many bird hides and enjoy the views over the lochan busy with wildfowl, or take a walk around the water meadow full of colourful flowers and buzzing with dragonflies in the summer. Why not bring along a picnic? The reserve is open all year round and offers accessible paths to a variety of habitats. Simply follow the brown and white tourism sign from the A701 between Moffat and the M74. Family events are held throughout the year, including bat walks, butterfly spotting and creepy crawlies – follow the Facebook page for more details.

PÉTANQUE (MOFFAT PÉTANQUE CLUB)

The piste in Station Park is open to the public free of charge and boules can be borrowed from the little Boat House at the side of the lake. Visitors are welcome to join in with the club’s games no matter what their level of play. The idea is to enjoy playing. The only restriction would be when we have a match with another club, usually Sunday afternoon, when the club has priority.

Contact: Fran Steventon Tel. 01683 221588Day: Monday evening, Thursday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday

mornings during the season.

PILATES

Contact: Amy Henderson Mob. 07544 320007Venue: The Buccleuch Arms, MoffatDay: Friday 9.15am and 10.15amCost: £6 per session

POTTERY (THE MOFFAT POTTERY)

Now in his 49th year as the Moffat Potter, Gerry Lyons, now 79, produces a range of hand-thrown stoneware studio pottery which is displayed in the shop at the top of Moffat High Street. Also known as the Singing Potter, Gerry has made eight gospel albums which are displayed alongside the pottery. He will play the piano and sing for customers and give throwing demonstrations in his workshop.

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Contact: Gerry Lyons Tel. 01683 220793Email: [email protected]: 20 High Street, Moffat, DG1O 9HL

PROBUS (MOFFAT AND DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB)

The Aim of the Club is to provide a regular meeting point for retired and semi-retired professional and business persons who would appreciate the value, in their retirement, of increased social contacts, and of opportunities to meet others under similar circumstances.The regular meetings shall take place at the Moffat House Hotel on 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10.30am. We invite distinguished speakers from all scopes of life and specialities to share with us their life experiences, technologies and breakthroughs in technology, medicines, farming, health and current affairs.Other events also include Christmas Lunch, Coffee Mornings, Club outing and an annual Regional Probus Clubs Lunch gathering.Current membership is 43 persons and we very much encourage other persons who reside in Moffat & District to join us.For further details, please contact:

Secretary: Chris Howard Tel. 01683 220319President: Safa Ash-Kuri Tel. 01683 220738

PROUDFOOT INDOOR SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB

The Proudfoot has been Moffats Club for over a hundred years. It is a great social facility for the town.

Address: Mansfield Street, Moffat.Tel: 01683 220514.

No membership required for social visits. For Snooker, Table Tennis and Bingo players the annual fee is just £5.00 or for Seniors a mere £2.50.per annum.The club is open every evening from 7pm. The Hall and the meeting rooms are available for hire day or night.

Snooker The snooker room has two magnificent tables.Table tennis Three tables in the hall, and are available Monday to Thursday.

Wenesday is club night with coaching on Wednesday mornings.Carpet bowling Tournaments are held occasionally with the big new year event

on the 2nd Jan.Bingo Held every Friday & Sunday evening at 7.30pm.

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Quiz nights Held on alternate Wednesdays.

Fairy Bod Mother Keep fit enthusiasts can enjoy classes on Tuesday mornings and Thursday evenings.

The licenced lounge bar is open every evening with Pool, Darts and Dominoes always available.We have a ladies darts team in the local league and we host the South of Scotland open darts competition.With its meeting rooms, large kitchen and bar, the club is ideal for private parties, dances and functions. We cope withem all... Weddings, anniversaries, discos, live bands, all can be handled.We are nothing if not versatile.Come along and see for yourself.... everyone always welcome.

RAINBOWS (1st Moffat)

Voluntary organisation for girls aged 5–7 years. Girls attend weekly meetings. For more information about joining, please visit the website.

Contact: Debbie Rothery Mob. 07557 878076 Email: [email protected]: Jenny Kirkwood Mob. 07834 363214 Email: [email protected]: www.girlguiding.org.uk

RAMBLERS

The Moffat Ramblers walk every two weeks, usually on a Thursday or Saturday. We go on a mixture of walk types from easy 5–6-mile walks to more difficult and strenuous walks. The Ramblers allow newcomers to come on the walks twice before being asked to join, so why not give us a try? You will be welcomed, so come and enjoy Scotland’s beautiful scenery and the great outdoors.

Contact: Carole Williams, Secretary Tel. 01683 222828Email: [email protected]

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION SCOTLAND (Legion Scotland) Moffat Branch

We have a monthly coffee morning for Comradeship and Friendship which is held in the Function Room of the Buccleuch Arms Hotel, High Street Moffat. We try to get guest speakers to make the event enjoyable and informative but also the aim of the meeting is to give Members an update on forthcoming events. We have the annual

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business meeting in October, the Remembrance Parade in November and a Christmas lunch in December. All are welcome and we are always looking for new Members and Associate Members.There is a Military Concert in the Town Hall on Saturday 14 April 2018 at 1930 hours.

Contact: Martyn Hawthorn, Moffat Branch SecretaryMobile: 07849 828413Email: [email protected]: Last Wednesday of the month apart from DecemberVenue: Function Room, Buccleuch Arms Hotel, High Street, MoffatWellbeing Officer: Fergie Bell Mob. 07934 436050

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE

Community Transport ServiceThis service is available to anyone over the age of 60 and can be used to travel anywhere you wish to go i.e. hospital appointments, shopping, hairdressers, social events or just for a drive. We charge 60p per mile with a £2.50 booking fee. We are cheaper than a taxi and offer a more personalised service. Please call the number below for more details.

Frozen Meal Delivery ServiceNutritionally balanced high quality meals delivered every two weeks to your home. Both ‘Private’ and ‘Council Subsidised’ services are available. If you feel you could benefit from this service then we’re here to help. Please call the number below for more details.

Lunch ClubA senior citizen’s lunch club is held every Tuesday (between 11.30 am and 1.30 pm) within St John’s Church Hall. The entry fee is £2 and for this you receive a bowl of homemade soup, a filled roll and some delicious homemade baking. Transport to and from the church hall is also provided. This club is organised and run by volunteers.

Contact: Sharon Loy Tel. 01683 221477Email: [email protected]: www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.ukAddress: Units 4/5 HoIm Industrial Estate, Ballplay Road, Moffat DG10 9JUOpen: Weekdays 9am–4pm

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MOFFAT RUGBY CLUB

Hon Secretary: Ashleigh Douglas, Junior Rep & SocialContact: Mob. 07787 437223c/o: 11 Ettrick Drive, Moffat, DG10 9LAVenue: Holm Park, Moffat

28 July Moffat Rugby Club Annual Tens TournamentA great day out for everyone. Come and enjoy an afternoon of some great rugby, fully licenced bar, BBQ, hot and cold drinks and snacks, with sponsored hospitality available with Live Music in the evening from ‘Wired’.

Venue: Moffat Rugby Club, The HoImGates open: 11.30amFirst match: 12 noonEntrance Fee: £2

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING AND CEILIDH DANCING

BEATTOCK CEILIDH DANCERS

Fun evening of ceilidh dancing. Live accordion music and a dance caller. Friendly, informal and good gentle exercise to great music! Beginners welcome. Come and join us.

Contact: Kath Earsman Tel. 01683 221948Venue: Beattock Village HallCost: £2.50 per person (subject to change)Day: October–March first three Mondays of the month 7.30pm–9.30pm

MOFFAT SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING CLUB

Scottish country dancing for all abilities. Come and join us for an enjoyable afternoon.

Contact: Betty MacInnes Tel. 01683 221492Email: [email protected]: September–Easter Tuesday 2pm–4pmVenue: Scout Hut, St Ninian’s Road, DG10 9BQCost: £4 per session or £3 if paid in advance

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SCOUTS

See Cub Scouts and Scout Group

THE STUDIO THEATRE, HOME OF MOFFAT YOUTH THEATRE

Contact: Jane Gray and Catherine MajorEmail: [email protected]: 07511 438885Venue: The Studio Theatre, Dundanion Road, Moffat, DG10 9AHWebsite: www.thestudiotheatre.co.uk

If you’re looking to develop your performance skills, have fun and make friends, The Studio Theatre is the perfect place to flex your creative muscles! We aim to help everyone (re)connect with their unique zone of creative genius, to grow in confidence and to find their voice. Why not come along and find out more?

Regular Activities: Our weekly drama workshops run on Saturdays at the Studio Theatre for young people from 5 to 25. Workshops are priced at £5 per week for younger groups and £6 per session for older groups. If you pay termly, you get £1 off per week.

We also offer intensive workshops with creative practitioners throughout the year, as well as one-off events for everything from stargazing to personal development.

Visit our website for more details.

SINGING

See also Moffat Theatre Choir and Ukuleles in Moffat

CHOIR SINGING GROUPS

Contact: Kate Durran Tel. 01683 220742, Mob. 07811 316400Email: [email protected]: www.katedurran.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/singinginmoffat/ (Moffat Children’s, Youth &

Community Choirs)Venue: Marvig, Academy Road, Moffat DG10 9HWCost: £5 per sessionSessions: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays

Open to all ages and abilities.Please contact Kate to discuss which group would be most suitable for you and/or your child.

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SOUTH OF SCOTLAND TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP

Contact: Michael Goldie Tel: 07340 536377Email: [email protected]: Search – South of Scotland Tennis ChampionshipWebsite: www.dumfriesandgallowaytennis.comVenue: Beechgrove Tennis CourtsClosing dates: 15th July. Online entries at: www.lta.org.uk and search for

“Tournament code: SSC18S0219”Cost: Free to spectatorsDate: Saturday 29 July–04 August

There are 30 events scheduled over 7 days and for the first time we will be running a ladies 40+ singles and doubles event plus both 9 and under boys and girls events. The Championship expects 100 plus players descending on Moffat from under 8s to over 45 events, with gents, ladies, mixed and junior boys and girls events. Players travel from all over Britain to play in the Championships with junior finals happening on most days with the senior finals schedules for Saturday 4th. The Beechgrove Pavilion Café will be open each day and is run by 2 local lads.

THEATRE (OLD WELL THEATRE)

The theatre is owned and run by the volunteers of the Old Well Theatre Trust. It is a home for drama (Upper Annandale Dramatic Society), film (Moffat Movies and Ram Shack Presents), singing (Moffat Theatre Choir – see their separate entry) and music (Moffat Music Society – see their separate entry). The theatre may be hired for private events.

Venue: Old Well Theatre Mob. 07980 460168Contact: Jim McConnell E-mail: [email protected] Website:

www.oldwelltheate.co.uk also on Twitter and FacebookTime: 7.30pm – unless otherwise stated in the events listTicket office: Moffat TIC, High Street, Moffat Tel 01683 221210

23 March Moffat Music Society – Wiltshire Piano Duo24 March Moffat Movies30 March The Ram Shack Presents – film

04 April Old Blind Dogs – a band playing traditional Scots music, with a modern twist

27 April Moffat Theatre Choir – spring concert 7.30pm start - Old Well Theatre28 April Moffat Movies29 April Moffat Theatre Choir – spring concert 2.30pm start – Town Hall

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02–05 May Arsenic and Old Lace – a dark comedy by Joseph Kesselring UADS26 May Moffat Movies27 May Songs of Travel – Vaughan Williams – with baritone David Jones.

David is undertaking a Song Cycle from John o’ Groats to Land’s End in support of Yehudi Menuhin’s Charity Live Music Now. www.song-cycle.com

01 June Joan, Babs and Shelagh Too – The Joan Littlewood Story www.facebook.com/conscioustheatre/

30 June Moffat Movies

06 July The Kaiser and I – a play featuring Dominic Goodwin and Cal Stockbridge

27 July Ian Millar & Dominic Spencer Jazz Duo www.millarandspencer.co.uk/downloads.htm

28 July Moffat Movies

25 August Moffat Movies31 August Moffat Music Society concert

15 September Moffat Theatre Choir – coffee morning in the Town Hall22 September Wave Blues Band – Chicago and Detroit electric blues from 20’s

to 50’s29 September Moffat Movies

03–06 October UADS autumn play27 October Moffat Movies

24 November Moffat Movies27–30 November Pantomime

01 December Pantomime - matinee 2pm and evening performance 7.30pm04–08 December Pantomime14 December Moffat Theatre Choir concert – Theatre 7.30pm15 December Moffat Movies16 December Moffat Theatre Choir – Town Hall 2.30pm

25 January Moffat Music Society concert26 January Moffat Movies

22 February Moffat Music Society concert23 February Moffat Movies

29 March Moffat Music Society concert

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30 March Moffat Movies

Fun Play Reading – Free EventOnce a month, usually the first Monday, we organise a play reading purely for fun. No acting skill required, just the opportunity to have some fun and get to know a few plays.Contact: Norma Fears for more info Tel. 01683 220367Email: [email protected]

TODDLER GROUP (LITTLE STARS TODDLER GROUP)

Social meeting point for parents and carers with children under 5, with occasional stories and singing. Health visitor attends 1st and 3rd Monday.

Contact: Sylvia Crosby Mob. 07768 488279Email: [email protected]: During school term only, Monday and Friday 9.30am–11.30amVenue: St Andrew’s Church Hall

MOFFAT TOWN HALL REDEVELOPMENT TRUST (MTHRT)

MTHRT manages the Town Hall’s facilities for the DG10 Community. D&G Council Offices are separate and run from the Library in the North West corner of the building. The Town Hall is home to: Coffee Mornings (see page 4 of this Guide); the Friday Market; the monthly Sunday Farmers’ Market and others and is centre to events such as the Gala, the Remembrance Sunday pre-gathering and many sporting and social activities including Evergreen Events (the Senior Citizens’ social programme). Town Hall facilities are available for commercial, charitable and private hire which is how the Trust sustains its activities and resources. Three large voluntary organisations are active within MTHRT: Moffat and District Community Club (The Friday Club), the Monday Wellbeing Club and the Community Shop.The Friday Club is open to all in DG10. It has a varied programme of events including music, information, talks, physical and social activity and offers a nutritious meal. Set up by grants from the People and Communities Fund (Scottish Government), the Co-Op and others it is self-sustaining, additional costs being met by MTHRT. It meets most Fridays throughout the year between 10am and 2pm and is, in the main, volunteer-run and supported.The Monday Wellbeing Club a new initiative set up with support from the Scottish Government (Aspiring Communities Fund) offers a meeting place for those with a disability. Social and physical activity, entertainment, general support and a two-course meal are offered. The Club runs on Mondays between 10am–2pm. Please contact the Project Manager Fay Salmon (01683 221102) e-mail moffathall@gmail.

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com for more details. There are 4 professional staff and a number of volunteers in attendance. The Monday Wellbeing Club also runs a Reading Group for those with visual impairment who enjoy reading and discussion - this group meets weekly for 90 minutes. Associated with the Monday Wellbeing is a project supported by the SSE Fund, the Holywood Trust and MTHRT to refit the Disabled toilet, converting it to a Changing Places facility aiming at a 24/7 service. Work is projected to be completed by Summer 2018.The Community Shop fundraises for local charity and sporting organisations by selling donated items. It has a large stock of fascinating pre-owned items and bargains! Applications for grants from the Community Shop are taken twice-yearly and all money raised is disbursed locally The shop’s associated costs - are met by MTHRT. It is open from 10am on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays and has occasional Sunday afternoon and other sales-days as advertised throughout the year. It is growing in reputation and from local support!

Chair: Graham BlackContact: MTHRT AdministratorsTel: 01683 221102Office Open: Monday–Friday 9am–12pmE-mail: [email protected]: www.moffattownhalltrust.co.uk

TWINNING ASSOCIATION (MOFFAT AND DISTRICT TWINNING ASSOCIATION: MDTA)

Established April 2002, MDTA arranges alternating yearly visits between Moffat and Montreuil sur Ille in Brittany. These official visits offer a programme of events to explore the culture, geography and history of the two twinned areas, whilst fostering friendships between twinned families. A group from Montreuil will visit Moffat in late summer 2018. The Association holds regular monthly social meetings, usually with a French theme. There is no requirement for an ability to speak French. Anyone can join and there is no obligation to host French visitors, although this is a very rewarding part of joining for those members who do.

Contact: Bob McGoran, Chairman Tel. 01683 220048Email: [email protected]: www.moffattwinning.co.ukAnnual Subscription: £16 family, £8 individualJune (tbc) Coffee Morning in the Town HallNovember (tbc) Crepes Stall outside the Town Hall at Moffat Christmas Festival

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UKULELES IN MOFFAT

In common with many other places up and down the UK, ukulele playing has become a popular hobby in Moffat. Currently we have two groups of players at various levels of expertise and we would welcome any players or aspiring players who would like to drop in and join us in informal strumming.Contact: Katherine Clemmens Tel. 01683 220001Email: [email protected]: Peter DreghornEmail: [email protected]

Joice, “Joice in with the Voice” is organised by Peter Dreghorn and it aims to facilitate singing in the local area. Everything is free and there is no membership, committee or funds.There is a 6 piece female harmony group called The Linties which meet on Tuesdays and new members are welcome.

They sing pop, celtic, traditional and Scottish folk songs and perform occasionally.A local hotel, The Black Bull hosts a Joice sing around session for singers and players who are beginners or semi professionals. It meets most Wednesdays from 8 to 10pmA Ukulele Group – Joice Ukulele or Jukebox meets on Friday Morning, currently there are 8 members, new participants always welcome.Remembrance Day Service is a special day where Joice singers present war songs and protest songs to a packed congregation.Musical Minds is held once a month for locals to sing who have dementia or the onset of memory loss, to aid recall and enjoy music. Singers from the Joice Network contribute to the session.Support for individual singers and basic accompanying techniques is available.There are numerous possibilities to perform locally at Care Homes, local clubs, hotels and other venues.

Contact: Peter Dreghorn Mob. 07810505323 or Tel. 01683 221450

For more formal instruction, some of us travel to Dumfries for lessons through Dumfries & Galloway Strummers and Singers (DUKES)

Website: www.ukuleleworkshopsinscotland.comFacebook: Loving and Learning Ukulele in Dumfries and Galloway

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UPPER ANNANDALE ANGLING ASSOCIATION

We have eight miles of the 35-mile River Annan in two beats: Upper Beat south of Moffat and Applegarth nearer Lockerbie. Salmon are catch and release by law this year. Sea Trout and HUGE Brown Trout and Grayling on both beats. Grayling and Chub on Applegarth.Day permits from Benmar Services, Moffat; Annandale Hotel, Moffat, and Red House Hotel, Wamphray. Under 18s fish free but must have a permit.Winter Grayling/Coarse permits from Benmar, 01 December–31 March.Contact: Andy Dickson, Secretary/Treasurer Tel. 01683 300592, Mob. 07971 764022Email: [email protected]: @UpperAnnanWebsites: www.riverannan.co.uk www.riverannan.co.uk/upper

WILDLIFE CLUB (MOFFAT AND DISTRICT WILDLIFE CLUB)

At each meeting a speaker gives an illustrated presentation on various wildlife topics and also discusses recent wildlife sightings/issues.

Contact: Iain Anderson Tel. 01683 220006 (day) or 01683 221374 (evening) Email: [email protected]: www.moffatwildlife.co.ukDay: September–March 2nd Friday of each month, indoor meetings Day: 7.30pmVenue: Moffat Town HallSubscription: Adults £10, joint membership £18, under 16 freeRegular Meetings: Wednesday and Saturday 10am–1pm at the reserve

We need help with maintenance work and conservation work at our Dyke Farm Nature Reserve. No experience needed – just wellies and enthusiasm!

05 May Coffee Morning – fundraising event with the usual stalls to hopefully allow conservation work at Dyke Farm Nature Reserve.

Time: 10.30amCost: Adults £1.50, under 16 free

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WRITERS

MOFFAT WRITERS

Moffat Writers welcomes writers of all levels, from absolute beginner to published writers. With a focus on creative fiction, all participants are encouraged to share and discuss their work, talk about ideas, opportunities and aims in a supportive and friendly setting. Visitors are always welcome.

Contact: Linda Wright Mob. 07825 128362Email: [email protected]: Groups – Moffat WritersVenue: Buccleuch Arms HotelDay: 2nd and 4th Monday of each monthAnnual Subscription: None

MOFFAT CRIME WRITERS

Moffat Crime Writers is a gathering of writers who are all published or aiming to be published. This is a discussion group about the business of crime writing: sharing information on agents, publishers, marketing, opportunities, techniques and ideas in a supportive and friendly setting. Please contact by email for more information.

Contact: Linda Wright Mob. 07825 128362Email: [email protected]: Groups – Moffat Crime WritersVenue: Buccleuch Arms HotelDay: 1st Thursday of each monthAnnual Subscription: None

MUSEUM WRITERS

Starting in April 2018 we will run through the spring and summer while the museum is open for the season. Participants will discuss and write about a variety of artefacts, take part in exercises designed to stimulate creativity, and be shown how to take their writing from first drafts to polished artefacts in their own right. Details to be confirmed so please email Eryl Shields in the first instance.

Contact: Eryl ShieldsEmail: [email protected]: TBCVenue: Moffat MuseumTime: TBC

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YOGA

One to ones and various days and weekends of yoga, mantra chanting, meditation & walking.

Contact: Jackie Le Brocq, Tel. 01683 220981, Text. 07809 290049Email: [email protected]

Beattock Village HallDay: Monday Class: Yoga, 10am–11.15amCost: £5 drop in, £24 (block of 6)

Day: Monday Class: Meditation, 5.45pm–6.45pmCost: £7 drop in

Buccleuch Hotel, MoffatDay: WednesdayClass: Yoga, 6pm & 7.30pmCost: £12 drop in, £54 (block of 6)

Heathhall Community Centre, DumfriesDay: ThursdayClass: Yoga, 5.45pm–7.30pmCost: £9 drop in, £42 (block of 6)

ZUMBA

Contact: Hayley Mobl. 07846 373420Cost: £5 per class (subject to possible alteration)

Classes in BeattockVenue: Beattock Village HallDay: Tuesday 7pm–8pm

Classes in MoffatVenue: Beechgrove Sport BarnDay: Saturday 10am–11am

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VISIT MOFFAT | PLACES TO VISIT

PLACES TO VISIT

MOFFATASIA/STATION PARK

Moffatasia is a free interactive water feature where children can play during their visit to Station Park in Moffat. Enjoy the mushroom jets, fountains and water cannons of Moffatasia as well as the putting, boating pond, children’s play area and picnic area. Moffatasia fountain activation pads are responsive to wheelchairs and the area is suitable for people of all abilities.

Tel. 01683 220697

The park will open at Easter with opening times as follows:Term time: 10.30am–5.30pmEaster Holidays: 12.30pm–4.30pm

May and June: Weekends OnlySummer Holidays: 10.30am–5.30 pmTerm time: 12.30pm–4.30pm

September: Weekends only

The attractions at the park will close at the end of September.

Station Park is open all year.

All of the above times are weather dependent.

BEECHGROVE PARK/BEECHGROVE SPORTS CENTRE

Contact: Beechgrove sports centre Tel. 01683 220697Website: www.dumgal.gov.uk

Come and enjoy Bowling (please contact Beechgrove Bowling Club) or Tennis in Beechgrove Park. Tennis season tickets, session tickets and equipment hire available at Beechgrove Sports Centre. The Centre has a wide range of indoor activities as well as a Fitness Suite.Games Hall available for casual bookings, indoor football, badminton etc.

Open: Monday–Friday 1pm–9pmTerm Time: Monday–Friday 1pm–8pmSummer Holidays: Saturday 10am–3pm Sunday 3pm–8pm

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VISIT MOFFAT | PLACES TO VISIT

MOFFAT MUSEUM

Harthope House, Churchgate, Moffat. Tel. 01683 220868

The entrance is opposite St Andrew’s Church. The Museum, including the Old Bakehouse, tells the story of Moffat from prehistory to the present, including a model railway, hands-on artefacts, and video.

Open: 30 March–30 SeptemberTime: Monday to Saturday 10.30am–4.30pm Sunday 1.30pm–4.30pm Wednesday Closed

MOFFAT AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY NATURE RESERVE

Contact: Darren FlintEmail: [email protected]: www.moffatcommunitynaturereserve.com

Located in former quarry workings, this once industrial site has been transformed into an accessible nature reserve complete with lochan, seasonally flooded meadow, wading bird scrape and numerous hides, shelters and picnic spots. Follow the hard surface paths around the reserve to discover a world of bugs and beasties, birds and butterflies – bringing wildlife right to Moffat’s doorstep. There are numerous information boards and magniposts around the site allowing you to explore any treasures you find along the way.The Trust, which has responsibility for the reserve, has joined forces during 2017 with the Castle Loch Lochmaben Community Trust to share the services of a Project Officer, Darren Flint. Look out for details of a range of events for all ages and interests throughout the coming year.Next to the site is Moffat Wildlife Club’s Dyke Farm reserve. Wildlife Club members are enthusiastic supporters of the community reserve and their adjacent reserve offers an opportunity to extend your visit and explore a tranquil setting of ponds and woodland.Follow the brown tourism sign from the A701 Beattock Road to the reserve car park. Open all year, 7 days a week. Admission Free.Organised viewings can be arranged via email and the Facebook page (moffat-community- nature-reserve).

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VISIT MOFFAT | EMERGENCY PLAN

Moffat & Beattock Community Emergency Plan

All Dumfries & Galloway Community Councils have been charged to produce a community resilience plan that could be implemented should an emergency situation arise that required resource and assistance from within the community. Such instances could be isolation of the community due to severe weather conditions, a major incident, loss of critical utilities etc.

The plan would be implemented should such an emergency arise and be on the advice of the police or D&G Council; information from the community may have a significant influence on such a decision.

Such a plan has now been produced and is now in place. In Moffat there is a team of 11 local people who have a copy of the plan and some of the relevant resources available to the community and the contact numbers. In Moffat for example, three potential rescue centres have been identified; availability and need at the time would determine what resources are required to cater for that particular situation. Centres could be staffed by the resilience team members or other volunteers. In Beattock the Village Hall would be used and, if needed, Beattock School.

The Resilience control centre has been set up in the Proudfoot Institute, with resilience type of equipment and a portable generator, which could supply some basic power, in the control room, Grants are being pursued to make the kitchen more fit for purpose.

It is the responsibility of local residents to ensure that they have their own plan and resources available such that they could sustain themselves for up to 72 hours, in terms of basic provisions etc. Residents not already on a ‘list’ who may require assistance in whatever form are urged to contact the Royal Voluntary Service in Moffat and

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complete a Personal Emergency Plan, which will be kept on the confidential (RVS) file and be acted upon should the resilience plan be activated. Other ‘agencies’ hold such lists, which again can be accessed to ensure the appropriate assistance.

For information during an emergency or to see if an emergency has been called, then access local news media, the town hall notice board, Community Council Facebook page, the Police Facebook page, www. DGVost.uk and Benmar service station.

On the page opposite you will find some relevant emergency telephone numbers, plus space to add your own. Keep this booklet in a place where, in an emergency, it is near to hand.

The local plan is staffed by volunteers who have no statutory authority; that lies with the various professional agencies, thus local planning can help prepare a community for occasions when support from other organisations (for whatever reason) is not immediately available or which may be limited in scope or capacity.

Should flooding be the issue, then see the Flood Group entry earlier in this booklet. Sand bags are available from group members and sand is located at The Green Frog and Annanside Depot, while both sand and bags are at the Proudfoot. Other resilience type equipment is also held at the Proudfoot.

Now the control centre has been set up in the Proudfoot, the intention is to hold a local resilience exercise to test our systems and processes early in this year. A national exercise was held in 2015 to some acclaim based on Moffat Academy, with lessons learned.

In 2017 the Moffat resilience plan was voted best in Dumfries and Galloway, at a volunteers award ceremony.

David Booth, Moffat and District Community Council Resilience Plan Coordinator

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Moffat & Beattock Community Emergency Plan

In the event of an emergency in Moffat or Beattock please have in

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USEFUL NUMBERS

Police ScotlandEmergency - 999Other - 101

Scottish Power 0800 092 9290

Scottish Water 0800 077 8778

Scottish Gas 0800 111 999

Scottish Environment Protection Agency 0300 099 6699

Floodline 0345 988 1188

NHS 24 111

Dumfries & Galloway Council030 33 33 300001461 207043 (during office hours)

Resilience Co-ordinator – David Booth

Deputy - John McGonigle

01683 220 918 / 07802 223612

01683 220 918

Resilience Co-ordinator Beattock –

Martin Brown01683 300451

Royal Voluntary Service - sharon Loy 01683 221477

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