Glenkens News
Balmaclellan Local Place Plan now open for formal consultation
Following almost a year's consultation and development work led by Balmaclellan Community Council, the draft Balmaclellan Local Place Plan is now ready for its final consultation.
Balmaclellan: Local Place Planning update
Following a drop-in session in February and the circulation of a questionnaire, the Community Council has considered all the responses submitted, and now wants to hear the community's views on the draft Action Plan and Community Objectives.
Road closure notifications from Dumfries & Galloway Council
Dumfries and Galloway Council have notified residents of two road closures in coming weeks.
Balmaclellan residents - don't miss the opportunity to spell out your views on Balmaclellan's future development
Balmaclellan Community Council wants to hear from all residents about what is good and what could be better about Balmaclellan.
Balmaclellan residents: have your say!
Balmaclellan’s Local Place Plan will offer a once-in-a-decade opportunity for residents to express their views on how the village should develop, what works well, what is missing, and what could be improved.
Take part in COP29 and help shape climate justice
At COP29, the UN climate summit taking place from 11th November to 22nd November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the main issue for discussion will be finance to allow poorer countries to not only cope with climate change but also to transition to cleaner energy and cut their carbon emissions.
Not all heroes wear capes - could you help Balmaclellan Village Hall?
Balmaclellan Village Hall are looking for people who like to give a little and people who like to give a little more - both are more than welcome!
The Stewartry Birdwatchers
The Stewartry Birdwatchers always welcome non-members at our meetings.
Glenkens Youth Correspondent - Balmaclellan
What does Outlander's Sam Heughan, a witch and Old Mortality have in common? They have all got links to Balmaclellan; not bad for somewhere with a population of around 130 people! When I heard about the witch I had to find out more...
The 1983 Helicopter Crash
Just over forty years ago, a helicopter crashed on Mid Standard Hill near Balmaclellan.
Five Heritage Hubs assemble for a mega-Saturday celebrating Galloway’s past
Saturday 16th September is a special day for anyone interested in the local heritage and history of Galloway, with five heritage offerings in the Ken/Dee valley coming together to celebrate a community-led approach to local history and records.

