The new D&G Climate Hub has been off to a busy start since its November 2023 launch. This is a Scottish Government funded initiative hosted by the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere. Climate officer Sarah Thomas is covering Wigtownshire and Stewartry supporting community climate action, while Annandale & Eskdale and Nithsdale is covered by climate officer Steven Clark.

Groups across the Glenkens have been hard at work to turn the Glenkens Land Use Vision into reality.

It’s 6:30am and, armed with my tow float, I take a deep breath and plunge into the ice cold loch. Frost twinkles as the water laps all around as I swim. I feel clarity and calm. It’s stunning, so peaceful, yet 100% invigorating.

With recent exciting developments, The Loch Ken Trust is seeking extra support from the community to make their future plans the best they can be.

Two useful reports into the energy efficiency of our Galloway buildings have been published by the Glenkens Community and Arts Trust (GCAT).

What a year it has been for the Loch Ken Trust!
Our Annual General Meeting was held in November, and it was great to reflect on all our achievements throughout 2022.