Christmas Past - Brighter Bridge of Weir


All that time preparing for the festivities and - suddenly - they’re over. But, just as our Christmas and New Year events celebrate winter, there are other events to mark the coming of spring and Brighter Bridge of Weir mean to celebrate those as never before. More details of their plans will follow in the next couple of issues of the Advertizer.


bishopton, langbank & bridge of weir


Bishopton - Beginners Crochet Class Bishopton Community Centre every Tuesday from 1pm - 3pm. Phone Lynne for details on 01505 705222.


Langbank SWRI - Scottish Night - 19th Jan


The committee would like to wish all our members a Happy 2012. On Thursday the 19th January we will hold our annual Scottish Night in The Village Centre at 7.30pm. Please remember we will be serving haggis, neaps and tatties.


Langbank - St Andrew’s Day Lunch


Fifty villagers enjoyed a delicious three course meal, followed by tea and homebaking.The lunch committee were delighted with all the favourable comments, cards and letters.


It was great to see so many guests wearing tartan.Thanks to everyone who donated prizes, and the very generous villager who provided wine for all the diners. It was a very enjoyable afternoon, and hopefully can be repeated in 2012.


Langbank Village Lunch Committee.


Looking back over the Christmas and New Year period, the last issue showed members of the group preparing the elements that were intended to complement the seasonal lights installed by the Community Council and the Festival Committee. Judging by the comments of local residents, their work was well received.


The usual lighting display on the trees at Livery Walk was augmented by displays at Neva Place, Advance Place and on Main Street itself.


Thanks are due to those residents and businesses who so willingly allowed Brighter Bridge of Weir to install the illuminated wreaths, trees and other decorations on their property. Among those are Roy Holmes Butcher, Colin and Rona McGinn The Gryffe Advertizer, Gryffe Motor Engineers and Baytree Interiors. The displays were threatened somewhat by the severe weather that affected the country on the 8th December but all was ok.


As Brighter Bridge of Weir’s Secretary, Hamish Henderson said: “The forecast of gale to hurricane force winds certainly got some of us out, double- checking that trees, lights and garlands were secure. Thanks to those hardy souls who responded to my early-morning calls for assistance!”


Looking forward to the new season, Brighter Bridge of Weir, ably assisted by members of the Bridge of Weir Angling Club (River), cleared waste ground on the south side of the cycle track at Torr Road in preparation for more planting there. Plans are also being made for the riverside walk between Bridge of Weir and Crosslee.


Brighter Bridge of Weir and other local groups are working in partnership with Renfrewshire Council and our Councillors to reclaim this area for the benefit of residents and visitors alike.


Brighter Bridge of Weir rely on the support of local people to achieve their aims. If you can help in any way, either by giving a few hours of your time or by contributing towards costs, you can be assured that your contribution will be recognised. Visit the group’s website at www.brighterbridgeofweir. org for more information.


Property of the month


Bridge of Weir - Public Meeting Community Growing Grounds


Proposal for the community to grow their own vegetables on a local site in close proximity to Bridge of Weir


If you are interested in being part of this please come along to a Public Meeting to be held at The Bridge, Main St, Bridge of Weir on Tuesday 24th January 2012 at 7.30pm.


Further info: Anna McKenzie 01505 612082 mygardenanna@gmail.com


Bridge of Weir History Society


Meetings held on Mondays in the Freeland Church Hall at 8pm. For further details please contact either Rosemary (614252) or Lorraine (612202).


The Bridge


Opening times are:- • Monday 9am-5pm • Tuesday 1pm-5pm • Wed/Thurs 10am-2pm • Friday 1pm-5pm • Saturday 9am-1pm


www.Thebridge-bridgeofweir.org Lace Group


BoW Group meets fortnightly during winter months, on Tuesdays from 10-12 noon. Further details from Thelma Youngson (01505) 613967


Bridge of Weir SWRI


The first meeting of the New Year will be held on Thursday 5th Jan at 7.15 for 7.30pm in the British Legion Hall when it will be a Make-over Night by Boots.


Lunch Club


St Machar’s Ranfurly Lunch Club meets on the last Friday of each month at 12noon - 1.30pm and costs £2.50 for soup and sandwiches, tea or coffee and a biscuit.


Women’s Register


The Local branch of NWR meet informally every fortnight on a Tuesday in each other’s homes in Bridge of Weir and Kilmacolm and would love to hear from you. If you would like more information please phone 01505 612472.


This is a good quality Extended 3 Bedroomed Family sized Semi Detached Villa. The property has Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating - there is a degree of upgrading required.


This property is bound to attract considerable interest and is located with a sought after location / address in the ever popular village of Bridge of Weir.


The accommodation comprises – A good sized welcoming Reception Hall with deep under stairs cupboard. There is a large bright bay windowed Lounge with traditional focal point fireplace. From here a door leads into a generous Dining Room which in turn is open plan to a spacious Sitting Room / Sun room. The Kitchen has doors to the sunroom and the hall. The kitchen is fitted with a good range of floor and wall mounted units, electric cooker with extractor hood.


The Upper Landing gives access to 3 good Bedrooms (Bed 1 has built in wardrobes). The Bathroom is fitted with a 3 piece white suite (wash hand basin, WC & bath) and over-bath electric shower with screen.


The property has really good family Garden grounds. To the Rear these are enclosed, private and easily kept being mainly under lawn. The Front and side gardens of the property provide ample parking on the driveway.


There is a long Garage with storage room / wash house to the rear . This is a good Family Home in a great location.


Call our office on 01505 874000.


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