The Friends of Kinneil are disappointed by the approval today by Falkirk Council's Executive Committee of a proposed new 10-year 'Masterplan' for Kinneil Estate despite the concerns about its flaws. Masterplan adopted despite concerns on its content, and uncertainty around facilities for visitors The document was adopted after a Labour motion for delay to allow… Continue reading Concerns as flawed 10-year Masterplan adopted
Author: Friends of Kinneil
New Kinneil Masterplan needs more work, Friends to tell Councillors
The Friends of Kinneil will next week urge Falkirk Councillors across parties not to approve a proposed new 10-year 'Masterplan' for historic Kinneil Estate until more work is done on it, firmer commitments are included, and uncertainty around the future of the estate's main existing visitor facilities is resolved. New 10-year plan to improve visitor… Continue reading New Kinneil Masterplan needs more work, Friends to tell Councillors
Free Kinneil House ghost tours & Hallowe’en activities this Saturday, 25 October
Book now for free family tours, with an eerie twist, inside historic Kinneil House this Saturday afternoon, 25 October. The return of this popular Hallowe'en-themed event is being organised by the Friends of Kinneil volunteers, in association with Historic Environment Scotland. Will the shy ghost of the 'White Lady' of Kinneil House be spotted this… Continue reading Free Kinneil House ghost tours & Hallowe’en activities this Saturday, 25 October
Free Roman ‘Doors Open Day’ on Saturday 27 September
Come and view Kinneil House, see a Roman encampment alongside mediaeval re-enactors, and other family activities, on Saturday 27 September. See the spectacle of the Antonine Guard's encampment Historic Scotland are opening the house for free from 10am-4pm in support of the national 'Doors Open Day' scheme. For this date only, there is no need… Continue reading Free Roman ‘Doors Open Day’ on Saturday 27 September
Kinneil Hill Climb this weekend, 5-7 September: historic racing cars on Scotland’s oldest track
Historic motor sport returns to Kinneil Estate this weekend: come along to the Bo'ness Speed Hill Climb from 5-7 September - organised by the Bo'ness Sporting Automobile Club (BSAC). On Saturday 6 September and Sunday 7 September, around 80+ classic and historic racing cars from across the UK will be tackling Scotland's oldest permanent race… Continue reading Kinneil Hill Climb this weekend, 5-7 September: historic racing cars on Scotland’s oldest track
Give your views on revamped forestry plans for Kinneil Woods
All who enjoy Kinneil Woods are encouraged to give their views on a fresh management plan for Kinneil Woods, and/or to join two consultation walks in the woods which are being led by those putting forward the plans. Areas of overgrown conifers in Kinneil Woods still need to be felled under the fresh forestry plan… Continue reading Give your views on revamped forestry plans for Kinneil Woods
Have your say on deficient Kinneil plans
Everyone interested in Kinneil Estate is encouraged to make their voices heard as Falkirk Council have begun a consultation on a draft new 10-year 'Masterplan' for 2026-36 for Kinneil Estate. The consultation includes a survey and six drop-in sessions* in Bo'ness where people can find out more from Council staff and express their views. All… Continue reading Have your say on deficient Kinneil plans
Step Back Into Science at Kinneil – free event, Monday 5 May
Head to historic Kinneil Estate in Bo'ness from 11am-3pm (no booking needed) this Bank Holiday Monday, 5 May, for a free event for all the family as part of this year's Falkirk Science Festival! 'Step Back Into Science' returns for a second year to this year's festival - join an exciting and creative journey through… Continue reading Step Back Into Science at Kinneil – free event, Monday 5 May
Green Gym volunteering opportunity continues at Kinneil Estate
Following the appointment of a new project officer, The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) for Scotland are continuing their Green GymTM sessions at Kinneil Estate in Bo’ness on Thursday mornings between 10am and 1pm. The sessions are open to all volunteers from the community. These sessions are weekly and up to three hours in length. Volunteers can… Continue reading Green Gym volunteering opportunity continues at Kinneil Estate
Easter Saturday and Sunday at Kinneil
Kinneil House is now open for guided tours of the interiors, including the renowned painted rooms, every Saturday at 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Book tickets via the Historic Environment Scotland web page for Kinneil House. There's also a volunteer-led guided outdoor walk on Saturdays at 12 noon - free, no booking needed! This… Continue reading Easter Saturday and Sunday at Kinneil
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