An elephant crossed the valley
NEW VALLEY BOOK LAUNCHES! A new book by Mary W Craig telling the long, fascinating story of our valley, launches very soon with launch nights in Fountainhall, Heriot and Stow. All welcome, refreshments courtesy of the Parish of Stow Community Council which has funded the project. Come along and hear all about the history of […]
Tour of Britain route details
TOUR OF BRITAIN ROUTE DETAILS Scottish Borders Council has published details of when and where the Tour of Britain cycle route will travel and information for spectators. Roads may be busier than normal, with traffic interrupted to allow the cyclists to proceed. See the Borders Council website for details.
Tour of Britain arrives
TOUR OF BRITAIN ARRIVES TODAY! The Tour of Britain arrives in the valley today – passing through Heriot and Stow before travelling on to Edinburgh. There’s a lot happening in Stow today: 9.30 – BIKE CHECKS at the Cycle Hub, Station House 10am – PUMP TRACK open, Stow Park FROM NOON (NOTE UPDATED TIME) THE […]
Station House tours today
STATION HOUSE TOURS today! The Stow Station House will be open today until 2.00pm for visits and again next weekend from 10.00-2.00 on both Saturday and Sunday. You are welcome to see the renovated building, including the future bar, dining area and snug. The Cycle Hub w ill also be open at these times, ready […]
Tour of Britain update
TOUR OF BRITAIN UPDATE from the SCT The Tour of Britain is coming to the valley. Let’s show the very best of Stow and Heriot and make our visitors welcome! LET’S MAKE OUR MARK AND WELCOME THIS WORLD FAMOUS EVENT BY DECORATING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR HOUSE AND GARDEN – ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE ON […]
Walking Festival Tours
GALA WATER VALLEY TOURS, TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE. The two walking tours starting in Stow on the weekend of the Scottish Borders Walking Festival still have tickets available. The Gala Water History and Heritage Association has developed a new history tour of Stow looking at the village’s many legends and rich medieval history. From the prehistoric […]
Village Hall open again
HEART OF FOUNTAINHALL The Village Hall is now open again! This popular asset at the heart of the community is now available to hire. #Galawater #StowofWedale #scottishborders The SWI recommence their activities with an open meeting on 8 September then normal meetings on the third Wednesday evening of every month, starting on 15 September.
Walk It!
STOW WALK IT The weekly walks continue in Stow… Remember you can join our Tuesday walk at 12.30 at the Station House for a 45 min walk. It’s a great way to get a break if you’re sitting in front of a computer screen all day or just to enjoy our beautiful countryside. Our Thursday […]
Stow Station House Tours
STOW STATION HOUSE TOURS Stow Community Trust invites you to visit the beautifully-renovated Station House and have a look around! SCT Board members will be available to give you a tour on the following dates: Saturday 4th September – 10am – 2pm Sunday 5th September – 10am – 2pm Friday 10th September – 2 – […]
Wedale tweets!
WEDALE TWEETS! Twitter users can now follow a new account for the valley. For news from the Community Council and Community Trust, stories and information about Stow, Fountainhall and the Gala Water Valley, go to @StowOfWedale
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