Your Weekly news Friday 16th January 2026
Hi All,
Here is the weekly news from the Community Council and the Village Hall.
Ardentinny Community Council News
Emergency Temporary Restriction for A815 Cowal
Received from Argyll and Bute Council as a consequence of the recent landslip, I have also attached the public notices that include maps to this email:
Emergency Temporary Traffic Restrictions for the A815, Cowal.
The following restriction will be in effect from today, 14 January 2025:
The first order is for an overnight road closure.
Emergency Prohibition of Traffic
Between 16:00 and 08:30, from 14 January 2026 to 4 February 2026, when indicated by signage.
The second order is a full road closure. This order is precautionary and will only be implemented in the event of a further landslip, should conditions deteriorate and require an extended closure for safety reasons.
Emergency Prohibition of Traffic
A full road closure, when indicated by signage,
from 00:01 on 14 January 2026 to 23:59 on 4 February 2026.
Ardentinny Beach and Picnic Site Update
As you will be aware, that due to the issues regarding anti-social behaviour and overcrowding at the beach and picnic area, the Community Council has persistently tried to engage with the Visitor Management Team at FLS (Forestry and Land Scotland) to make improvements. However, this has to date resulted in a minimal to zero response to our requests for more patrols and improved site management.
We contacted the National Park regarding our concerns and our National Park Rep (Shonny Paterson) held a meeting today with the Chair, Chief executive, and senior officers at Loch Lomond national park headquarters to discuss the issues that Ardentinny community council have raised with him regarding anti-social behaviour and planning. We look forward to hearing the outcome of this meeting and what the National Park recommends. We will keep you informed on this and how any recommendations could be used to press FLS to make improvements that reduce anti-social behaviour and manage visitor numbers.
Ardentinny Outdoor Centre Fundraising Ceilidh
We’re currently raising funds for several exciting projects, including a brand-new ropes course, minibus purchase, and other upgrades to make the centre even better. To help us get there, we’re hosting a Ceilidh Fundraiser — and we’d love you to join us!
If anyone can donate raffle prizes please get in touch.
Date: 14/02/26
Venue: Ardentinny Outdoor Centre
Tickets: £15 per person (under 8 free)
Enjoy a lively night of music and dancing with the fantastic Inverhooley Ceilidh Band, plus some tasty finger food to keep you fuelled for the dance floor!
If you’d rather not travel home after a few tipples, rooms are available to rent for the night — just ask for details when booking.
To reserve your tickets or enquire about accommodation, email danielle@ardentinnycentre.org.uk
Cash tickets can also be collected directly from the centre by arrangement
What’s on Dunoon
For your information here is a link to the webpage which shows What’s on around Dunoon.
Ardentinny Community Council Facebook page and Website
The Community Council website can be found here - www.ardentinnycc.co.uk
The Facebook page has been updated, search for Ardentinny Community Council and we have an Instagram site under the same name.
Regards
John
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Ardentinny Village Hall Weekly News
Quiz Nights – Looking for Quizmasters
If anyone would like to run a quiz, please get in touch with the Hall Management Team
ardentinnyvillagehall8@gmail.com
Hall Cleaning Request
Also help would be greatly appreciated in the regular cleaning of the hall.
Usually on a Wednesday morning at 10am but this can be whenever suits you. A calendar is on the hall notice board please just add your name if able to help.
Quiz Nights – Looking for Quizmasters
If anyone would like to run a quiz, please get in touch with the Hall Management Team
ardentinnyvillagehall8@gmail.com
Many thanks Helen
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