Scottish Monkey Flower – Stirling University – Final Report

We have been very lucky to have hosted a recent study by biologist Dr Mario Vallejo-Marin from the University of Stirling. Dr Vallejo-Marin’s research has been focused on a new species of Scottish monkey flower, created by the union of two foreign plant species on the bank of a Leadhills...

Leadhills Gala Duck Race

Sunday 6th May 2018 In the recent glorious sunshine the annual Duck Race was another huge success. 830 ducks went down Shortcleuch Water by the Hass. The day was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone that attended and value funds were raised for the Gala Day. Unbelievably 1st & 2nd place were...

Join the World’s Largest Treasure Hunt

GEOCACHING ON THE LEADHILLS ESTATE Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting game that gets all the family involved in the great outdoors. All you need is a pair of walking boots, a raincoat, an object to swap once you reach the treasure and of course the essential piece of kit...

Leadhills Information Day – Information & Feedback

Leadhills Information Day – A1 Board Thank you for attending the recent drop in session with Lord Hopetoun and the Leadhills Estate team. Despite the weather, we were really pleased with the turn out and the feedback provided. The information we provided on the day can be viewed on the...

Estate support community to resurace vital road

— http://www.carlukegazette.co.uk/news/leadhills-villagers-rebuild-the-road-themselves-1-4382689

Leadhill’s Estate worked with the villagers and Community Council recently to help resurface a vital artery within the village. Store Brae has not been resurfaced since 1967 and was in a poor condition. This project is a great example of a community pulling together to make key improvements to the...

New Life on the Leadhills – – Dog Walker’s Guidelines

— http://www.outdooraccess-scotland.com/sites/default/files/docs/dog_owners_leaflet.pdf

We are very lucky to live and work in the Leadhill’s. The beautiful scenery provides a fabulous habitat for new life. We remind all dog owners of your responsibility when walking your pets in the area – please see the attached link to refresh yourself of The Outdoor Access rules for dog...

Leadhill’s Estate support Pre-school Charity Auction

The Leadhill’s Estate were delighted to donate a butchered lamb to the Leadhill’s Primary Pre School ‘Toddle Waddle’ on the 31st March. The Auction was to raise funds for the The Edinburgh Sick Kids Foundation. The Toddle Waddle was a huge success which all the children involved thoroughly enjoyed taking...

Harryburn Wind Farm Public Exhibition

RWE Innogy have confirmed dates for two public exhibitions inviting the local community to find out more about the proposed Harryburn Wind Farm. Crawford Date: Wednesday 14th September Venue: Crawford Hall Time: 3.30pm until 8.30pm Leadhills Date Thursday 15th September Venue: Leadhills Hall Time: 3.30pm – 8.30pm