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Construction of Zebra Crossing on Doune Rd - 16 Feb/ 1 Mar

03 February 2026
Construction of Zebra Crossing on Doune Rd - 16 Feb/ 1 Mar

Works to install a zebra crossing on Doune Road, Dunblane are scheduled to be undertaken between the 16th of February and the 1st of March 2026. The works are to be undertaken using two-way traffic lights and access to properties and pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the works. Nikki Slack,...

No Changes Planned for Keir Roundabout

22 January 2026
No Changes Planned for Keir Roundabout

Please see the response attached to Mark Ruskell's queries about the Keir Roundabout.

Lord Provost Rosie Meets William & Kate at the Peak

22 January 2026
Lord Provost Rosie Meets William & Kate at the Peak

Lord Provost Rosemary Fraser was among those to welcome The Prince andPrincess of Wales to Stirling yesterday (21 Jan) for a visit thatcelebrated the area's sport, creativity and community spirit. The Prince and Princess, known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay inScotland, started their tour at the National Curling...

Council’s 'Big Conversation' budget gap survey

08 January 2026
Council’s 'Big Conversation' budget gap survey

Residents are being urged to have their say on proposals to help address Stirling Council’s estimated £12.25 million budget shortfall next year (2026-27). A new survey has been launched that sets out potential ways for the council to raise more income, make savings and deliver services differently.The consultation continues the council’s Big Conversation with...

Gwen Mayor Trust project grants

03 January 2026
Gwen Mayor Trust project grants

The Gwen Mayor Trust, a charity established in memory of Dunblane Primary School teacher Gwen Mayor, has announced the nursery and primary school arts, sports, culture and community projects it is providing funding support for this year. The charity was established by, and is administered by, the EIS and has...

CROMLIX CLOSES ITS DOORS FOR LATEST UPGRADE 

21 December 2025
CROMLIX CLOSES ITS DOORS FOR LATEST UPGRADE 

Cromlix, the five-star country house hotel in Kinbuck owned by Andy and Kim Murray, will be closing this January for major building work. From 4th January 2026, the hotel will be shutting its doors as the next phase of construction continues until May 2026. The hotel is adding two new...

Formation of 400kV substation at Shindour Feddal Hill Wood Braco

17 December 2025
Formation of 400kV substation at Shindour Feddal Hill Wood Braco

The Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by Planning etc (Scotland)  Act 2006 RE: Formation of 400kV substation comprising erection of control building, engineering operations, formation of hardstanding, access track, temporary laydown/work compound areas and drainage, installation of plant and machinery, alterations to existing track and associated...

Festive Bin Collections

12 December 2025
Festive Bin Collections

Households and businesses across the Stirling area will have temporary adjustments to their waste and recycling collection schedules over the festive period. Residents are also being encouraged to recycle and re-use at a time of the year when there is typically increased waste and recycling produced at home. There will be no waste and...

Santa's Sleigh Routes

08 December 2025
Santa's Sleigh Routes

Santa's Sleigh is coming to a street near you! 8th-12th December. See Scout Group's Facebook page for the route each evening.

5 Star Dunblane Primary School Nursery Inspection

30 November 2025
5 Star Dunblane Primary School Nursery Inspection

Staff and children at Dunblane Primary School Nursery are celebratingafter receiving high praise during a recent visit from the CareInspectorate.Following a visit from the national regulator in September, the Nurseryhas been commended for its staff, leadership, setting and standard ofplay, care and learning, receiving ratings of 5 ('Very Good') across...

Another Great Extravaganza

27 November 2025
Another Great Extravaganza

https://www.facebook.com/p/Dunblane-Christmas-Extravaganza-100095422216366/

New Partnership to Tackle Underage Drinking in Dunblane

27 November 2025
New Partnership to Tackle Underage Drinking in Dunblane

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/new-partnership-aims-tackle-underage-36249033

Dunblane Gets New Evening Train Services

27 November 2025
Dunblane Gets New Evening Train Services

The changes will start with the new timetable on 14th December. Additional evening services will operate between Edinburgh Waverley and Dunblane, providing, for the first time, two trains per hour Monday to Saturday, calling at all stations. https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/changes-our-timetables

Lord Provost Rosie Switches on the Lights

20 November 2025
Lord Provost Rosie Switches on the Lights

Saturday (15 November) featured a day of Christmas themed family funtopped with an appearance from Santa and Mrs Claus who joined new LordProvost Rosemary Fraser as they switched on the lights from the roundelat King Street. This came after a parade led by the City of Stirling Pipe Band, theStirling...

Should Dunblane Be Doing A Lot More for the Murrays?

20 November 2025
Should Dunblane Be Doing A Lot More for the Murrays?

Judy Murray expressed sadness about Dunblane's failure to get behind her £20m world class tennis centre in an article in the Sun.  

Read Dunblane's Local Place Plan

11 November 2025
Read Dunblane's Local Place Plan

Dunblane's Local Place Plan was submitted to Stirling Council's planning service on 31 October 2025. READ THE LPP HERE The Chair of the Community Council, Anna Jarchow-MacDonald, received this email from the Council's planners   Dear Anna I am pleased to confirm receipt of Dunblane's LPP - thank you. Congratulations...

Stirling Council elects Rosie Fraser

11 November 2025
Stirling Council elects Rosie Fraser

Local woman, Rosie Fraser, has been elected the new Lord Mayor of Stirling. Rosie raised her family in Dunblane and is know to many as the person who set up Weigh Ahead in Dunblane's High Street. She sits as a Councillor for the Forth & Endrick Ward in the rural...

Deep Clean for Dunblane Streets

28 October 2025
Deep Clean for Dunblane Streets

Investment in community deep cleans across Stirling  Targeted deep cleans of neighbourhoods across Stirling are taking place throughout the autumn and winter months to help improve the living environment for local residents. Focused teams are carrying out a thorough removal of weeds, litter, dog fouling, dumped items, graffiti and vegetation...

Ember E8 (Glasgow to Inverness) Comes to Dunblane

13 October 2025
Ember E8 (Glasgow to Inverness) Comes to Dunblane

Details from the company are below : https://www.ember.to/news/#new-glasgow-to-inverness-service-7-Oct-2025

Hydro to Reopen as Apex Dunblane Hydro on 28 November

07 October 2025
Hydro to Reopen as Apex Dunblane Hydro on 28 November

Promotional video about Dunblane : https://www.apexhotels.co.uk/destinations/dunblane/ Article about the upgrade : https://www.insider.co.uk/news/dunblane-hydro-set-reopen-apex-36019974

Transport Scotland on Monitoring Safety at Keir Roundabout

04 October 2025
Transport Scotland on Monitoring Safety at Keir Roundabout

Read the letter from Transport Scotland      

NHS Forth Valley’s Population Health & Care Strategy

04 October 2025
NHS Forth Valley’s Population Health & Care Strategy

NHS Forth Valley’s Population Health & Care Strategy 2025 – 2035 sets out a bold vision to improve the health and wellbeing of all residents by focusing on prevention, reducing inequalities, and delivering care closer to home. It reflects extensive community engagement and aligns with national health priorities. Our Vision Our vision is...

Glassingall Estate For Sale

26 September 2025
Glassingall Estate For Sale

https://search.savills.com/property-detail/gbedrseds250104 According to the spec, this offers : Exciting prospect of building on the site of a demolished country house.

Proposed Local Place Plan - End of Information Period 24/10/25

26 September 2025
Proposed Local Place Plan - End of Information Period 24/10/25

"This is the Proposed Local Place Plan for Dunblane. The end of theInformation Notice period is 24th October 2025."

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