The Isle of Whithorn in Bloom

The Isle in Bloom project started in the Spring of 2002 - its objective: to promote the village with the creation of attractive floral and landscaped features, notably the public areas that tend to be ubiquitous grass patches or roadside verges that get routine mowing by the local council.

Getting things to grow in a location that is next to the sea is a challenge, making sure they survive (even though the climate is incredibly mild here thanks to the Gulf Stream) into the following season is another!

Small volunteer working parties have been clearing seaweed from the daffodils by the harbour wall; repainting the Cairn and part of the harbour wall; cleaning the burn; trimming and clearing rough grass in the playground area, and clearing grass verges ready for planting.

Planters, strategically located, including one in the form of an old dinghy. Isle in Bloom is grateful to donations of plants from many villagers, as well as Cotland Nursery at Wigtown, Soleburn Nursery near Stranraer and some generous sponsorship from Whitbread Action Earth.

Many people have welcomed the improved appearance in the Village, and the Committee would like to progress on this next year. However, Committee does have a major problem in this aim. In order to achieve any further improvements they must have more active volunteers.

Please will you help? Just a few hours of your time on one particular project or perhaps a spot of watering throughout the Summer would be of great assistance.

For further details contact Norma Whitton
email tighbeag@onetel.com

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