by Communications TEAM | Mar 10, 2026 | Announcement, News
We have received a summary of projects and programmes from Recyke-a-Bike:
- City&Guilds – We will be running City&Guilds Level 1 Bike Mechanic courses (4 days) throughout the year for individuals aged 16-25 who are not in training, education or employment. Free to attend and a great addition to your CV. Reply to this email for more information (free)
- InspiRide – Employability, Wellness and Training – InspiRide our 6-week training course for anyone 16+ who is not in training, education or employment restarts on April 20th. The course includes bike mechanic skills, mountain biking, tailored employability support, wellness and more. Email inspiride@recyke-a-bike.co.uk for more information (free)
- Young Carers – offering group rides, days out and free bikes to Young Carers in the Forth Valley area. (free)
- Bikes and a Blether – RaBble rides for adults – join us for a ride and a free hot drink. Pedal at a relaxed speed, taking in the scenery and meeting new people. Book via Eventbite – The Other RaBble Ride- for everyone Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite (free)
- Bike donations – we are incredibly short on 24” and small 26” bikes, which typically go into our free bikes projects (hopefully more about them in April when we hope funding will be confirmed). If you’re able to donate a bike to us please drop it into the shop, your nearest recycling centre or pop us an email and we can collect.Recyke-a-bike: Tel: 01786 359465
Email: eloise@recyke-a-bike.co.uk
by Communications TEAM | Feb 26, 2026 | Announcement
“Stirling Council flooding team would like to invite all those interested to attend our upcoming engagement events for the Bridge of Allan Flood Protection Scheme at the Bridge of Allan Library in February/March. “
Forthcoming drop in sessions at the Bridge of Allan Library:
- Monday March 2nd 2pm – 5pm
- Tues March 3rd, 3.30 – 6.30pm
Online Microsoft teams: Mon 9th March 7pm – 8pm (details in poster linked below)
The Bridge of Allan Flood Protection Scheme is now in the
final stages of detailed design. The drop in sessions will
provide information on the current status and next steps. The
project is due for construction from June 2026, lasting approx.
18 months.
Further info in this poster from Stirling Council
by Communications TEAM | Feb 26, 2026 | Announcement
The Community Council have received this communication from SEPA, with an attach document regarding their Flood Risk Management Consultation:
People across Scotland are being asked to help inform future plans by sharing their experiences of flooding.
People across Scotland are being invited to share their experiences of local flooding issues to help inform how flood risk is managed in their communities, as work continues on Scotland’s next Flood Risk Management Plans.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency’s (SEPA) public consultation, launched on Wednesday 21st January, focuses on finding out about local flooding concerns in areas identified as having the highest flood risk. The feedback will help inform Flood Risk Management Plans (FRMP) covering 2028 to 2034, which will set out how Scotland reduces the impacts of flooding and builds resilience for the future.
Flooding is already affecting communities across Scotland, and climate change is increasing the likelihood of heavier rainfall and more frequent storms. SEPA’s most recent National Flood Risk Assessment (2025) shows that around 400,000 homes, businesses and vital services, around one in eight across Scotland, are currently in areas at medium risk of flooding. This number is projected to rise to around 634,000 by 2100 as the climate continues to change.
The FRMP consultation builds on work carried out in 2024, when Potentially Vulnerable Areas were reviewed, and consulted on, to identify where highest flood risk is most likely now and in the future. These areas help focus attention and investment where flooding is most widespread or complex, and where partnership working is essential to reduce impacts.
The current consultation marks the next step in that process, focusing on gathering local insight to ensure future plans reflect lived experience. Running until 22nd April, it asks communities to share their main flooding concerns and highlight projects, initiatives or actions already helping to manage flood risk.
The aim is to help develop Flood Risk Management Plans that support resilient, well-informed communities, recognising the role of individuals, organisations and partnerships alongside national agencies and local authorities in adapting to a changing climate.
Eleanor Cooper, SEPA’s Head of Environment Forecasting and Warning, said:
“Flood risk in Scotland is increasing as our climate changes, and many communities are already experiencing the effects. The National Flood Risk Assessment published last year shows why it’s so important to plan ahead and work together to reduce the impacts of flooding.
“This consultation is about listening to communities and learning from local experience. By sharing concerns, experience and knowledge, people can help inform our understanding of flood risk in their area and support the development of flood risk management planning.”
The consultation is part of a two-stage process. A second, more detailed consultation will begin from December 2026, when further information on flood risk, objectives and proposed actions will be published in partnership with local authorities. The final Flood Risk Management Plans are due to be published in December 2027.
People can find out more in this document: and take part in the consultation Flood Risk Management Phase 1 Consultation
by Communications TEAM | Feb 20, 2026 | Announcement, Current Issues, News
Are you interested in getting more involved in the local community? Do you want to make things better for local residents?
Bridge of Allan Community Council is currently looking to co-opt up to four new members to our membership.
We act as a voice for our local community, ensuring local views feed into planning and decision making for our area. As a Community Councillor you’ll be involved in planning for our area, hosting community events, participating in partnership events with other local community organisations and taking forward actions that local residents have told us are important.
We hold 10 meetings per year, taking place on the third Tuesday of each month (excluding December and July) in the Allan Centre.
if you’re interested in joining, or want to find out more, please get in touch with karen@ccbridgeofallan.org.uk. You can apply to join by completing the nomination co-option form and submitting it to contact@ccbridgeofallan.org.uk by Tuesday 10th March.
by Communications TEAM | Jan 16, 2026 | Announcement
Kieran Johnston of the Scottish Water Land Strategy Team has send this invitation:
We’re pleased to share details of an upcoming tree planting volunteer day taking place in January at Cocksburn Reservoir, Stirling, delivered as part of Scottish Water’s woodland creation programme.
This event offers a great opportunity to get outdoors, support biodiversity, protect water quality, and contribute to Scotland’s journey towards net zero. Volunteers will be helping to plant native trees under the guidance of our Reservoir Ranger team, with all tools and teas and coffees provided.
Event details:
Date: Saturday 24 January 2026
Session options:
Further information and booking details can be found at the eventbrite link, and though free it is necessary to book places.
by Communications TEAM | Jan 16, 2026 | Announcement
Mairi McIntosh, Access and Sustainable Transport Office has communicated details of upcoming works that will impact sections of the core path network in the Bridge of Allan area over the next three months. These works will require two temporary diversions, both due to commence on Monday 19 January 2026. I hope that these temporary arrangements will not be unduly inconvenient for path users, and I am very pleased that the works being undertaken will help secure the long-term future of these much-loved routes.
She apologies for the short notice as permission from Naturescot as the Darn Walk diversion was dependant on their permission, which has just been received.
Diversion 1 – Core Path 9078Du/02 (Lecropt to Allan Water)
This diversion relates to the closure of the pedestrian railway bridge on Core Path 9078Du/02. The closure is required to allow Network Rail to carry out extensive repairs to the bridge.
Diversion dates: 19 January to 17 May 2026
Location: Railway bridge between Lecropt and the Allan Water
The map linked here shows the diversion over Gallow Hill:
Map of diversion between Lecropt and Allan Water
Diversion 2 – Core Path 9078Ba/16 (Darn Walk, Stevenson’s Cave)
The second diversion is located at Stevenson’s Cave on the Darn Walk and is required to allow for the replacement of the existing boardwalk with a new structure.
Diversion dates: 19 January to 2nd February 2026
In the map linked here, follow the green route, avoiding the red route past the Cave:
Map of diversion avoiding Stevenson’s Cave section of Darn Walk
