by Amanda Coulthard | Aug 7, 2025 | announcement, Announcement, announcementspage, News
As we prepare for the short term closure of the local co-op in Bridge of Allan we want to make sure residents have access to all useful information in one place.
As you know, a new store is being developed for opening in 2026 and there are a few things that have to happen to make that possible.
- Saturday 9 August – Co-op store, cash machine and car park close
- Monday 11 August – work begins on the temporary store and Keir St will close to allow for a drainage connection
- Tuesday 26 August – likely pavement closure for BT Openreach works
- Monday 8 September – main work begins
- Early October – temp store, and cash machine, open for the period of the new build
- Spring 2026 – New Store open and parking spaces reopened
We know some residents are worried about shopping during the 6-8 weeks that the store is fully closed. However local shops and businesses have rallied round to make sure most supplies are available in the village. To top up on shopping you can pop in to:
- Allanwater Papers
- Baynes
- Bridge of Allan Hardware
- Cullen’s Butchers
- Strathallan Pharmacy
Stirling food train have also confirmed they’ll be on hand to assist any residents who can’t get to the shops. you can get in touch with them on 01786 450536 to talk about the support they offer.
if you need more help or are looking for some advice both Bridge of Allan Parish Church and St Saviour’s are available to talk through options, as well as the Community Council.
by Communications TEAM | Jul 15, 2025 | Announcement, announcementspage, News
Media Release from Stirling Council:
Businesses across Stirling encouraged to apply for premises improvement funding
Businesses across Stirling are being encouraged to apply for up to £20,000 of funding to improve their premises.
Stirling Council’s Premises Improvement Grant supports the growth of local businesses by improving the local environment and energy efficiency, as well raising the profile of the area’s city, towns and villages.
From a total funding pot of £200,000, eligible businesses can apply for grants between £2,000 and £20,000. The closing date for applications is Friday 8 August 2025.
The grants aim to deliver a wide range of benefits. These include: additional footfall to key commercial areas, improvements to buildings and public spaces; a boost to civic pride and community wellbeing; reduced carbon emissions; and enhanced commercial confidence leading to increased inward investment.
Read the full story about the new fund that businesses across Stirling can apply to for projects to improve their premises -click here
For more information, visit: https://www.stirling.gov.uk/business-and-licences/stirling-council-ukspf-premises-improvement-grant-2025-2026
by Communications TEAM | Jun 17, 2025 | Announcement, announcementspage, News, webpage
Three Stirling Council Consultations have surveys now open through June and July (and one until end of August):
Sustainable Transport System Survey
The council is asking for feedback on its Sustainable Mobility Strategy (further details click here: https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/sustainable-mobility ) which sets out how Stirling will transition to a transport system that is environmentally friendly, economically efficient and safe. All types of travel are covered in the wide-ranging strategy, including public transport, walking, cycling, wheeling and driving. Some of the proposed projects include: developing a planned network of urban and rural active travel routes, supporting the electrification of the bus fleet, making a case for a new train station at Bannockburn/Cowie, identifying sites for additional electric vehicle chargers and supporting the uptake of zero emission freight vehicles.
There will also be a survey on travel demand. This will ask people about an important journey they take, such as getting to work or school, visiting shops or spending time with friends and family.
https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/folders/sustainable-mobility-strategy-and-travel-demand-survey (Open until End of July)
Walk, Cycle, Live Stirling Consultation Survey
Stirling Council are seeking feedback on the newly-opened Walk, Cycle, Live Stirling project to ensure this transformative active travel infrastructure reflects the needs and priorities of communities and will be a crucial part of Stirling’s future transport network. The new infrastructure will also lay the foundations for future connections to Clackmannanshire and the wider Forth Valley region, some of which are currently out for consultation.
The survey is an opportunity for people to share their thoughts on the current infrastructure, potential improvements and any barriers they face when choosing to travel actively.
Survey Link: https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/folders/walk-cycle-live-stirling (Open until 31st August 2025)
Further information about the Walk Cycle Live project: (https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/walk-cycle-live-stirling)
Local Housing Strategy (2026–2031) Consultation
The Local Housing Strategy is a five-year plan that outlines our housing priorities and the actions we’ll take to meet local needs. It’s essential that this plan reflects the voices of communities across Stirling—especially those who are often under-represented. There is a drop-in session at the Bridge of Allan Library, 26th June 10am to 1pm, where people can speak to the Housing Team directly about their views, priorities and experiences. Also there is the online Early Engagement Survey:
https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/local-housing-strategy-2026-31 ((closes Monday 28 July 2025))
by Amanda Coulthard | Jun 2, 2025 | announcement, Current Issues, News, Planning
We need your input to help us finalise our Local Place Plan for Bridge of Allan. After a successful engagement day on 24 May in the Church Hall, our engagement boards are now in the local library until Friday 13 June. If you get the chance please pop in and leave your thoughts on our feedback sheets, or come say hi to us at Picnic in the Park on 14 June at Memorial Park.
Don’t worry if you cant make it in for any reason – there are other ways to stay involved. Our key themes and question areas are laid out below – just drop a comment or an email with anything you want us to capture.
Biodiversity and Greenspace
- what can we do to enhance, protect and increase biodiversity?
- How could we make better use of our greenspace including parks and woodland?
- Do we need more / different opportunities for community food growing
Getting Around, Transport and Active travel
- Is our current public transport provision usable and accessible?
- Is the cycle and walking network sufficient to support active travel?
Housing
- People have told us Bridge of Allan needs more housing. Are there areas in Bridge of Allan that you’d support or oppose for more housing?
- What type of housing would you like to see or do you think we need? This could be 3 bed plus homes, 1-2 bed homes, sheltered housing, starter/affordable homes, flats, or other options?
- What does affordable housing mean to you?
Our Physical Environment
- Do you think we have sufficient parking in Bridge of Allan? If not, where might we need additional parking options?
- What would you like to see happen with the vacant sites around the centre of Bridge of Allan?
- What kind of things do you think should happen with the vacant Guala (plastics/UCP) site?
Drop us an email contact@ccbridgeofallan.org.uk or comment below with any thoughts
by Communications TEAM | May 9, 2025 | announcement, announcementspage, News
To celebrate the 40 th anniversary of the reopening of Bridge of Allan Railway Station,
two local members of Strathallan Community Rail Partnership are giving
talks on the early development of railways and the railway in Bridge of
Allan. This is a free event and everyone is welcome to attend.
Lecropt Parish Church Hall
13 th May 2025
2.15 pm- 4.15pm
(arrival and refreshments from 2.15pm. Presentations start at 2.45pm)
Click here for event poster
by Communications TEAM | May 7, 2025 | announcement, announcementspage, Current Issues, News
Stirling Council’s Senior Active Travel Project Manager is hosting two public drop in sessions to support online engagement on active travel routes that impact on Bridge of Allan. There will be print-outs of designs available and the team will be gathering feedback and answering questions on the whole route. Paper copies of the online survey will also be available. Sessions are:
Saturday 17th May 10:00 – 12:00 and 13:00 – 15:00 at Recyke-a-Bike, Causewayhead
Friday 23rd May 16:30 – 20:00 at the Allan Centre PE Room, Bridge of Allan
Just turn up or register so they have an idea of attendance level: at: https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/events/
Both events will also have information about the Manor Powis to Causewayhead active travel route which is currently being consulted on.
Online survey is here: https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/folders/north-stirling-active-travel
