SYP Elections 2023

Are you a young person who wants to make a difference in their community and the wider country?

The Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP) is the democratically elected voice of Scotland’s young people. Around 160 young people aged 14 – 25 are elected every two years to represent every part of Scotland and campaign for positive change.

The next SYP elections will take place in November and applications are now open!

If you live in Scotland and will be aged between 14 and 25 on Sunday 19th November 2023, you are eligible to stand in the next Scottish Youth Parliament elections.

You can find out more about how to stand as a candidate in the election, what the process involves and the role of an MSYP, visit: https://syp.org.uk/get-involved/elections/

St Vincent’s Hospice Memory Walk

Join St Vincent’s Hospice on Sunday 27th August as we gather for our first ever Forget Me Not Memory Walk. Our walk around Castle Semple Loch is a great chance to get together with friends and family, recall memories of loved ones and support the Hospice. There are two routes to choose from, 5k and 10k so everyone can get involved. Dogs are welcome to join in too.

Who will you walk for? Walk for your loved ones at our first Forget Me Not Memory Walk.

When you cross the finish line, celebrate with your medal, knowing you that you have walked to give patients and families affected by life limiting illness the care and support that they deserve.

Forget Me Not Memory Walk is a fundraising charity event, as we need to raise £2.1 million to continue providing vital end of life care for local people and their families. Any sponsorship raised will really make a difference.

To sign up please visit: https://stvincentshospice.org/st-vincents-events/

Brookfield Bowling Club

Brookfield Bowling Club held its annual Invitation Triples Competition for the Morag Malcolm Trophy on the first Sunday in July. The prize money for this tournament which attracts a wide number of entrants from across the district is sponsored by the Malcolm Group.

This year the final was contested by a team from Brookfield against a team from Kilmacolm. The picture above shows the teams before the final (left to right) Diane Harrison, Chris King and Michelle King from Kilmacolm and Margaret Graham, Peter Connell and Marlene Rogan from Brookfield. The victor’s spoils went to the home team.

In the previous Club competition, members competed in an all-day mixed pairs competition for the Lindsay Plate. The winners were Colin Greig and Moira Wilson who beat Peter and Maureen Fraser in the Final.

We are still recruiting for new members who will be made extremely welcome. Please phone 07388 779215 or e-mail: Brookfield. Bowls@gmail.com or pop down on a Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday at 1.45pm and make yourself known.

Erskine Health Walk

Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project in Erskine on Thursday afternoons for their inclusive FREE health walk!

From 10th August - 21st December from Midday to 1pm.

The walk starts and finishes at The Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland Shop, 3 Bridgewater Shopping Centre, Erskine, PA8 7AA.

This low level, inclusive health walk is open to everyone - walks are free, social and last approximately 1 hour.

Please contact the Walking for Health team before attending - call Jacq on 07388 378605 or email walking@chss.org.uk for further information.

Ranfurly Castle Golf Club

Another Treble victory for the Castle Following on from their success in the Muirhead Trophy in June, over local rivals Old Course Ranfurly, Ranfurly Castle and Kilmacolm Golf Clubs played for the Rancolm Cup on Sunday 9th July.

The Castle team retained the Cup for the 3rd year in a row, with a winning score of 5 1/2 to 1 1/2 points. Congratulations to the players from both clubs for an exciting, friendly game. The spirit continued with a few refreshments being consumed over an excellent lunch – thanks go to Leanna and her team.

Step aerobic Class

Freeland Church, Main Street, Bridge of Weir (Opposite Amaretto)

Tuesday: 7pm

STEP is making a huge comeback in popularity. It is a great workout for all fitness levels, high or low intensity. Why not come along and have fun whilst working out.

T Mo 07505 126416

Jennifer Sloan

Physiotherapy Led Pilates

Kilmacolm Community Centre

Wednesdays: 6.15pm - 7.15pm 7.30pm - 8.30pm

Thursdays: 9.30am - 10.30am

T Jennifer 07731 303709 E jennifer-mcghee@hotmail.co.uk

Clyde Physiotherapy Pilates classes

St Machars Church Hall, Bridge of Weir

Monday: 9.30am / 10.40am / 7pm

Booking essential. Zoom option also available.

T Yvonne 07786 224 367 E yvonne@clydephysiotherapy.co.uk

Zumba

Freelands Church, Main Street, Bridge of Weir (Opposite Amaretto)

Monday: 10am

Love to dance? Why not come along and dance to fantastic music and feel FAB. All fitness levels welcome. From the YOUNG to the YOUNG AT HEART.

T Mo 07505 126 416

Move it or Lose it!

Gourock, Bridge of Weir, Greenock, Kilmacolm, Houston, Kilbarchan & Langbank (new class)

Classes aimed at ladies & gents over 60. We focus on Flexibility, Aerobic Health, Balance and Strength (FABS) exercises. Sessions include music to spark memories! First class free for new members

W www.moveitorloseit.co.uk

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T Fiona 07811 766672

Sk fitness

Ranfurly Castle Golf Club, Old Pro Shop, Golf Course Road, Bridge of Weir

GROUP PT: Mon: 9am & 6pm, Tues: 7pm, Thurs: 9am, Frid: 9am

ULTIMATE FATBURN: Mon: 5pm, Tues: 8am, Wed:

Birkmyre FREE Women’s Rugby Fit Class: Wednesdays 7pm - 8pm. Meet at Birkmyre Park. No experience necessary!

35 Years of Care and an amazing Calendar of Events

St Vincent’s Hospice are celebrating 35 years of care in style!

35th Birthday Challenge – July to December

Whether you want to set yourself a summer target of being more active, or channel your inner Mary Berry with a bake sale, get creative and host a Garden Party or take the plunge into an ice bath…it is up to you! Minimum fundraising of £135.

W stvincentshospice.org/35th-birthday-club/ Golf Day, Ranfurly Old Course – 25th August

We welcome our teams with breakfast rolls, tea and coffee before heading out for the Shotgun start. With challenges throughout such as Beat the Pro, Longest Drive and Nearest the Pin. Followed by a two-course lunch, auction, raffle, entertainment and prize giving to see who will be the worthy winners of our 2023 St Vincent’s Hospice Shield. Sponsored by Arnold Clark

W stvincentshospice.org/fundraising-events/ golf-day-2023/ E emma.donald@svh.co.uk

Loch Ness 24 – 26th to 27th August

An epic 24hr solo or team relay trail running race on the banks of the world’s most famous Loch. Take a break anytime you need, soak up the camaraderie at the event village and camp out under the stars in the most iconic location.

W www.lochness24.co.uk/charity (use Promo Code - STVIN23 to get your free place). Minimum fundraising of £185.

Ranfurly Castle Ladies

The busy summer season continues at the Castle and the ladies have had competitions every Wednesday, with mostly dry weather.

Grans Stableford Competition was won by Carol Barnes, runner-up was Mary Craig.

There was a very good turn out in support of Karen Binning for Lady Captain’s Day. Scratch prize Denise Cowan, Silver winner Vivien Howe and Bronze winner Pat Pennel. The McLachlan Cup, a Foursomes Competition, was won by Helen Abram and Mary Hardie. The fun Australian Scramble saw 10 teams of 3 competing, while also looking for hidden kangaroos!! The winning team consisted of Denise Cowan, Karen Mackenzie and Mary Hardie. The kangaroo hunt caused a lot of frustration, but great fun - no one managed to find all 7!

21 Past Lady Captains played in a team stableford over 12 holes. The weather was excellent and everyone enjoyed the day. A further 7 ladies joined the golfers for a lovely lunch and the winning team on the day consisted of Jean Irvine, Morag Cunningham and Evelyn McDermid.

Paisley 10k Road Race and Fun Run

Sunday 20th August

Suitable for runners of all levels from novices to experienced club and international runners. For families, friends and youngsters, there is the shorter Fun Run that takes in some of Paisley Town Centre’s most famous landmarks. Online entries close Friday 18th August at 12noon, no entries available on race day. Event supported by Renfrewshire Council & sponsored by Kilbarchan Amateur Athletic Club.

• 10k Road Race - £22

• Fun Run Adult - £12

• Fun Run Child - £8

• Adult & Child Discount (U-16) - £14 www.oneren.org/paisley-10k

The Hospice Cup was played in challenging weather so well done to all who played and raised funds for our local St. Vincent’s Hospice. The Trophy was won by Anne Judge.

The West Renfrewshire League team has continued with its winning ways, having beaten Renfrew Golf Club by five matches to one. One more match to play against Kilmacolm, best of luck to everyone.

The Ladies Open Day was its usual success with a good number of teams playing. The winning team consisted of Jane Pirie from Kilmacolm, Allison Powell and Rona Wilson from Largs. Second team were Kay Cherrie from Crowwood, Kirsty Garrett from Bearsden and Isobel Stokes from Balmore. Thanks to Marion Munro and her team who ensured that the day ran very smoothly.

On Sunday 9th July the Gents Team had a good win over Kilmacolm in the annual playing of the Rancolm Trophy. Congratulations to all.

Shine Night 10k Walk Glasgow 2023 (SEC, Exhibition Way, Glasgow)

Saturday 2nd September from 8pm, Glasgow’s streets are ours. Stride by stride we will soak up the city’s lights and get closer to beating cancer.

Raise crucial funds with every step from, the Glasgow Science Centre to the Royal Concert Hall. People of all abilities can take part.

Walk will take between 1.5 to 3 hours to complete.

When you sign up for Shine Night Walk you can select to fundraise for a type of cancer research that is closest to your heart. Sign Up fee - £17.49 (includes Shine Night Walk T- Shirt, Training Support & Finishers Medal)

For more information, check out the Shine Night Walk: www.cancerresearchuk.org/get-involved/find-an-event/charitywalks/shine-night-walk/glasgow

Kilmacolm Running Festival

Sunday 10th Sept

One of the biggest participation events in Inverclyde’s sporting calendar!

• Toddle Woddle - 9am Walk/run around Birkmyre Park. (No pre-registration required)

• 3k race - 9.15am

• Half Marathon - 10am

• 10k - 10.30am

Registration opens at 8am & closes 20 minutes before the race event Entry pack includes a timing chip, race number and t-shirt. Races start and finish at the Birkmyre Park Fitness Gym. Runners make their way through the streets of the village, surrounding countryside and along the cycle path for the 10k and Half Marathon.

Contact Jamie: 01475 213123 / jamie.cunningham@ inverclydeleisure.com www.entrycentral.com/ kilmacolmraces