The Banchory Fly 17 - Winter 2022

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Contents

Welcome to Issue 17 of The Fly

& Lang May Yer

Lum Reek

GET IN TOUCH | ADVERTISE Please send all comms, whether for advertising or editorial, to thebanchoryfly@gmail.com Remember that community information is FREE to include in these pages, so if you have any news for the SPRING edition (out early March), tell your new Editor Zita about it by February 1st.

Cover photo and story:

Zita Szekeres | see p6

News Sco�sh Dancing Cllr's Contacts Community Ac�on Plan Men's Shed Round Table Sports Village Adver�sers’ Index Ad Rates & Copy Dates

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because

not everyone

is on facebook

get in touch via email to thebanchoryfly@gmail.com call Zita on 07511 813096 or find us on facebook (cos we are!)

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making property move aspc.co.uk

Namaste.

Our property agents’ wisdom will leave you feeling zen.

Keep Rockin, Keep Flyin...

Sadly this is the last Fly to be produced under Myriad Pro Publishing.

I am handing the reins back to Banchory and District Ini�a�ves after just over four years of producing the magazine.

In that time I have taken it from an online-only title to a printed quarterly entity with a number of loyal advertisers from across the area.

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has contributed to the magazine in any way, however small.

And I hope you will continue to support the magazine as it returns to the stable in which it was born.

Banchory and District Initiatives is a community organisation dedicated to celebrating and improving Banchory for residents and visitors alike.

Deadlines and advertising costs will remain the same for the time being, but there is a new email address to contact:

thebanchoryfly@gmail.com

The new Fly editor is Zita Szekeres – some of you may know her from her photography business TheImages.com, and if you look really closely, you may be able to spot her on this issue's cover...

I am sure she and her BDI colleagues will make the best job of it.

So if you have any news or advertising queries for the SPRING 23 edition, due out early March, let Zita have it by Wednesday the 1st of February.

It'll soon come round... x

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Do you work for yourself?

We can help

Pop in or register online for free support, training and events Aboyne - Business Centre, Huntly Rd Huntly - Business Centre, Gordon St www.e3hub.org

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Art Gallery, Craft, Gifts

1 Scott Skinner Square Opening Hours 10am-4pm Tuesday to Saturday Open Sundays June-August

Beautiful things, locally made with love

Have you been into Studio 1 yet? You will be amazed at the amount of local talent

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REIKI

CHRISTMAS VOUCHERS The ideal gift for a friend or relative

Rain Stops Runs Crathes Castle's ParkRun has had to suspend its activities for the time being after November's deluges made many of their routes inaccessible and delayed forestry operations, forcing them to operate at a weekend.

Hoping to return in the new year, the group said: "We know how much our weekly event means for so many people and we already miss seeing everyone on Saturday mornings. There are other parkruns in the area, and if you haven’t tried one, now would be a great time."

Relax in the hands of Fiona Bonner, a qualified Reiki Master and Teacher with over 20 years’ experience

Appointments available in Aboyne, Banchory & Aberdeen

t: 07900 046956 | w: reikiwithfiona.com e: healing@reikiwithfiona.com

“So often, a visit to a bookshop has cheered me, and reminded me that there are good things in the world.” ~ Vincent van Gogh

YEADON’S BANCHORY

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Come and do your Christmas shopping with us Customer Wish List available | Open 9.30am-5pm Find us online at uk.bookshop.org/shop/yeadons_of_banchory “I have gone [to this bookshop] for years, always finding the one book I wanted – and then three more I hadn’t known I wanted.” ~ Mary Ann Shaffer

Books | Cards | Gift Wrap | Ordering Service | Gift Wrapping | Dogs Welcome

20 Dee Street | Banchory | AB31 5ST | 01330 822221 | banchory@yeadons.co.uk

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Dance, Dance, Dance

The Banchory Sco�sh Country Dancing Club is running classes on a Wednesday evening at 7.45pm. in the Banchory Town Hall for dancers with some experience of Sco�sh Country dancing.

We walk through the dances on the evening and classes run until 9.30pm. There is also a Beginners' class, which takes place at Strachan village hall on Tuesday afternoons starting at 2.30pm.

We are always happy to see new members coming along to join our sessions.

You can get in touch with us at: banchorydancing@talktalk.net 11

This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed

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Competitive prices Call 07464956021 Fully insured & police checked. Visits in your own home or clinic in Inchmarlo Registered Nurse & Dip Foot Health Care Practitioner

Imagination is your only limit

relax, unwind and experience unforgettable adventures enjoy Scotland in the comfort of our spacious luxury motorhomes fully off-grid Ideal for skiing trips at the nearby Lecht or Glenshee

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We are a friendly, welcoming group for children aged 2-3 and their parent/carer. We are led by a fully qualiied primary school teacher and aim to develop children’s conndence, imagination and curiosity through our weekly themes and activities.

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We are the perfect stepping stone before your child begins their nursery journey. be

Tuesday and Wednesday 10-11.30am Inchmarlo Hall Age 22 months - 3 years

Governance & Representation Community

County

Scotland

UK

Banchory Community Council

Banchory Community Council is a volunteer-run organisation which represents the views of local people on public services, local developments and other issues in the area. www.banchorycommunitycouncil.org. uk/ + banchorycommunity@hotmail.com

Your MSP in Holyrood S������� P��������� Alexander Burne� MSP 0131 348 5642 Alexander.Burnett.msp @parliament.scot

Your MP in Westminster UK P���������

Andrew Bowie MP 0207 219 2791 andrew.bowie.mp @parliament.uk

Councillors' Contacts

These are your Ward 16 councillors

Cllr Yi-Pei Chou Turvey

Cllr Eileen Durno

Cllr Anne Ross

cllr.y.chouturvey@ aberdeenshire.gov.uk

07388 956152 cllr.e.durno@ aberdeenshire.gov.uk

07388 956154 cllr.ann.ross@ aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Banchory Community Council is reviewing the status of the key findings of the 2017 Community Action Plan.

They are looking at the success stories since 2017 and how they were achieved, but will also be identifying barriers to progress on issues which have not been addressed.

In this survey we want to know if the community's priorities have changed over the last five years and what broad themes are important going into the future.

The online survey, which can be found at h�ps://forms.gle/ oPi9Ky7dAdtPVgtx9 is part of a wider consultation which will include offline surveys, direct contact with organisations and an in-person event.

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During 2017-2019 while they raised funds to create their venue on Legion Scotland premises, Banchory Men's Shed supporters frequently referred to their shared ambition to hold silversmithing classes.

Lockdown put those plans on hold for a while, but at last the group is delighted that they can forge ahead, thanks to Banchory Co-op and its customers for their recent award of a generous grant for purchasing silversmithing tools!

The start date of classes is yet to be confirmed at the time of going to print, but they group says they will held weekly on Thursdays from 10am at the Men’s Shed.

To indicate your interest and to be kept up to date, email banchorymensshed@ gmail.com

Wooden poppies for Remembrance Day, made by members of Banchory Men’s Shed

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Dental practices in Aboyne and Banchory High quality private dental care in a comfortable environment Children welcome under the NHS Disabled access and easy parking Emergencies treated promptly Payment plans available Call us today for more information and to make an appointment

Aboyne Practice Old Ballater Road Aboyne AB34 5HN Tel: 013398 86177

Banchory Practice Fountain Lodge Station Road Banchory AB31 5YA Tel: 01330 822583

www.fountaindentalgroup.co.uk

We are looking for Team Members in Banchory who will share our passion for care £14.50ph Paid mileage Contracted Holiday Pay and Pension Continual T&D inc SVQ Senior support on shift Experience is beneficial but not essential as all staff are provided with a fully comprehensive induction followed by supervision until confident and competent

~ Contact recruitment@ann-inspiredcare.co.uk or call the office on 01224 518560 ~

01975 571775 07792 830780

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Local family business Oil and biomass boiler servicing and repairs New boilers sold and installed with 5 and 10-year warranties Aga Servicing

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Guys and Firs Banchory District Round Table had a busy Autumn into Winter season, hosting both the annual Bonfire and Fireworks Display in King George V Park and a Christmas Tree Sale in the town centre.

your business

here?

This year's Guy was made by the children at Hill of Banchory Primary School.

For more information about the Banchory Round Table, head to http:// banchory.roundtable.co.uk/ or email enquiries@bad-rt.org

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Aberdeenshire Council is working in partnership with Aberdeen City Council and NHS Grampian to promote cycling through the Love to Ride initiative until March next year.

It might be cold outside but that’s no reason to put your bike away!

Winter Wheelers is a 25-day competition running in December with riders competing to win a new bike worth £1,000 and prizes for those encouraging riders in the workplace.

All it takes is a 10-minute ride a day - you simply log your cycle trips including your commute or leisure rides. Join the movement to get more people riding through winter - register at lovetoride.net/abz/

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At Hilltrek we’ve been hand cra ing performance outdoor clothing on Royal Deeside for 30 years. Our story now continues in larger premises at

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Merry Christmas from all the staff and ponies at Belwade Farm!

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World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre Dess, Aboyne, AB34 5BJ

www.worldhorsewelfare.org Registered charity no: 206658 and SC038384

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STRACHAN’S Serving Royal Deeside for Four Generations Grocery | Malt Whiskies | Wines & Spirits | Delicatessen

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all our staff ABOYNE SHOP OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY 1000-1400

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2 Golf Rd Ballater AB35 5RE 013397 55452

Main St Aboyne AB34 5HT 013398 86121

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N E W A P P O I N T M E N T S We are delighted to announce two new appointments within our Property and Private Client Teams, joining us from Raeburn Christie Clark & Wallace.

Gillian Smith has joined as an Associate within our thriving Private Client Team.

An experienced solicitor, Gillian deals with all aspects of Private Client business, including Wills, Power of Attorney, Executries and Estate Planning.

Andrea Hardie joins us as Senior Property Adviser. With over 20 years of experience in the property industry, Andrea brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. Based in our busy Cults office, Andrea looks forward to guiding existing and new clients through all aspects of the property sale process.

In these often turbulent times, Mackinnons Solicitors stand fast in our outlook and optimism for the future, delivering a level of service we ourselves would expect.

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Sports Village News

Exercising can be a great way to help improve your mental health, but going along to the gym, jumping in the pool, or taking part in an exercise class can be quite daunting for some people. Planning your gym workout beforehand, going for a swim with a friend, or speaking to the instructor before an exercise class are all ways that may help make it easier for anyone feeling anxious. We encourage everyone in our facilities to be friendly and welcoming to everyone around you.

Are you, or someone you know, living with a long-term health condition, are currently inactive and looking to start on your journey towards a more active lifestyle?

Our specialist Health and Wellbeing instructor is starting a new class at the Banchory Sports Village on a Thursday at 11am. Lyndsay will call you before the class to introduce herself, discuss your health condition and assess your suitability for the class. She will be on hand to support you throughout the 12-weeks and beyond as you make changes to your lifestyle. We commit to the class being fun, sociable and tailored to your needs and we are offering it to you FREE for 12 weeks.

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