Local Stirling News
Keep up to date with what's going on in Stirling with our local news updates.
Hitting an ace with Grahams Squidgies for kids
Graham’s and Bridge of Allan Sports Club’s partnership encourages junior development and skills progression in tennis and squash.
Bannockburn House free family cook alongs are back for 2021
Bannockburn House’s popular cook-along sessions are back for 2021. The community project has secured funding from Scotland Loves Local to run three more online sessions this year.
Stirling City Radio Happy to Chat campaign aims to get people chatting and tackle loneliness
Stirling City Radio community station has launched a bid to get people talking and tackle loneliness across Stirlingshire post pandemic.
Dobbies teams up with Butterfly Conservation in its latest podcast episode
Dobbies has launched the latest episode of its popular podcast, this time in collaboration with Butterfly Conservation to hear more about its ‘Nurture for Nature’ campaign.
Kevin Quantum, Flaming Canonballs at Edinburgh Castle stunt
At 1pm today (Thursday 29th April), the global premiere of a daring stunt at Edinburgh Castle by scientist and magician Kevin Quantum was unveiled on YouTube.
Help save your local charity shop
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland's much-loved stores are urgently appealing to people in the local community to volunteer their time and help keep the store running.
What a BREWtiful sight: Aldi unveils line up for Spring Scottish Beer Festival
Aldi has revealed the line-up for its annual Scottish beer festival, which will showcase 30 exceptional craft beers from thirteen breweries across the country, with prices starting at just £1.39!
New Forth Valley Food and Drink Picnic Trail
Forth Valley Food and Drink network is set to launch a new trail this weekend, encouraging people to fill their picnic baskets with local goodies.
Does your property have what it takes to be Home of the Year
Scotland is full of beautiful, surprising and absolutely unique homes... but do they have what it takes to be Home of the Year?
Dobbies hosts great pizza virtual event with Ooni Pizza Ovens
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre retailer, has announced a free, exclusive virtual event with Ooni Pizza Ovens, to share top tips on making great pizza with keen cooks across the UK.
The Malt Whisky Trail prepares warm welcome for UK whisky lovers
The Malt Whisky Trail prepares for the welcome return of whisky lovers from across the UK with the easing of travel restrictions across Scotland.
Scottish Opera celebrates 50 years of pioneering Outreach and Education work
To celebrate the 50th anniversary year of its Outreach and Education programme, Scottish Opera announces new projects to connect with communities across Scotland!
Stirling Traders get back to business as restrictions ease
Go Forth Stirling Business Improvement District is welcoming business owners and shoppers back to the city and has launched reopening guidance to help traders navigate mandatory requirements.
Edinburgh Castle hosts world premiere of spectacular stunt by scientist and magician Kevin Quantum
Thousands around the world expected to gather online on 29th April at 1pm to watch internationally acclaimed performer attempt daring stunt at Edinburgh Castle.
Revolutionary free online learning tool for Scottish pupils unveiled
A digital learning platform, designed to support all teenage pupils across Scotland with their education launched on Wednesday 21 April.
Chickens hatch a cracking plan for Spring Theatre at home
Rubber Chicken Theatre is set to unveil its spring theatre season this week: streaming from Thursday 22 April – Saturday 1 May.
Empty shops in Stirling transformed into animated works of art
Stirling’s empty shop windows have been transformed into vibrant works of art thanks to an ambitious project launched by the city’s BID.
The World Pipe Band Championships 2021, due to take place at Glasgow Green in August has been cancelled
The event, which would normally attract around 200 bands from around the world to compete, is expected to return to Glasgow in 2022.
Enjoy a holiday steeped in history at Rowallan Castle
For anyone looking for a holiday steeped in history then look no further than Old Rowallan Castle in Ayrshire.
New creative network launches Spring events series
Vantage Points, a new creative network for Bannockburn and the Eastern villages, is set to kick off its first ever series of events this month.
Tickets now on sale for some of the top visitor attractions in Scotland
Scotland’s most famous historic heritage sites, including Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Urquhart Castle, are getting set to lower their drawbridges!
The Big Lunch is back!
The Big Lunch returns from 5th June, encouraging communities to come together to support each other after a challenging year.
Scottish Ballet announces two new dance films, created in collaboration with people living with neurological conditions
Scottish Ballet has unveiled two new dance films created in collaboration with people living with Parkinson's, MS and dementia, as part of their creative engagement project Haud Close.
Families encouraged to step in the right direction this spring
Scottish walking charity, Paths For All, shares ten ways to add fun activities to the familiar family stroll!
Dobbies launch new award to find best young gardeners in UK
Dobbies has announced the launch of its first-ever ‘Not Your Average Gardener’ awards, to find the UK’s best and most dedicated gardeners, including children and young people.
Stirling City Radio take on the Virtual Kiltwalk
Volunteers from Stirling City Radio are taking on a range of challenges as part of the virtual Kiltwalk this month to raise funds for the community station.
Award Winning Stirling Glassmakers Launch Bespoke Tartan
An award-winning Scottish glassmaking firm has created its own Tartan – Whisky and Water by Angels’ Share Glass.
Scottish Opera reveals a programme of filmed and outdoor performances
Scottish Opera have announced two new films, premiering this spring, along with plans for over 200 outdoor performances this summer!
Aldi and Williams Bros call on Scots beer lovers to help name new brew
Aldi has teamed up with long-term supplier Williams Bros to give customers the chance to name a brand-new beer which will be sold in stores across the country!
Booker Prize winner joins call for Your Stories
Booker Prize winner and Glasgow born author Douglas Stuart has joined forces with national charity Scottish Book Trust to encourage people of Scotland to submit their real-life stories.
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