Tillicoultry gala won't return without new volunteers

The gala's future is uncertain after the community council said they were short on volunteers. <i>(Image: Ben Montgomery)</i>
The gala's future is uncertain after the community council said they were short on volunteers. (Image: Ben Montgomery)
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Tillicoultry Gala is at risk of not returning after the community council said there were not enough volunteers to take on organising the event.

The gala is a key event in the annual calendar and draws large crowds from the town and surrounding villages with annual races, a highland games, kids' rides and inflatables.

Tillicoultry, Coalsnaughton & Devonside Community Council said: "Following last night's Community Council meeting, it was noted there is no longer a Gala Committee with the previous main team members stepping down.

"Following previous interest, no one has come forward to take on the organisation of this event. The Community Council is calling for volunteers to create a new group to take on this task, or, unfortunately, there will be no Gala this year."

The community council said that prospective volunteers should confirm before the next meeting on February 10, to ensure a swift handover and enough time to start the event organising.

They say that any prospective volunteers can get in contact by emailing: tcanddcommunitycouncil@gmail.com


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