Creative Dunblane

✨ Have you popped along to see us in the Burgh Chambers yet? Creative Dunblane is a volunteer-run community initiative and registered charity (SCIO). Based in the town centre, next to Dunblane Cathedral, we offer a range of creative spaces and activities, including the Makerspace, our new Community Co:working Hub, Coder Dojo coding classes and a variety of workshops and creative opportunities. 🌟 Curious about co:working? Come along for a free trial day at our Community Co:working Hub! 🌐 creativedunblane.info 📧 [email protected] #CreativeDunblane #Dunblane #CommunityDunblane

✨ Looking for a flexible alternative to working from home? ✨ Creative Dunblane's Community Co:working Hub offers desks, workstations, private meeting rooms and even a dedicated artists’ room, all in the heart of town. Come and see what it’s like to work alongside a creative, supportive community. Book your free trial day today! Who we are: Creative Dunblane is a volunteer-run community initiative and registered charity (SCIO). From Dunblane’s Burgh Chambers, we offer a range of creative spaces and activities, including the Makerspace, our brand-new Community Co:working Hub, CoderDojo coding classes for young people and a range of workshops and creative activities. Find out more and get involved 🌐 creativedunblane.info 📧 [email protected]

✨ Discover Dunblane’s Digital Makerspace! ✨ Did you know Dunblane has its very own Digital Makerspace right in the heart of town? Based in the Burgh Chambers, alongside Creative Dunblane’s Community Co:working Hub, the Makerspace gives the local community access to tools including 3D printers, a laser cutter and a CNC machine - along with training to help bring creative ideas to life. Run by a team of 30 Makers, who host regular open days, drop-in sessions, and work with local high school students, it's a place for the community to come together, create and connect. Interested in finding out more or getting involved? Follow us on socials to see when our open days and drop-in sessions are taking place, or drop us an email with any questions! 📧 [email protected] 🌐 creativedunblane.info #Dunblane #DunblaneMakerspace #CreativeDunblane #DunblaneCommunity

🎲 Don’t forget! Our Tabletop Games Afternoon is tomorrow! 🎲 We’re looking forward to another relaxed afternoon of board games, card games, strategy games and good company at Creative Dunblane this weekend! Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just curious to try something new, everyone is welcome. Bring along a favourite game or simply join in with what’s being played on the day. 📅 Sunday 17 May ⏰ 1–4pm 📍 Creative Dunblane, The Burgh Chambers Drop in for as long as you like - no experience needed, just come along and have fun! 📸 Simon Lindsay ✨ Creative Dunblane is a volunteer-run community initiative and registered charity (SCIO), creating spaces for creativity, connection and community in Dunblane.

What a special day for Creative Dunblane ✨ Last week, we officially re-opened the newly transformed Burgh Chambers with an unforgettable visit from acclaimed poet and former Scots Makar @jackiekaypoet . Guests including the Lord Provost of Stirling, Rosemary Fraser, local business owners, volunteers and community members joined us to celebrate this exciting new chapter for the Burgh Chambers - now home to the @dunblanedigitalmakerspace and Community Co:Working Hub. Jackie treated guests to poetry readings before touring the renovated building, including the newly named Jackie Kay Room, recognising her outstanding contribution to literature and the arts. The celebrations continued into the evening with a sold-out poetry event featuring readings from Jackie Kay, local poet @chrispowici , as well as talented young writers Lexie Dobson and Miliana Ratu from two local high schools. As Jackie Kay said: “It is uplifting to know what community spirit can achieve!” A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us and helped made this possible! To find out more about Creative Dunblane, visit: 📸 Images 1-3 @fionamcnicolphotography 📸 Images 4-8 @iwonakozielglass

Next stop on the event bus for Drifting North is Dunblane at the Burgh Halls, hosted by the lovely people @creativedunblane

What an absolute privilege and a moment of pure joy it was to meet @jackiekaypoet in Dunblane for the grand opening of @creativedunblane . The celebration was made even more special as Jackie officially opened the space by cutting the ribbon to a room dedicated in her honour—Jackie Kay’s Room. Jackie also read and performed some of her poems and told so many beautiful, funny and impactful stories. ‘April Sunshine’ captured in this little video celebrating her parents touched me the most. So happy I saw Jackie perform it with so much tenderness, warmth and love for her parents.

🎲 Our Tabletop Games Afternoon is BACK! 🎲 After a brilliant turnout at our first session, we’re excited to invite you along to our next tabletop games afternoon at Creative Dunblane! Whether you joined us last time or you’re completely new, come along for a relaxed afternoon of games, laughsand good company. ♟️ Bring a game, play a game! From classic board games to strategy, fantasy, or quick card games, everyone’s welcome to bring along their favourites or jump in and try something new. 📅 Sunday 17 May ⏰ 1–4pm 📍 Creative Dunblane, The Burgh Chambers Pop in for as long as you like, no experience needed, just come along and have fun! 📸 Simon Lindsay ✨ Who We Are ✨ Creative Dunblane is a volunteer-run community initiative and registered charity (SCIO), offering creative spaces, workshops and events from the Burgh Chambers. Find out more: creativedunblane.info #CreativeDunblane #Dunblane #TabletopGames #CommunityEvents #BoardGames #WhatsOnDunblane

Dunblane EcoFest will be running three events/talks at Creative Dunblane (the old Burgh Chambers) this month: ✅ Neil Kitching: How to Cut Your Carbon Footprint 📅 Wednesday 6th May 🕒7.30pm “Neil Kitching, author of Carbon Choices: Common-Sense Solutions to our Climate and Nature Crises, is a Scottish geographer and Energy and Water Specialist.” ✅ Andrew Tabas: Floody Heck, an interactive board game 📅 Thursday 7th May 🕒7.30pm “Andrew Tabas, Hydro Nation Scholar at Heriot-Watt University, to find out more about Natural Flood Management in Scotland, and his new board game!” ✅ Dominic Hinde: Drifting North, Finding a Sustainable Future in Scotland’s Past 📅 Thursday 14th May 🕒7.30pm “Dominic Hinde is a sociologist, writer, and journalist based at the University of Glasgow, where he teaches environmental sociology and media.” Visit the Dunblane ECO Fest website for more details: ecofestdunblane.com

Creative Dunblane is proud to welcome Jackie Kay to Dunblane next week ✨ On Tuesday 5th May, Jackie will officially reopen the Burgh Chambers and unveil the recently renovated Jackie Kay Room, marking an exciting new chapter for Creative Dunblane. After the official reopening ceremony, we’ll also be hosting a special evening of poetry featuring Jackie Kay alongside local poet Chris Powici, as well as two talented local school students reading their own poems. To find out more about Creative Dunblane, visit: 📸: Shaw & Shaw

Do you run a local business? Or are thinking of starting one? This might be for you! We’re excited to welcoming @stepscotland to the Jackie Kay Room at Creative Dunblane for two fantastic free events on Thursday 30th April: 🥐 Rural InBusiness Networking: Breakfast & Networking 🕘 9–10am Start your day with a relaxed networking session designed specifically for rural businesses. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while connecting with like-minded professionals, sharing ideas, and building valuable relationships in a friendly, supportive space. 💡 Starting Your Own Business – The Basics Workshop 🕙 10am–12pm Thinking about launching your own business, or recently started? This practical workshop covers everything from business planning and finance to identifying your target market—giving you the tools and confidence to grow. Whether you join us for one or both sessions, it’s a great opportunity to connect, learn and take the next step in your business journey. 🎟️ Reserve your free spot for each event by clicking the link in our Stories

Tabletop Games afternoon 🎲 We recently hosted our very first tabletop gaming session at Creative Dunblane, which was a huge success with 15–20 people joining us throughout the afternoon! It was great to see the recently renovated Jackie Kay Room full of people of all ages coming together to try new games and connecting with others in the local community. A big thank you to everyone who came along…we’re already thinking about the next one! Would you join us for another gaming afternoon? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 📸 Simon Lindsay #CreativeDunblane #Dunblane #TableTopGaming