PROJECTS
There are exciting projects in the pipeline. They become part of the Place Plan to support our One Vision, One Plan approach. Projects on the go and proposals in the Place Plan have been developed in conversation with local people and respond to their priorities for change.
THESE PROJECTS COULD HELP TRANSFORM THE TOWN:
ONE WATERFRONT
Stranraer sits on Loch Ryan, with views of Ailsa Craig and Arran. We’re working to create a joined-up waterfront right along Loch Ryan.
WATERSPORTS CENTRE
Stranraer Watersports Association has raised £5 million to build a seafront centre. Kayak, canoe, paddle-board, train as an instructor.
GEORGE HOTEL
It’s been a long time coming. Now celebrate! We’ve raised £17 million for this creative hub, bunkhouse and climbing and caving courtyard.
MILLENNIUM CENTRE
The town’s community centre. Home to a youth-run cafe, sailing adventures and DG9 Radio.
SOLWAY COAST AND MARINE PROJECT
Caretaking our fragile coastline and improving marine life, critical for Scotland’s only native oyster bed.
REUSE PROJECT
Once just a furniture reuse shop, now expanding as a hub for cooking skills skills for work and retail units for start-ups and enterprise.
FED UP CAFE
Hot meals and friendship served free daily, tackling food poverty and offering volunteering skills.
UNEXPECTED GARDEN
Gardening skills right on the seafront. Even the flowers are edible. Pick and go!
KING GEORGE V ALLOTMENTS
Funding application in for 50 allotments in the park to grow skills and friendships.
PUMP TRACK
The bid is in to create a cycling Pump Track in George V Park… ideal for local hero Kriss Kyle, King of BMX tricks.
COAST TO COAST ROUTE
Plans are in place for a cycle route stretching from Coast to Coast in Southern Scotland.
ACTIVE TRAVEL
Cycle and walk more, using paths, routes and trails around Stranraer. We plan to expand the art trail as an incentive to explore more.
This community-led scheme provides a dedicated space to ride mountain bikes, BMX or trial bikes whilst learning new skills, staying active and socialising. More information here.
Creating Stranraer
One vision, one plan