Alyth in Bloom
Boer War Memorial Plaza Upgrade
Alyth in Bloom is leading an exciting project to transform the underused public space beside Alyth’s Market Square into an accessible, attractive, and welcoming area for all.
Blair Atholl in Bloom
Nature Garden
Blair Atholl in Bloom is transforming an overgrown patch of community land to the rear of the Village Hall into a vibrant, inclusive Nature Garden – a welcoming space designed especially for children, older residents, and those with limited mobility or memory impairment.
Kinnesswood in Bloom
Michael Bruce Cottage Museum Garden
Kinnesswood in Bloom is undertaking a thoughtful project to sensitively transform the garden behind the Michael Bruce Cottage Museum into a more welcoming, accessible, and reflective space for both locals and visitors. Nestled along the popular Michael Bruce Way, the garden is a well-loved resting spot for walkers and a place of quiet beauty in the heart of the village. The project honours the legacy of Michael Bruce – the 18th-century poet born in Kinnesswood – through improvements that will enhance the garden’s charm while making it safer and easier to enjoy.
Pride in Meigle 2015
Village Entrance Gateway Improvement
Pride in Meigle 2015 is developing a vibrant improvement project for the north-west entrance to the village – currently a simple grassed area with unstable trees and a well-used path. This space is not only a valued leisure route but also a vital active travel link connecting Meigle with neighbouring rural communities.
The project will enhance the area with low-maintenance, biodiversity-friendly planting, a feature drystone wall, and an upgraded all-weather pathway for year-round use. Habitat improvements, including bird boxes and hedgehog shelters, will support local wildlife.
Scone in Bloom
Mercat Cross Restoration
Scone in Bloom is embarking on project to restore the historic New Scone Mercat Cross, a Category B listed monument that has fallen into disrepair and is currently fenced off for public safety. The group are also planning on enhancing the surrounding garden with biodiverse planting, native species, and plants linked to David Douglas, the famed botanist born in Old Scone. Improved access, new seating, a selfie stand, and an information board will transform the site into a welcoming, educational space.
Scotlandwell in Bloom
Restoring the Scotlandwell Village Well
Scotlandwell in Bloom is preparing for the careful restoration of the historic village Well, a decade after works took place to repair the structure and refurbishish the adjacent Wash House. While the Wash House remains in excellent condition, parts of the Well, now require further attention attention. This project will respect the Well’s heritage while securing its place at the heart of the village for years to come.
