Community Events

Saturday 1st
April 2023 until Sunday 3rd September 2023. “By kind permission of the Duke of
Buccleuch & Queensberry,
and the Trustees of the Buccleuch Living Heritage
Trust”.

A magnificent wooden architectural model of
Dalkeith Palace, built by George Meikle Kemp (1795-1844). The model took two
years to build from 1831-1832.
Kemp was engaged by architect William Burn
(1789-1870), who worked for The Duke of Buccleuch, to build the model from
Burn’s architectural drawings of a plan to revamp Dalkeith Palace.
Sadly the revamp of the Palace was never achieved.
George Meikle Kemp was born at Hillriggs, Biggar.
A monument to celebrate the 200th anniversary of his birth was positioned by
Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum, on the hill overlooking where the family
had lived.
From very lowly beginnings George went on to
become one of Scotland’s most famous self taught architects by winning a
competition to design a monument to celebrate the life the recently deceased
Sir Walter Scott. This iconic monument still exists today on Princes Street
Edinburgh.
In 1993, Patrick Baxter Furniture in Auchengray,
was asked by Richard, The Earl of Dalkeith, now His Grace The Duke of
Buccleuch, to look into restoring the architectural model. During the 20th
Century the model had been sadly neglected despite valiant efforts by Buccleuch
staff to maintain and keep the model secure. It took Patrick and his team
approx 3000 hours until 2001 to research and complete the restoration of the
model.
When the exhibition is finished it is proposed
that the model will be returned to the vestibule at Dalkeith Palace where it
was originally displayed nearly 200 years ago.

The Co-op support projects that help make communities fairer for everyone. You can apply if you’re a not-for profit group, wanting to fund a specific project that benefits the local community in and around Biggar. 

Welcome to Volksfling a friendly and social VW show, in the beautiful South Lanarkshire countryside. Held in the Biggar showground beside Biggar, with lots of local shops and restaurants. We pride ourselves in putting on a family show. From cars to bouncy castles (free for children), trade stands, car clubs, children’s entertainer, silent disco, live bands, tech talks, treasure hunt just to name a few. Camping is available from Friday at 2 pm till noon on Monday, prebooking is advised as space is limited. Day visitors are welcome on Saturday and Sunday from 8 am till 6 pm, no need to book day visits.

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community.

Open 10am to 9pm from 15/6/22

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Location – https://w3w.co/handfuls.succeed.mandolin

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Saturday 1st
April 2023 until Sunday 3rd September 2023. “By kind permission of the Duke of
Buccleuch & Queensberry,
and the Trustees of the Buccleuch Living Heritage
Trust”.

A magnificent wooden architectural model of
Dalkeith Palace, built by George Meikle Kemp (1795-1844). The model took two
years to build from 1831-1832.
Kemp was engaged by architect William Burn
(1789-1870), who worked for The Duke of Buccleuch, to build the model from
Burn’s architectural drawings of a plan to revamp Dalkeith Palace.
Sadly the revamp of the Palace was never achieved.
George Meikle Kemp was born at Hillriggs, Biggar.
A monument to celebrate the 200th anniversary of his birth was positioned by
Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum, on the hill overlooking where the family
had lived.
From very lowly beginnings George went on to
become one of Scotland’s most famous self taught architects by winning a
competition to design a monument to celebrate the life the recently deceased
Sir Walter Scott. This iconic monument still exists today on Princes Street
Edinburgh.
In 1993, Patrick Baxter Furniture in Auchengray,
was asked by Richard, The Earl of Dalkeith, now His Grace The Duke of
Buccleuch, to look into restoring the architectural model. During the 20th
Century the model had been sadly neglected despite valiant efforts by Buccleuch
staff to maintain and keep the model secure. It took Patrick and his team
approx 3000 hours until 2001 to research and complete the restoration of the
model.
When the exhibition is finished it is proposed
that the model will be returned to the vestibule at Dalkeith Palace where it
was originally displayed nearly 200 years ago.

The Co-op support projects that help make communities fairer for everyone. You can apply if you’re a not-for profit group, wanting to fund a specific project that benefits the local community in and around Biggar. 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community. 

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

This fortnightly singing group is the perfect opportunity to explore and discover your voice in a relaxed, fun and friendly environment.

Whether you’ve only ever sang in the shower, or you think you’re the next Pavarotti, you can enjoy singing all kinds of music, not to mention enjoy the numerous health benefits derived from singing in a group!

No previous singing experience or skills are required. A warm welcome is extended to anyone who wishes to come along as well as a hot cuppa.

If you are interested come along and join us .Fee of £3 to cover costs

Baby Sensory is an award winning, multi-sensory development programme designed for babies from 0 to 13 months. 

Come and join us in our magical world of sensory, learning, wonder and exploration. 

Citizans Advice hold an Outreach Clinic every Friday 09:30 – 11:30am in Biggar Library. This is a Drop In Service, no appointment required.

Bookbug Sessions are for parents and babies aged 0-5 years. Free, friendly, fun sessions of songs, rhymes and stories for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their families and carers to enjoy together. Each session lasts around 30 minutes its a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your little one, and meet other families.  Please phone Biggar Library on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk for any queries regarding these sessions. No booking required.  Sessions:Monday 2.15pm – 2.45pm, Friday 2.15pm – 2.45pm  Saturday 10.00am-10.30am.  

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community.

Open 10am to 9pm from 15/6/22

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Location – https://w3w.co/handfuls.succeed.mandolin

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community. 

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

Citizans Advice hold an Outreach Clinic every Friday 09:30 – 11:30am in Biggar Library. This is a Drop In Service, no appointment required.

Baby Sensory is an award winning, multi-sensory development programme designed for babies from 0 to 13 months. 

Come and join us in our magical world of sensory, learning, wonder and exploration. 

Bookbug Sessions are for parents and babies aged 0-5 years. Free, friendly, fun sessions of songs, rhymes and stories for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their families and carers to enjoy together. Each session lasts around 30 minutes its a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your little one, and meet other families.  Please phone Biggar Library on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk for any queries regarding these sessions. No booking required.  Sessions:Monday 2.15pm – 2.45pm, Friday 2.15pm – 2.45pm  Saturday 10.00am-10.30am.  

Come and join us for a fun and exciting quiz night to raise funds for our scouts’ trip to Japan! All proceeds from the event will go towards covering the expenses for our scouts’ trip to Japan, where they will have the opportunity to experience a new culture, meet new friends and gain valuable life skills.

Details:

• Teams of up to 4 people
• Entry fee: £20 per team
• Raffle tickets will be sold on the night
• Prizes for the winning team

Don’t miss out on this fun filled event!

Contact The Crown to reserve your table 01899 220116

Monthly meet of the Abington SWI

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Crafting session with all materials provided. Followed by a light lunch of homemade soup , bread roll and tea / coffee to follow.

Booking is essential.

call 01864501566

or message direct 

The Old Schoolhouse

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community.

Open 10am to 9pm from 15/6/22

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Location – https://w3w.co/handfuls.succeed.mandolin

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community. 

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

This fortnightly singing group is the perfect opportunity to explore and discover your voice in a relaxed, fun and friendly environment.

Whether you’ve only ever sang in the shower, or you think you’re the next Pavarotti, you can enjoy singing all kinds of music, not to mention enjoy the numerous health benefits derived from singing in a group!

No previous singing experience or skills are required. A warm welcome is extended to anyone who wishes to come along as well as a hot cuppa.

If you are interested come along and join us .Fee of £3 to cover costs

Baby Sensory is an award winning, multi-sensory development programme designed for babies from 0 to 13 months. 

Come and join us in our magical world of sensory, learning, wonder and exploration. 

Citizans Advice hold an Outreach Clinic every Friday 09:30 – 11:30am in Biggar Library. This is a Drop In Service, no appointment required.

Bookbug Sessions are for parents and babies aged 0-5 years. Free, friendly, fun sessions of songs, rhymes and stories for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their families and carers to enjoy together. Each session lasts around 30 minutes its a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your little one, and meet other families.  Please phone Biggar Library on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk for any queries regarding these sessions. No booking required.  Sessions:Monday 2.15pm – 2.45pm, Friday 2.15pm – 2.45pm  Saturday 10.00am-10.30am.  

Biggar Library Book Group – next meeting will be held in Biggar Library on Monday 19th of June 10:30am – 11:30am, we are reading A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith.

The beloved American classic about a young girl’s coming-of-age at the turn of the century, Betty Smith’s A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is a poignant and moving tale filled with compassion and cruelty, laughter and heartache, crowded with life and people and incident.

Each month we meet to discuss a new book from a variety of different genres. The books are issued from the library at no cost to our members. 

Come along to our next meeting. 

•  Share your reading experiences 
•  Read books you would never have thought of trying 
•  Groups are informal, fun and free. 
•  Not finished the book or didn’t like it? Still come along and tell us why!

Monday: 09:30am – 16:00pm (closed for lunch 12:30-13:30pm)

Tuesday: 09:30am – 16:00pm (closed for lunch 12:30-13:30pm)

Wednesday: Closed 

Thursday: 15:00 – 20:00pm
Friday: 09:30am – 16:00pm (closed for lunch 12:30-13:30pm)

Saturday: 09:30am – 16:00pm (closed for lunch 12:30-13:30pm)

Sunday: Closed 

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community.

Open 10am to 9pm from 15/6/22

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Location – https://w3w.co/handfuls.succeed.mandolin

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community. 

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099

Baby Sensory is an award winning, multi-sensory development programme designed for babies from 0 to 13 months. 

Come and join us in our magical world of sensory, learning, wonder and exploration. 

Citizans Advice hold an Outreach Clinic every Friday 09:30 – 11:30am in Biggar Library. This is a Drop In Service, no appointment required.

Bookbug Sessions are for parents and babies aged 0-5 years. Free, friendly, fun sessions of songs, rhymes and stories for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their families and carers to enjoy together. Each session lasts around 30 minutes its a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your little one, and meet other families.  Please phone Biggar Library on 01899 222060 or email biggar@library.s-lanark.org.uk for any queries regarding these sessions. No booking required.  Sessions:Monday 2.15pm – 2.45pm, Friday 2.15pm – 2.45pm  Saturday 10.00am-10.30am.  

Whether you’re new to dance band music or you’re a seasoned swing dancer, join Cathy and Michael from Vintage Tap and Swing for an evening of live music and dancing. Let your hair down, and let the live music from the Biggar Big Band take you back to the 1930’s as you dance the night away.

Nibbles available, please BYOB. No experience or partner required. You are invited to dress up for the evening. Doors open from 7.15pm.

This event is being brought to you by LIVEforDANCE.

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar Bridge Club

Attention all players : 21 North Back Road, Biggar is now open on Monday afternoon, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday evening as well as an online Monday session. 

Beginners’ lessons start soon.

Check out the website, HERE or contact biggarbridge@gmail.com 

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is a safe social space for all men and women with time on their hands, to come together to socialise and carry out a range of purposeful activities chosen by the shedders for themselves or for their local community.

Open 10am to 9pm from 15/6/22

Now located at the former Walston Primary School, Biggar, ML12 6RA

Location – https://w3w.co/handfuls.succeed.mandolin

Email – info@biggarmensshed.uk

Phone / Text (WhatsApp) – 07471 491099