Forthcoming Meetings and Conferences

Archaeology Scotland Summer School, Dumfries, 18–21 May 2012
This is now fully booked.

Illustrated Architectural Talk on Luggala, Thornhill, 19 May 2012
Dumfries Historic Buildings Trust invites you to an illustrated architectural talk, given by the writer Robert O'Byrne on Saturday, 19 May 2012, on Luggala, an Irish House — an exquisite example of 18th century Strawberry Hill Gothick.
RSVP — please see the flier for more information.

Woodland Heritage Seminar, Newton Stewart, 7–8 June 2012
The Woodland Heritage seminar is relevant to all who are managing native woodlands, or those with an interest in such things from an ecological or historical point of view. It is free to members of organisations registered with the Community Woodlands Association, and good value to all others.

The Crown Hotel in Newton Stewart is offering preferential rates for those attending the seminar. Reduced from £55 to £45 for a standard room, £80 to £70 for a double/twin. Tel 01671 402727.

A poster, timetable, and booking form are available for downloading and printing.

John Ross Memorial Waterloo Trail, Nithsdale, 18 June 2012
A visit to the gravestones of soldiers in Nithsdale who were in the Waterloo campaign 16–18 June 1815; to learn something of their exploits and examine their memorial inscriptions. Start at St Mary's Church, Dumfries, at 2.00 pm. See the flier and booking form for more information.