Following months of collaboration and engagement to create a masterplan for the Ladyfield estate in Dumfries, The Crichton Trust and Collective Architecture, are this month being recognised through various channels for their collective efforts in creating, what has been described as, an exemplar masterplan and a collaborative and engaging design development process, exemplifying the newly…
The Crichton Networking Forums (formerly Tenants’ Forum) are face-to-face breakfast meetings at Crichton Central and take place on the first Thursday of each month. These meetings are for business, third sector and academic partners and tenants at The Crichton. All welcome. Our next Networking Forum will take place on Thursday 1st June at 8.30am-9.30am and…
The Crichton Networking Forums (formerly Tenants’ Forum) are face-to-face breakfast meetings at Crichton Central and take place on the first Thursday of each month. These meetings are for business, third sector and academic partners and tenants at The Crichton. All welcome. Our next Networking Forum will take place on Thursday 6th April at 8.30am-9.30am and…
Following a comprehensive master planning process, led by The Crichton Trust, for the Ladyfield housing site in Dumfries, The Ladyfield Masterplan and associated technical studies has recently been submitted to Dumfries and Galloway Council. The masterplan was co-produced by The Crichton Trust in partnership with Collective Architecture, with the ongoing involvement of the local community…
THE CRICHTON NETWORKING FORUM (Formerly Tenants’ Forum): The Crichton Networking Forum (formerly Tenants’ Forum) meetings will take the form of face-to-face breakfast meetings at Crichton Central on the first Thursday of the month throughout 2023. These meetings are for business, third sector and academic partners and tenants at The Crichton. All welcome. Our next Networking…
Built of the earth from which it rises and immersing people in the landscape around them, a proposed new cultural centre with a focus on mental health and wellbeing has been revealed for the South of Scotland. The winning conceptual design for The Crichton Project – a team led by O’ConnellBrown Architects with White Arkitekter…
Following a desk-based feasibility study, Natural Power is now progressing this work to the next phase, with an on-site hydrogeological assessment to further evaluate the feasibility of a Local Heat Network System for The Crichton and surrounding areas. As part of this work, Natural Power has been drilling boreholes adjacent to Eskdale House. This exciting…
You may have spotted some drilling works on site recently! Following a desk-based feasibility study in 2022, Natural Power is now progressing this work to the next phase, with an on-site hydrogeological assessment to further evaluate the feasibility of a Local Heat Network System for The Crichton and surrounding areas. As part of this work,…
THE CRICHTON NETWORKING FORUM (Formerly Tenants’ Forum): The Crichton Networking Forum (formerly Tenants’ Forum) meetings will take the form of face-to-face breakfast meetings at Crichton Central on the first Thursday of the month throughout 2023. These meetings are for business, third sector and academic partners and tenants at The Crichton. All welcome. Our next Networking…
THE CRICHTON NETWORKING FORUM (Formerly Tenants’ Forum): At recent meetings of the Tenants’ Forum, we have invited feedback about the timing of future meetings and as a result of the feedback received, it has been agreed that our 2023 meetings will take the form of face-to-face breakfast meetings at Crichton Central on the first Thursday…
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TENANTS’ FORUM MEETING ON 30 NOVEMBER: Our last Tenants’ Forum took place on Wednesday 30 November at Crichton Central and was hosted by Rachel Cowper, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust. Thanks to those who joined us. UPDATES AND DISCUSSIONS: Rachel has provided the following update from the meeting: Matthew Lancashire from…
We are excited to launch the 2022 issue of The Crichton Magazine which includes some of the highlights from 2022 so far as well as our latest updates and features about our partners, tenants and colleagues. The magazine contains stunning seasonal photographs by Mike Bolam Photography and information about forthcoming events and ongoing projects. …
TENANTS’ FORUM MEETINGS: Until now, Tenants’ Forum meetings have taken place at 11am on the last Wednesday of the month on Teams (and in recent months face-to-face at Crichton Central). At recent meetings we have invited feedback about the timing of these meetings and as a result of the feedback received, it has been agreed…
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TENANTS’ FORUM MEETING ON 26 OCTOBER: Our last Tenants’ Forum took place on Wednesday 26 October at Crichton Central and was hosted by Rachel Cowper, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust. Thanks to those who joined us. UPDATES AND DISCUSSIONS: Discussions focused on plans for future meetings. FUTURE MEETINGS: Tenants’ Forum: Until…
TENANTS’ FORUM MEETINGS: Our next Tenants’ Forum will take place on Wednesday 26 October at 11am and will take place in-person in the FlexiSpace at Crichton Central. The meeting will be hosted by Rachel Cowper, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust. ABOUT THESE MEETINGS: Tenants’ Forums are about making connections and are a great…
HIGHLIGHTS FROM TENANTS’ FORUM MEETING ON 28 SEPTEMBER: Our last Tenants’ Forum took place on Wednesday 28 September at Crichton Central and was hosted by Rachel Cowper, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust. Thanks to those who joined us and for those who couldn’t make it this month, you can find the highlights below:…
SCOTLAND’S CLIMATE WEEK: 26 SEPTEMBER TO 2 OCTOBER 2022 THE CRICHTON TRUST: GOING, GOING…GREEN We are committed to protecting nature and taking action outdoors. It’s time for change. Here at The Crichton, we love our green spaces, but we know that we need to take immediate action to help protect what we love. As an…
SCOTLAND’S CLIMATE WEEK: 26 SEPTEMBER TO 2 OCTOBER 2022 THE CRICHTON TRUST: GOING, GOING…GREEN We are committed to becoming a Net Zero Nation. During Scotland’s Climate Week 2022, we are proud to be part of the Net Zero Nation and to play our part in reinforcing the role individuals, businesses and organisations have in tackling…
The Crichton Quarter: Local Heat Energy Network Project The Crichton Trust is seeking the support of a consultant to carry out a Heat Network Study for The Crichton Quarter. Information about the project and tender details can now be viewed under Projects. Tender deadline: 5pm, 3rd October 2022 Thank you for your interest in the…
The State Funeral for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will take place at Westminster Abbey on Monday 19 September. Monday has been declared a national Bank Holiday, so all venues at The Crichton will be closed as a mark of respect. Tenants will still be able to access their buildings and any emergencies can be…