COVID-19 UPDATES FROM THE CRICHTON TRUST
Please check this page to keep up to date with the latest updates from The Crichton Trust about how the Coronavirus pandemic is affecting life and work at The Crichton. We are continuing to closely monitor advice and to evaluate our response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the associated health risk to staff, visitors, partners and tenants at The Crichton. Regular updates can be seen below and on social media.
CONTACTS:
The Crichton Trust: 01387 247544 Easterbrook Hall: 01387 219080 Bistro: 01387 219081 Spa: 01387 702224
Tenants should direct their enquiries to Gordon Clark, Head of Property Services at The Crichton Trust.
Staff should continue to direct enquiries to their line manager or a member of the Executive Team.
Events organisers should contact our events team at Easterbrook Hall re new or future bookings.
For the latest status of events at The Crichton please visit our online What’s On Guide.
Latest Covid-19 Updates
28th November 2022CRICHTON MAGAZINE - ISSUE 7
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…
14th April 2022TENANTS' FORUM: 27 APRIL 2022
TENANTS’ FORUM MEETINGS: Our next Tenants’ Forum will take place on Wednesday 27th April at 11am on Teams. The meeting will be hosted by Sarah-Jane Burns, Business Community Development Manager at The Crichton Trust. ABOUT…
13th April 2022CRICHTON BRIEFING: SPRING VIDEO BLOG
SPRING CRICHTON BRIEFING VIDEO BLOG: The latest video blog published on the 13 April 2022 can be seen below. The Spring Crichton Briefing was postponed in March, so Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton…
21st December 2021CRICHTON MAGAZINE - ISSUE 6
Issue 6 of The Crichton Magazine is now available to view online! Enjoy our quick preview video below and when you’ve got time and a cuppa, you can browse through our Autumn/Winter issue at your…
11th December 2021FESTIVE OPENING HOURS AT THE CRICHTON
Our festive opening hours will run throughout December 2021 and into January 2022. To help you plan ahead, here is a summary of the opening hours in our hospitality venues at The Crichton. Please note…
3rd December 2021TENANTS FORUMS' AND CRICHTON BRIEFINGS 2022
We aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our newsletter, magazine, What’s On Guide and social media channels. We invite all…
24th November 2021CRICHTON BRIEFING: 7 DECEMBER, 4PM (TEAMS)
Quarterly Crichton Briefing: The next Crichton Briefing is due to take place on 7th December at 4pm on Teams. This meeting will be the last Briefing of the year and will be hosted by Gwilym…
1st November 2021UPDATE RE TENANTS FORUM: 27 OCTOBER 2021
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Teams on 27 October. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Craig Renton, Chief Operating Officer of The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting. TENANT…
21st October 2021TENANTS' FORUM: 27 OCTOBER
We aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our newsletter, magazine and social media channels. We also continue to host regular…
21st October 2021UPDATE RE TENANTS' FORUM: 29 SEPTEMBER
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Teams on 29 September. Thanks to all those who attended and to Helen Turner from The Holywood Trust for doing the Tenants Update. MONTHLY UPDATE: Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive…
24th September 2021TENANTS' FORUM: 29 SEPTEMBER
We aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our newsletter, magazine and social media channels. We also continue to host regular…
17th September 2021VENUES UPDATE: 17 SEPTEMBER
VENUES UPDATE: 17 SEPTEMBER 2021 It’s been six weeks since our last venues update and so we thought it was time to bring you up to date again. SWIMMING POOL: We know you are eagerly…
2nd September 2021CRICHTON BRIEFING: 7 SEPTEMBER, 4PM (TEAMS)
Crichton Briefing (now quarterly): The next Crichton Briefing is due to take place on 7th September at 4pm on Teams. At this meeting Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust will provide an update…
30th August 2021UPDATE RE TENANTS FORUM ON 25 AUGUST
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Teams on 25 August. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Craig Renton, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting. THE…
7th August 2021RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY: 18 AUGUST
VACANCIES AND RECRUITMENT OPEN DAY: We have a number of vacancies within our Venues Team, so if you, or anyone you know, would like to meet with our Venues team to discuss chef, front of…
7th August 2021VENUES UPDATE: 6 AUGUST 2021
VENUES UPDATE: 6 AUGUST 2021 Following news of restrictions easing from next week, we thought we would provide a further update on our venues. EASTERBROOK BISTRO AND SWIMMING POOL: We have been working behind the…
3rd August 2021UPDATE RE TENANTS' FORUM 28 JULY
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Teams on 28 July. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Craig Renton, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting including…
22nd July 2021VENUES UPDATE: 22 JULY 2021
Like all venues, we are continually adapting our hospitality services and operating hours in response to changing guidance, but also in response to demand. At the same time, we are working within the limitations of…
1st July 2021UPDATE RE TENANTS FORUM ON 30 JUNE
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Teams on 30 June. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Craig Renton, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting. Apologies…
20th June 2021UPDATE RE TENANTS' FORUM 26 MAY 2021
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Teams on 26 May. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Craig Renton, Chief Operating Officer at The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting…
20th June 2021CRICHTON MEETINGS AND CONVERSATIONS JUN 21'
We aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our newsletter, magazine and social media channels. We have worked hard to keep…
24th May 2021CRICHTON MEETINGS AND CONVERSATIONS MAY 21'
We aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our newsletter, magazine and social media channels. We have worked hard to keep…
24th May 2021UPDATE: TENANTS' FORUM/CRICHTON BRIEFING 28 APRIL 2021
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Zoom on 28 April. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting including Clair…
21st April 2021CRICHTON MEETINGS AND CONVERSATIONS APR 21'
We aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our newsletter, magazine and social media channels. We have worked hard to keep…
18th April 2021UPDATE: TENANTS' FORUM/CRICHTON BRIEFING 6 APRIL 2021
We held our monthly Crichton Briefing and Tenants’ Forum on Zoom as a combined meeting on 6 April. Thanks to all those who attended. See details of future meetings below MONTHLY UPDATE: Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive…
2nd March 2021TENANTS' FORUM AND CRICHTON BRIEFING Mar 21'
As we continue to work through the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, we aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our…
2nd March 2021TAKEAWAY AFTERNOON TEA ON MOTHER'S DAY
If you’re looking for a treat to enjoy on Mother’s Day, give Easterbrook Bistro a call and pre-order a Takeaway Afternoon Tea! For only £12.50 per adult, £25 for two, £8 per child (under 12)…
2nd March 2021UPDATE: TENANTS' FORUM 24 FEBRUARY 2021
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Zoom on 24 February. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting. Main points…
4th February 2021CRICHTON BRIEFING: 2 FEBRUARY UPDATE
On Tuesday 2 February, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted his monthly update meeting on Zoom. Gwilym welcomed everyone to the meeting at 4pm. This was the first Crichton Briefing in 2021…
29th January 2021UPDATE: TENANTS FORUM 27 JANUARY 2021
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Zoom on 27 January. Thanks to all those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting and welcomed…
15th January 2021TENANTS FORUM AND CRICHTON BRIEFING Jan 21'
As we continue to work through the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, we aim to keep tenants, partners, colleagues, customers and stakeholders up to date with regular updates on The Crichton Blog and via our…
7th January 2021COVID-19 UPDATE: 7 JANUARY 2021
COVID-19 UPDATE FROM THE CRICHTON TRUST (7 JANUARY 2021) With news of new lockdown restrictions in Scotland from 5 January, we would like to bring you up to date with what this means for The…
6th January 2021CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER APPOINTED
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER APPOINTED TO SUPPORT THE STRATEGIC AND OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF THE CRICHTON TRUST The Crichton Trust is delighted to start 2021, with news of a new Chief Operating Officer role at The Crichton…
24th December 2020BISTRO CLOSED UNTIL 22 JANUARY
Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, Easterbrook Bistro will close at 4pm on 23 December and, pending further changes, will reopen at 10am on 22 January 2021. Keep an eye on social media for the latest…
23rd December 2020VIDEO BLOG UPDATE 6
VIDEO BLOG 6: The latest video blog published on the 23 December can be seen below. It’s the last working day in the office for 2020 and Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust…
23rd December 2020DRIVE IN CHRISTMAS AT #THECRICHTON
While Christmas celebrations have been limited this year, we are pleased to say that we have enjoyed a great Drive in Christmas at #TheCrichton. A big THANK YOU to the cast and crew who brought…
2nd December 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING: 1 DECEMBER UPDATE
On Tuesday 1 December, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted his monthly update meeting on Zoom. Gwilym welcomed everyone to the meeting at 4pm. Key Updates: Outdoor Space: As our activities remain…
2nd December 2020UPDATE: TENANTS FORUM 25 NOVEMBER
We held our monthly Tenants’ Forum on Zoom on 25 November. Thanks to those who attended. MONTHLY UPDATE: Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust welcomed tenants and partners to the meeting which was well…
12th November 2020VACANCY FOR CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER NOV 20'
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER ROLE The Crichton Trust seeks a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead us through a period of unprecedented growth and development. Our focus as we transition into the new world is simply…
12th November 2020IN THE RUNNING FOR TWO IIP AWARDS
The Crichton Trust is delighted to share news of being shortlisted for two Investors in People Awards (IIP) in 2020. Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust has been shortlisted in the Leader of…
12th November 2020TRUST CLAIMS SOCIAL ENTERPRISE AWARD
The Crichton Trust claimed the Outstanding Social Enterprise award at the annual DG Business Awards for 2020 last week. An awards dinner usually takes place at Easterbrook Hall and was originally scheduled to take place…
3rd November 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 3 NOVEMBER UPDATE
On Tuesday 3 November, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted his monthly update meeting on Zoom. Gwilym welcomed everyone to the meeting at 4pm. Key Updates: Outdoor Space: We have been encouraged…
29th October 2020IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR TENANTS
The Crichton Trust is keen to keep tenants and partners up to date with the latest news from The Crichton. We are working hard to share our news with you and we would love to…
29th October 2020JOIN OUR CRICHTON BRIEFINGS
JOIN OUR CRICHTON BRIEFINGS First Tuesday of every month, 4pm, Zoom ID: 838 7652 3626 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY… 3 NOVEMBER, 4PM 1 DECEMBER, 4PM Click here to join the meeting If you are part…
9th October 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 6 OCTOBER UPDATE
On Tuesday 6 October, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted his monthly update meeting on Zoom. Gwilym welcomed everyone to the meeting. Key Updates: What more can we do? Risks from Covid-19…
9th September 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 8 SEPTEMBER UPDATE
On Tuesday 8 September, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted his monthly update (rescheduled from 1 September) meeting on zoom. Key Updates: Hospitality and Events: Given the significant challenges and uncertainties for…
2nd September 2020PLANS TO BUILD BACK BETTER
THE CRICHTON TRUST OUTLINES PLANS TO BUILD BACK BETTER Following months of unprecedented change and uncertainty resulting from the coronavirus pandemic, The Crichton Trust has this week released news of its ambition to build back…
31st August 2020COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFING - RESCHEDULED SEPTEMBER
** THE SEPTEMBER BRIEFING HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM 1 SEPTEMBER TO 8 SEPTEMBER AT 4PM – MEETING ID WILL NOT CHANGE – SEE LINK AND DETAILS BELOW ** JOIN US FOR OUR NEW COVID-19 CRICHTON…
12th August 2020SUPPORT FOR VENUES AND EVENTS SECTOR
On Tuesday 11 August, many venues across the country turned red as part of the #LightItInRed and #WeMakeEvents campaign to support the events sector and all those who work in it. With the ongoing risk…
6th August 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 4 AUGUST UPDATE
On Tuesday 4 August, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted the fourth Crichton Briefing on Zoom. The meeting was attended by 13 participants. A brief summary of the meeting is noted below:…
30th July 2020CRICHTON CENTRAL COMING SOON
A NEW HOME FOR COLLABORATORS AND INNOVATORS IN THE SOUTH OF SCOTLAND The South of Scotland will soon be home to a new state-of-the-art co-working space at The Crichton in Dumfries. The Crichton, an 85-acre…
28th July 2020VIDEO BLOG UPDATE 5
VIDEO BLOG 5: The latest video blog published on the 25th July can be seen below. As Government restrictions ease further, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust brings us up to date regarding…
27th July 2020COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS JUL 20'
JOIN US FOR OUR NEW COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS First Tuesday of every month, 4pm, Zoom ID: 838 7652 3626 Click here to join the meeting If you are part of The Crichton Community, you may…
22nd July 2020EAT OUT TO HELP OUT
From the 3 – 31 August 2020, anyone dining in Easterbrook Takeaway and Outdoor Bar on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday can receive 50% off their food and non-alcoholic drinks, thanks to the new Eat…
17th July 2020VENUES UPDATE JULY 2020
VENUES UPDATE: AS AT JULY 2020 As a result of Covid-19, our hospitality venues have been closed since March 2020. Due to the ongoing risk and the current restrictions in place to keep everyone safe…
7th July 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 7 JULY UPDATE
THE CRICHTON BRIEFING, 7 JULY UPDATE On Tuesday 7th July, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of The Crichton Trust hosted the third Crichton Briefing on Zoom. The meeting was attended by 17 participants. A brief summary…
22nd June 2020COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS JUN 20'
JOIN US FOR OUR NEW COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS First Tuesday of every month, 4pm, Zoom ID: 838 7652 3626 Click here to join the meeting If you are part of The Crichton Community, you may…
4th June 2020CELEBRATING VOLUNTEERS
It is Volunteers’ Week and so we thought we would turn our attention to the many wonderful volunteers in our midst at #TheCrichton. We know that volunteers play a crucial role in many organisations and…
3rd June 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 2 JUNE UPDATE
CRICHTON BRIEFING: 2 JUNE UPDATE Yesterday we held our second Crichton Briefing on Zoom with around 19 participants – thank you to all those who joined us again and to those who joined us for…
30th May 2020COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS MAY 20'
JOIN US FOR OUR NEW COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS First Tuesday of every month starting on Tuesday 5 May, 4pm, Zoom ID: 838 7652 3626 If you are part of The Crichton Community, you may want…
28th May 2020VIDEO BLOG UPDATE 4
VIDEO BLOG 4: The latest video blog published on the 28th May can be seen below. Since the 23rd March, we have all been in lockdown and complying with the strict social distancing measures that…
9th May 2020VIDEO BLOG UPDATE 3
VIDEO BLOG 3: The latest video blog published on the 9th May can be seen below. Since the 23rd March, we have all been in lockdown and complying with the strict social distancing measures that…
6th May 2020CRICHTON BRIEFING 5 MAY UPDATE
CRICHTON BRIEFING: 5 MAY UPDATE It was fantastic to have 22 attendees at our first Crichton Briefing on Zoom yesterday. Thank you to everyone who attended. If you missed it, Gwilym Gibbons, Chief Executive of…
1st May 2020VIDEO BLOG UPDATE 2
VIDEO BLOG 2: The latest video blog published on the 1st May can be seen below. Since the 23rd March, we have all been in lockdown and complying with the strict social distancing measures that…
27th April 2020COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS APR 20'
JOIN US FOR OUR NEW COVID-19 CRICHTON BRIEFINGS First Tuesday of every month starting on Tuesday 5 May, 4pm, Zoom ID: 838 7652 3626 If you are part of The Crichton Community, you may want…
25th April 2020VIDEO BLOG UPDATE 1
VIDEO BLOG 1: The latest video blog published on the 25th April can be seen below. Since the 23rd March, we have all been in lockdown and complying with the strict social distancing measures that…
15th April 2020LOCKDOWN CONTINUES
The Crichton Trust is continuing to monitor Government advice and to understand and manage the impact this has on our business, colleagues, tenants, partners, suppliers, customers, friends and family. Since the 24th March, we have…
24th March 2020STRICT MEASURES TO SLOW SPREAD
Last night, the Prime Minister and the First Minister put strict measures in place to enforce social distancing and to help slow the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). As a result all shops and businesses have…
23rd March 2020NEW ADVICE TO STAY AT HOME
The advice is clear, we all must stay at home as much as possible to help save lives and we are doing our best to encourage this. Most of our venues are already closed and…
21st March 2020UPDATE ON CRICHTON OPERATIONS
IMPORTANT CUSTOMER NOTICE It has been a challenging week for everyone, but thank you to colleagues, customers, tenants, partners and suppliers for their patience and understanding while we have had to made difficult decisions and…
19th March 2020BISTRO TAKEAWAY ONLY
EASTERBROOK BISTRO is providing a take-away service from 11am-3pm on Thursday and Friday this week and opening times will be reviewed after that. An on-site delivery service is also available. Call to pre-order 01387 702500. SWIMMING…
17th March 2020EASTERBROOK HALL TO CLOSE
In line with the latest advice, The Crichton Trust will be making changes to its operations from today as follows: • FRESCO CAFE be open for take-away lunches today (17 March). Customers should keep a…
13th March 2020MORE EVENTS POSTPONED
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic a number of events have now been postponed. The Crichton Foundation has decided to postpone their Crichton Conversation with Professor Dame Anne Glover FRS PRSE which was scheduled…
12th March 2020CRICHTON LUNCH POSTPONED
The Crichton Trust continues to closely monitor the fast-developing advice with regards to its response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the associated health risk to staff, visitors and tenants at The Crichton. Additional measures have…
