Friends of Fullarton is a a small charity concerned with the care and conservation of Fullarton Woods, for the benefit of nature and people.  We have been in operation since 2015, raising funds for improvements for facilities and tree & wildflower planting. 

 News

 

NEXT VOLUNTEER WORK SESSION

Unfortunately, we had to cancel volunteer session on 23rd February.  The forecast is for winds gusting to 50mph, which will make it unsafe to be working in the Woods.  Our next session will be on Sunday 30th March when we aim to smarten up the Championship Garden and remove some redundant tree tubes & stakes.   If you feel like coming to join us, there will be some tasks for all abilities.  New volunteers are always very welcome - no previous experience necessary and it's really good fun!  Check out our Get Involved page for more details about volunteering with us.

 

YOUNG ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEERS PROGRAMME for 2025

Our friends at South Ayrshire Ranger Service have a new programme of monthly sessions for young people aged 13-18.  This is held on the same day as our own - the last Sunday of the month from 10am - 12.  This is a great opportunity for young people to learn basic bushcraft skills and find out more about nature, whether the aim is to gain experience for a future career in conservation work or to simply have some fun and exercise in the woodland.  It's free but booking is essential.  Contact the Ranger Service here or see their poster on our Get Involved page.

 

DISCOVER FULLARTON AND THE SMUGGLERS!

There was a fantastic response to our guided walk highlighting the historical features of Fullarton Woods and the links to the Smugglers' Trail and were sorry to disappoint many people who wished to attend.   We are planning another history-themed walk in the spring, which will also take in the natural features of the season.  More details nearer the time...

 

RECYCLING SATURDAY TROON

We at Friends of Fullarton are very grateful to the Recycling Saturday group, who collect items that would otherwise go to landfill and raise money for various charities and community groups.  Our funds have recently benefitted from the sale of used tech items, such as mobile phones and tablets.  This money will be used for the much-needed replacement of some of our old tools. 

The group produce a monthly list of the items they are collecting.  Their collection point is at Marr College car park, 10:30am - 11 on the 3rd Saturday of the month.  See their Facebook page for more details, or Troon Going Out magazine.

 

CITIZEN SCIENTISTS WANTED!

We recently welcomed Alex from TCV Scotland, who led a very informative workshop on identifying wildlife and using apps to record sightings.  It is increasingly important to know the number and location of species of flora & fauna in light of climate change and loss of habitat.  We would encourage anyone interested in helping to record wildlife in Fullarton Woods to find out more and consider submitting records which, when confirmed, will form part of the National Biodiversity Index.