Scotland’s largest inflatable theme park is coming to the David Livingstone Centre in Blantyre from May 22nd to 25th. Children aged 3-14 can enjoy unlimited bouncing for £12 per session, which includes one free adult admission. Special ASN Sunday sessions require pre-booking for a fun family weekend.
Local man Archibald Ward passed away on May 1, 2026, at the age of 89. His funeral will be held at St Joseph’s RC Church on May 29, at 10 am, followed by a committal at Priestfield Cemetery. The community extends condolences to his family during this difficult time.
Marion Allan’s funeral will be held on Monday, 25th May at 10am at South Lanarkshire crematorium in High Blantyre. Family and friends are invited to attend. The community extends its condolences during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Marion.
Temperatures are set to rise significantly this week, reaching the 20s by the weekend and potentially hitting 23 degrees. While Friday may experience some patchy rain in Central Scotland, clear weather is expected from Saturday through Bank Holiday Monday, leading to bright spells and good sunshine. Summer is on the way.
Dog owners are invited to Dogg’s Day Out on June 13, 2026, at David Livingstone Birthplace in Blantyre. This canine event features competitions, exhibitions, and informative talks. Important guidelines include keeping dogs on a lead and registering for competitions upon arrival. For inquiries, contact info@dltrust.uk.
Overnight winds will strengthen as light rain from the south-west becomes steadier by morning, leading to heavy outbreaks. Tuesday will see overcast skies and scattered heavy showers. From Wednesday to Friday, expect brisk winds, cloudiness, and occasional showers, with temperatures rising into the high teens to low twenties by the weekend.
Cooper & Pals, led by passionate dog lover Ashley in Blantyre, offers personalized dog walking services emphasizing fun and joy for your pets. Ashley values each dog not just as a client but as part of her life. Interested owners can contact her through phone or email to join the service.
The Auchinraith Primary School Parent Council is hosting a Summer Fair on Friday, June 5th, at 3pm, featuring a Jellycat raffle. Tickets are £1, supporting the council. They seek donations of unopened items for the raffle and tombola to enhance the event. Your support is appreciated.