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A new Chapter for the village hall.
Hello everyone! Following our recent AGM, I’m delighted to introduce myself as the new Chair of the Village Hall. I moved into the village with my family this Spring and immediately fell in love with the community spirit and the stunning part of the valley were lucky enough to call home. What a literal breath of fresh air! As someone new to the area, I’ve quickly come to appreciate just how special our Village Hall is. Not every community has a place like this at its heart an
Lindsey Wilcock
Aug 252 min read


Important Notice: Extraordinary Meeting & New Member Vote
We are holding an Extraordinary Meeting to vote in our new members, and we would love for you to join us. Date: Sunday, 23rd August Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location: Cardrona Village Hall Why This Meeting Matters While the gathering will have a warm and casual feel, this meeting is a vital part for the CVA's future. Because we are a registered charity, holding this vote and following these formal procedures is a legal obligation necessary to keep everything running smoothly
Franziska Droll-Johnstone
Aug 161 min read
Meet & Eat Volunteer Crew
Community is not just about sharing a space; it is about sharing a table, a conversation, and a bit of ourselves. That is exactly what happens at Meet & Eat every third Tuesday of the month, and it is all thanks to an incredible army of Cardrona volunteers who make the magic happen. As the CVA, we are immensely proud to support this initiative, but let’s be honest: it would not exist without the amazing villagers who generously give up their time, energy, and skills. To Our C
Franziska Droll-Johnstone
Jul 22 min read


Membership Update: Navigating Our Digital Growing Pains (April 2026 – April 2027)
Hello everyone, First and foremost, a massive thank you to every single person who has reached out to us over the last couple of weeks regarding the struggles with renewing and reactivating your CVA memberships for the 2026/2027 year. To be completely honest, seeing how many of you went out of your way to highlight these issues has been really reassuring. It shows just how much you care about supporting our village and keeping our common grounds intact. That is exactly why th
Franziska Droll-Johnstone
Jul 22 min read


Happy Beltane ♥️ 🤍
A big thank you to Annie, her daughter Kathy and Claire who helped hang this year's Beltane bunting! The hall looks bright and ready for the festivities. For those new to the area, the Beltane Festival in the Scottish Borders is a spectacular week-long celebration. While its roots trace back to the ancient Celtic festival marking the return of summer, our modern tradition dates back to 1897. It beautifully blends historic "Common Riding" customs with pure community spirit. Hi
Franziska Droll-Johnstone
Jun 171 min read
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