The Saltcoats Christmas Carnival was started many years ago to provide Christmas lights in Saltcoats – this evolved over the years and has become a full carnival. This provides a much needed free day out for families in the local community, when everything else related to Christmas is so expensive this event gives some relief from that.

Mindful Makers’ regular group meetings address adult loneliness using mindfulness, crafting and a book group to support mental health and promote a sense of achievement, wellbeing and community.