Local Initiatives in New Galloway (LING)

About

LING owns and maintains New Galloway Town Hall as a welcoming hub and warm space, while also managing three outdoor spaces in the Community Garden, Garroch Walled Garden, and woodland pathways. These resources support weekly activities such as the Community Café, Hubbub food provision, Glenkens Laureate, sports evenings, and crafting sessions. The Hall is also hired by community groups and used for private events, including birthdays, funerals, and the occasional wedding, helping sustain the building for future generations. We work with the local school to provide outdoor learning and with volunteers who, supported by staff, lead groups, build skills, and strengthen resilience. By collaborating with other organisations, we boost the rural economy. Our work promotes inclusion, well-being, and environmental awareness, tackling isolation while creating opportunities for residents of all ages to connect, learn, and thrive.

Where we work