A very kind donation to Friends of Barry Mill - James Anderson

I was very pleased to accept the very kind donation of £150 on Thursday. This was from Monifieth Labour Party who had raised money which they were keen to donate within the local area. After deliberating on the best cause for their donation they finally decided to split the money between Carnoustie Disabled Athletes and Friends of Barry Mill. The photograph will appear in the next issue of the Guide and Gazette.

Many thanks to everyone who was involved in raising money which will be very useful as we move forward with plans at Barry Mill.

Barry Mill in the snow

Otters at Barry Mill - Gwen and James

A quick visit to the Mill on Sunday was rewarded with a spectacular sunset. The frost was still thick and the burn was full of fast flowing water. However, there is more going on than we saw on our visit. The miller Peter Ellis had spotted fresh otter tracks along the burn. We haven't seen them yet but who knows, we might get lucky.

Early December at the Mill

This is the first time I've seen these particular.
mushrooms on my walks.

Not all of the trees are bare there is still a bit of autumn colour at the mill.

There are also some new visitors to the mill pond.The dogs and I saw these two swans on our
Saturday walk.

Carnoustie Christmas Market - by James

A hardy bunch braved the weather on Saturday morning at Carnoustie's first Christmas Market. The bags, plants, mincemeat, cards and calendars all went down well. We also had a chance to raise our membership and catch up with people who have already joined.

While we sold out of most things there are still some Mill Christmas cards left. If you would like to buy any then just e-mail and we can make arrangements.

Undercutting and erosion - By James

The danger of erosion by the very water that the Mill needs to work was raised for discussion last month. I have now been told that the most recent rain has had a further impact on the banks. This is especially worrying as it was undercutting and eventual collapse of the lade that was the original cause for the end of milling on the site.

Our first newsletter! by James

We are delighted to bring you our first newsletter. Hetty (the editor) has been cracking the whip and making sure the contributors all had their pieces in on time. And everyone has done a great job.

If you don't have a copy then download yours now by clicking this link.

Remember to send us an e-mail and we will add you to our contact list.