Finlaggan Update

Fundraising towards the Finlaggan Information Centre extension continues, the most recent event having been the Venison Supper. It was a very successful evening and we were delighted that its fame had spread so we were able to welcome ten visitors from the mainland and from England, who had come to enjoy the happy atmosphere and good food.Ballygrant Hall looked delightful with a red and white theme for the decor lit softly by candles, and our Finlaggan banner framed in greenery. The entertainment was of its usual high standard provided by Islay’s talented singers and musicians, with additional songs from equally talented visitors. The venison, kindly provided by Islay estates, was tender and full of flavour, and the fresh vegetables donated by Angus Ferguson, were much appreciated. The vegetarian dishes were intriguingly different.After so many years of preparing the food and serving it, the Committee work in the kitchen with such co-ordination that everything runs smoothly. Our two co-opted young waitresses Jaquie and Jennifer were splendid, as were Sarah and Lorna in the bar. Thanks to everyone who helped to make the evening a success, not only financially but also in enjoyment - the enjoyment emphasised by the length of time people stayed on chatting after the evening was officially over. Regrettably, the Information Centre will not be open to visitors until mid July because of the building work, the whole area being closed off for safety reasons, but there will be access to Eilean Mòr (over the new bridge!). This will be through a gate well before the Centre, and indicated by a sign, with parking near it also signposted. Fundraising needs to continue, and we are delighted that our next exciting event will be a cookery demonstration by Lady Claire Macdonald of Skye, on 23rd May. Further details will be given nearer the time, but this advance notice is given so you can make a note in your diary about the new venture. It should be a most enjoyable evening.

This story was published with kind permission from the Ileach local newspaper.

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