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In a time when people are busy, stretched and often dealing with pressures of their own, days like Gala Day give us something good to share.

Renfrew Community Council is pleased to launch a raffle in aid of the Stroke Association and Renfrew Community Council, with tickets available now at £1 per strip. The Stroke Association does vital work supporting people affected by stroke, including stroke survivors, families, carers and loved ones. A stroke can change someone’s life in an instant, and the support available afterwards can make a real difference to recovery, confidence and quality of life. The charity works t

Renfrew Community Council is delighted to launch Renfrew’s Best Garden Contest 2026.

RENFREW COMMUNITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING Tuesday 7 April 2026 19.00-21.00 hours Renfrew North Parish Church, Renfield Street, Renfrew Welcome and Apologies Apologies from: Michael Shearer, Maureen Kerrigan, Gavin Reynolds, Cllr Cathy McEwan, Cllr Jamie McGuire Attending: Community Councillors - Gary McGuire, Ian Cunningham, Tracy Lundie, Callum Reid, Jan Bunch, Stuart England, Jonathon Deeney, Jane Williamson Visitors: Isabella Lundie, Alyson Moyes, Lee Moyes,

Renfrew Community Council met on Tuesday 3 March 2026 at Trinity High School for its latest ordinary meeting. The meeting began by welcoming new co-opted members Stuart England and Jonathan Deeney. Apologies were received from Jonathan Deeney. Attendance Those present included Community Councillors Gavin Reynolds, Tracy Lundie, Jan Bunch, Gary McGuire, Ian Cunningham, Maureen Kerrigan, Michael Shearer, Callum Reid and Jane Williamson, along with Stuart England. Also attending

Renfrew Community Council would like to thank residents, volunteers and local supporters after a brilliant Easter Egg Hunt that brought families together and filled the park with activity.

Over recent months, we have heard from residents who feel the published opening hours at Renfrew Victory Baths are significantly more limited than other local pools.

RENFREW COMMUNITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING 3 February 2026 19.00-21.00 hours Trinity High School, Renfrew Summary Agreed Action Parish Church Clean Up 15 th February from 11.00 am Gala Day June 2026 Initial planning meeting 16 Feb, action plan to be discussed at next meeting Easter Egg Hunt Sunday 5 April Robertson Park. Community Council to run and organise eggs Best Garden Competition Set up competition for summer New Inflatable Activity for Victory Baths Get

Today volunteers met at the churchyard to tackle the build-up of litter, leaves and debris that had gathered along the paths, edges and railings.

At this meeting we focused on three things: community safety, local updates and planning, and practical community activity coming up in the next few weeks.

For years, we have heard the same message again and again from people across Renfrew: bring back the garden contest. It has come up in conversations on doorsteps, in community chats, and in the comments on our posts. Residents have told us how much they missed it and how they would love to see it return. After decades away, we are pleased to say it is happening. Renfrew’s Best Garden Contest will return in Summer 2026. Why it matters Gardens do more than look nice. They lift

These minutes are written in plain English to ensure accessibility for residents. They constitute the formal minute of the meeting.

Over the past few months, Renfrew Community Council has been listening to residents who shared concerns about the impact of fireworks.

A plain-English summary of our January meeting at Trinity High School. These are not the formal minutes.

Community invited to Parish Churchyard Cleanup Day Local residents, community groups and representatives are being invited to take part in a Parish Churchyard Cleanup Day in Renfrew later this month. The cleanup will take place on Sunday 15 Feb 2026 from 11am at the churchyard of Renfrew Parish Church, on Renfrew High Street. The event is being organised by Renfrew Community Council and aims to bring people together to care for a well-used shared space at the heart of the to

RENFREW COMMUNITY COUNCIL Tuesday 2 December 2025 Trinity High School, Renfrew MINUTES Attending: Ian Cunningham, Gary McGuire, Callum Reid, Gavin Reynolds, Michael Shearer, Jan Bunch, Jane Williamson Present: Alastair McArthur, Cllr John Shaw, Cllr Jamie McGuire, Aravind Rajasekaran Apologies: Maureen Kerrigan, Tracy Lundie, Cllr Paterson, Cllr Hughes, Cllr McEwan Welcome to Alastair McArthur, Director of Finance & Resources, Renfrewshire Council who presented an overview

Jemma’s display stood out for the care, creativity and sheer festive spirit behind it. What happened next made it even more special.

Residents across Renfrew have come together to help create a new public map showing where defibrillators are located across the town. A few months ago, Renfrew Community Council asked a simple question: “Does anyone know where the defibs are?” What followed was a strong local response. People shared locations from streets, shops, community centres, sports clubs and workplaces — comparing notes, filling gaps, and helping one another build a clearer picture. That local knowledg

Renfrew Community Council will continue to work closely with local partners and volunteers to support community wellbeing throughout the year.