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This page is intended to be a live record of current information and engagement on the Kildean Nature Loop project. It will contain files, images, dialogue and information on key events and timescales for the project.

Click onto any of the tiles to explore the information contained within.

The Project Information Panels are a good place to start, as these detail both the vision for the project and also some of the early site analysis which has been undertaken.

Then, you can leave your comments, or view and engage with the comments of others, in the Interactive Comments Map.

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Click the map to open a zoomable map which you can add comments and observations to - or alternatively, you can use the 'add comment' button below to comment here, or email us directly with your input at the address on the right.

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What a gorgeous evening to walk and talk the Kildean Nature Loop - thanks so much to those of you who made it along.

Stage 2 of the community consultation launched with this walk, and we're now looking for further comments to allow us to refine the initial proposals, whilst we work on a funding & delivery plan for the site.

Watch this space for updated exhibition boards at Forth Valley College, Raploch Community Campus, and M&G Offices.

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TreeLink Stirling and RaeburnFarquharBowen attended Raploch Community Council Meeting on 10th February to discuss the project and engage with Community Council members. 

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Raploch Community Council Meeting 10th Feb 2025

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Raploch Community Council Meeting 10th Feb 2025

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What do you love about Kildean Loop?

- peaceful, clean

- lack of developed paths (it feels untouched)

Better path infrastructure for accessibility is nice, but must be balanced carefully with with the site's 'untouched' quiet surroundings

What habitat improvements can be made?

- needs lots of work on the Himalayan Balsam on site

- aye, gentle m'ment such as perhaps mowed desire lines

- problem on site is nurturing breeding waders when disturbed by dog walkers

What wildlife do you see at Kildean Loop?

- Beautiful bird and insect life

- Salmon, deer, trout, signs of beavers, duck, divers, goosander, cormorant, sparrowhawks

What do you think would make the site more resilient to flooding?

- Beaver dam analogues? unsure if river suitable for this intervention

- Nature based solutions to help with Highland Gate's flooding issue

- Trees and plants with 'wet feet'

How regularly do you go to Kildean Loop?

- Almost daily

- Weekly / twice weekly

What do you like to do when you visit?

- walk

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Click the image to open the Consultation Panels and read about our vision for the project and some of the initial site analysis undertaken.

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Community Tree Planting Event (1st March)

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Community Tree Planting Event (1st March)

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Join TreeLink Stirling and Forth Rivers Trust next Saturday 1st March at Kildean, Stirling to try your hand at some tree planting, helping support biodiversity and increase local tree cover.

This is an opportunity for you to learn about the ‘Kildean Nature Loop’ project and have your say on what you want to see in the area.

No tree planting experience required, just bring gloves, dress for the weather, and come get involved!

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Display Boards at Forth Valley College (3rd March - 18th March)

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Display Boards at Forth Valley College (3rd March - 18th March)

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Come along and view the consultation boards / leave a comment in person at our exhibition at Forth Valley Community Campus, here until 14th March

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Comments collected from Forth Valley College Exhibition

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Comments collected from Forth Valley College Exhibition

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Thanks for all your input on our exhibition board at Forth Valley College! These will be collated and posted below. If you didn't manage to get along to the exhibition - there's still time to visit the boards at Raploch Community Campus!

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Display Boards at Raploch Community Campus (18th March - 15th April)

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Display Boards at Raploch Community Campus (18th March - 15th April)

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Come along and view the consultation boards / leave a comment in person at our exhibition at Raploch Community Campus, here until 4th April

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As an alternative to interacting with the map, you can use the 'add comment' button below to leave your comments directly here.

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If you'd prefer to comment privately, please email us directly at kildeannatureloop@raeburnfarquharbowen.com

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RaeburnFarquharBowen were delighted to share the vision for the Kildean Nature Loop at TreeLink’s Annual Spring Gathering on Saturday 26th April, alongside a range of inspiring speakers.

Additional feedback gathered at the event will be incorporated into the initial concept proposals.

Keep an eye on this page for updates and future opportunities to share your views as the proposals evolve!

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Comments collected from Raploch Community Campus Exhibition

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Comments collected from Raploch Community Campus Exhibition

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Thank you for all your input on our exhibition board at Raploch Community Campus! These will be collated and posted below. If you didn't manage to get along to the exhibition, you'll still be able to get involved in the next phase of consultation, starting soon!

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We are hosting an evening walk on Wednesday 11th June at Kildean Loop, to talk through feedback and the initial concept proposals we are developing in response to your comments.

We’d be delighted if you could join us! But if not, don't worry, we'll be posting concept proposals here and exhibiting them in Forth Valley, Raploch Campus, and M&G Offices over the next few weeks, so there will still be space to comment.

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We've pulled together some initial concept proposals for Kildean Nature Loop, based on all your feedback so far.

We're really keen to hear your views on these, in order that we can refine the proposals further.

Comments will be open til 30th June - let us know what you think in the comments below!

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Display Boards at M&G Offices (2nd - 11th June)

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Display Boards at M&G Offices (2nd - 11th June)

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Thanks for all your input on our exhibition board at M&G's canteen space, and for coming to chat to us over lunch on Monday (9th) and Tuesday (10th)!

Check out the initial concept proposals, and please do leave some further comments as we look to refine the plans.

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Display Boards at Forth Valley College (12th June - 20th June)

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Display Boards at Forth Valley College (12th June - 20th June)

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Come along and view the consultation boards / leave a comment in person on our initial concept proposals in person at Forth Valley Community Campus, here until 20th June

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Display Boards at Raploch Community Campus (23rd June - 4th July)

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Display Boards at Raploch Community Campus (23rd June - 4th July)

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Come along and view the consultation boards / leave a comment in person on our initial concept proposals in person at Forth Valley Community Campus, here until 4th July!