Welcome to your community website
Serving Abbey St Bathans, Bonkyl & Preston
Welcome to the Abbey St Bathans, Bonkyl and Preston Community website. We aim to inform, promote and celebrate our community. We invite you to explore our site, by following the links at the top of the page.
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The Area
Discover the local area, the financial benefits that are available, key contact details, community engagement and more.
Wind Farm Funding
Find out more about funding opportunities, details of local wind farms or fill in an online grant application form.
Village Halls
Learn about the facilities at the village halls in Abbey St Bathans and Preston or book a hall by email or phone.
Community benefits
Did you know… residents of the ABPCC area are entitled to free swimming lessons at Duns Swimming Pool?
For more information contact swimmingadmin@abpcc.org.
Latest local news
Keep up to date with the latest news and local updates
Local Place Planning Youth Survey
We are asking young people between the ages of 14 to 25 to share their opinions on what matter to you.
Ellemford Show 27 September 2025
Industrial Section – Saturday 27th September 2025 For Children and Grown-ups, enter your baking, crafts, artwork and vegetables. The Ellemford Show is a vibrant, wee Agricultural Show with a big fan base. Every year, weather permitting, young and old come together in...
Preston Village Hall Closure
Preston Village Hall is now closed for refurbishment until spring 2025 Work will soon start on the upgrade of the village hall, which is anticipated to take about 6 months. During this time Abbey St Bathans Village hall is available as an alternative. The work...