Portgordon Gala Day and Raft Race Sunday 25th July 2010

At last nights Gala day meeting the date for this years Gala day was fixed and will be Sunday 25th July. The event will begin at 12 noon and end at 5.00pm
Many ideas were discussed at the meeting and it's all looking good so far
Last years event had far more content than any previous year and really the only disappointment was the weather even then the disappointment was short lived because our supporters turned up in force to make it a day worth remembering
We are certainly hoping to make this one the best ever
Please keep looking at the main site for more information regarding the day and also this site will feature 'snippets' of information leading up to the big day

Website Viewing Figures

Thank you for visiting our main website. Last months visitor figures are down on January but well up on February last year. Take a look (remember it's the main website the figures refer to - not this 'Blog)

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Take a look in percentage terms

February

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  2007   275
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  2008   473 up 71%
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  2009   676 up 42%
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  2010 1107 up 63%

Names discovered

In the last post I asked if anyone could name the men seated by the net mending yard.
I now have this information and they are as follows, from left to right:

1. 
   
   Doddie Innes
2. 
   
   Alec Coull
3. 
   
   Tommy Hendry
4. 
   
   Willie Bain
5. 
   
   Peter Coull

Perhaps you know them?

Here's the picture again

Do you recognise anyone - date is 1953

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Do you recognise anyone? The picture was take by the net mending yard in 1953

This picture would have limited interest because it was taken so long ago. Even so, I'm sure it will bring back memories for some of our former residents that I know look at the site from time to time

Steam Drifters

I've been asked for more information on the Steam Drifters featured on the website home page (and on the 'Blog' last Sunday) I do have more information and will publish it as soon as I can, maybe later today

updated information please click this link

Website Viewing Figures

Below is the latest graph showing viewing figures. January 2010 figure is 1304 which is an increase of 75% on the same month last year (itself a record for the month)

I can only say thank you on behalf of the Group for your interest

Burns Supper - Saturday 6th February 2010

Come along to celebrate and enjoy a traditional Burns Supper in this wonderful village

Book your Ticket now

The Friends of Portgordon Primary School have worked very hard to bring about an event that you will remember for a long time. Please give them your support

Robert Burns (1759 - 1796)

"Courtesy of the University of Texas Libraries, The University of Texas at Austin."

Greatest Scot

In 2009, STV ran a televison series and public vote to decide who should be named as being the Greatest Scot. On St Andrew's day, STV revealed the results of the public vote, and Robert Burns was voted as being officially the Greatest Scot of all time, narrowly beating William Wallace, Scottish Patriot and Independence campaigner, for the title.

The way it used to be - Another Old Photo

Photo courtesey of Portgordon Heritage Group

Another picture of the past.

Latest News

The Minutes of the last meeting, held on 30th November, are on the main website. Please take a look. Here's a link Latest Harbour News

Next meetng is on Monday 25th January at 7.30pm in the Lampie Hoose

The way it used to be

picture courtesy of Portgordon Heritage Group

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This is a picture I've placed on the home page of the main website. I'm trying to generate interest by adding something different and hopefully of value to those of you with an interest in the village

Not sure of the exact date but the general feeling is it's about 1920

What about 2010

This picture of the entrance to the harbour basin was taken at high tide. I should have taken a shot from the same position at low tide so that you could see the difference, although if you are a local you will know that most of the time either side of high tides the harbour is dry and boat movements are therefore not possible.

The Group wants to change that situation  and hope, in line with the business plan, to apply for funding in the near future to commence dredging

I'll give more detail when I can. In the meantime rest assured that progress is being made. I see first hand the efforts being made by individuals on behalf of the group and it reminds me why I'm part of it. I also know that the only time success comes before work is in the dictionary

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Website Visitors 2009

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If you've been following the 'Blog' you'll know the site has attracted a record number of visitors over the past year - in fact year on year has seen increased numbers. This detailed graph shows how site visits have occurred. I hope it's of interest. It's also worth noting this would not be possible without the sponsorship provided by Taylors Pharmacy in Buckie. They have given great support over the past few years. So thank you to all concerened at Taylors Pharmacy

Well that's the website viewing figures but what's happening as regards the Groups activities - watch this space....