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June 03
Dunnet Head Information Point Opens
 
"Wick Councillor, Bill Fernie, cut the inaugural ribbon on Friday last
at the Dunnet Head Information Point which is the base for the newly
formed Dunnet Head Educational Trust. Bill said that "there should be
more initiatives of this type in the County." Wine and cheese were
kindly donated by Victoria Wines, Thurso, and Caithness Cheese. The
centre has been set up to disseminate information to locals and tourists
alike about the attractions of Dunnet Head and its immediate environs.
Information about horse riding in the area will also be disseminated
from the Centre. Copies of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code can be
obtained, as well as information about local walking and horse riding
tracks.
Opening hours: June 11am to 5pm, closed Wednesdays, July and
August open 11am to 5pm, 7 days, September 11am to 5pm, closed
Wednesdays. Tel: 0845 4504486, Email:
francesgarner@dunnethead.co.uk "
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Aims Of The Trust
The trustees shall hold the trust estate to advance the education
and knowledge of the public in respect of the environment of Dunnet
Head, Caithness and its immediate environs, as also its history,
wildlife, flora and fauna. In furtherance thereof, but not
otherwise, the Trust shall seek:
(1) To operate an information centre at Dunnet Head
(2) To supply (whether for free, by sale or on loan) leaflets, books,
periodicals or other publications dealing with Dunnet Head, to any
person.
(3) To produce, or contribute to the production of leaflets, articles,
web sites, books, periodicals or other publications, or television,
radio or other media features dealing with Dunnet Head.
(4) To operate or contribute to the operation of guided tours of Dunnet
Head or any part or feature thereof.
(5) To obtain the fullest public access to Dunnet Head or any part or
feature thereof, subject to such safeguards as may be desirable to
protect the natural and man-made environment the wildlife, flora and
fauna, the property of residents or properties of the area, and the
safety of visitors; and in the furtherance of this enter into agreements
with proprietors and the others in respect of installation and /or
maintenance of paths, roads, fences, gates, stiles, signposts, shelters
and any other building, structure or item which may provide or improve
such access or safe guards.
(6) To employ, or contract with any person, business or body to carry
out specific jobs or tasks towards the aims of the Trust as herein
declared
The Trust was set up by D W Georgesons. The Settlor of the Trust
is Marjorie Dixon, current Trustees are Linda Dallaway and Brian sparks
Monies for the set up of
the information centre was granted by Highland Council Community
Project Initiative and Leader + (funds from Europe)
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