Colette's Cairn

11/09/2026

Lots to reflect on today. So much.

I want to say a big thank you to everyone who's come through the shop door. Also, I would not be here in Lochwinnoch if it weren't for the events of 9/11.

I was in the Navy Reserves in California, and everyone got called up to active duty at some point after that day.

You never know where life will take you.

06/09/2026

This looks to be a fab event. If you're free Tuesday afternoon, stop by the visitor centre at the loch.
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Join us at Castle Semple Visitor Centre for a fascinating illustrated talk, ‘Beauty of the Beasts’, with zoologist and best-selling author Jo Wimpenny. 🐾

Discover why some of nature’s least loved animals deserve our attention, appreciation and protection.

📅 Tuesday 8 September
🕛 12:00–1:30pm
📍 Castle Semple Visitor Centre
🎟️ FREE

See the poster below for more information.

Join us at Castle Semple Visitor Centre for a fascinating illustrated talk, ‘Beauty of the Beasts’, with zoologist and best-selling author Jo Wimpenny. 🐾

Discover why some of nature’s least loved animals deserve our attention, appreciation and protection.

📅 Tuesday 8 September
🕛 12:00–1:30pm
📍 Castle Semple Visitor Centre
🎟️ FREE

See the poster below for more information.

03/09/2026

I came home today (Thursday) to a letter in the post! If you're in Lochwinnoch, you understand that joy as we've not been receiving our mail for months now. And bigger joy, it was an NHS letter for an appointment Friday morning, the 4th.

So, the shop will be closed in the morning. We aim to open at 1:30pm. It's highly possible that we'll be open late, into the evening. Why not start your Friday evening shenanigans at the shop?

Should timings change, I will post here.

Thank you for your understanding.

29/08/2026

We have the best customers! Thank you, Joyce, for these beautiful roses ❤️🌹

Enjoy your last Saturday of August! We're open until 5pm.


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27/08/2026

Really looking forward to this starting in Lochwinnoch.

Being able to communicate is an essential skill, particularly in writing. If you want to give the young people in your life an edge up, check out these sessions.



https://www.colettescairn.com/whats-on

Hello everyone, how are you all today? I have had a very enjoyable morning hosting a session and a one to one class.

I have discovered a new venue too for some new classes I started in Glasgow on Saturday for young adults - this time Elder Park Library which I am delighted to be running. Let the begin. This course I have been funded to run but if you want to take part in my next course in please let me know.

27/08/2026

Are you looking for a boost in your beverage? I've been using products for many years now. They are a UK company with the highest standards.

There's vanilla and chocolate collagen creamer with a protein boost that's higher per serving than most protein powders.

There's plain collagen powder, either bovine or marine depending on your preferences.

And their bone broth is so lovely!

If you're curious, stop in and give it a try.

21/08/2026

We had a great time last week with our first session. And there will be many more!

Following the recent success of our first Open Mic Session we invite you to join us again on Thursday the 2nd of October at Colette's Cairn A chance to share writing in a friendly environment, and of course eat cake!
This is a free event. All abilities welcome.

21/08/2026

Watch this space! October is coming and there will be loads of happenings!

17/08/2026

Trifle day. That is all.

16/08/2026

Gluten-free Marlenka Honey Cake is back! Had to get a different supplier, but all is well.

We also have their gluten-free Honey Nuggets.

Remember we are also open Sundays and Mondays from 10am to 5pm.