Our October 2026 sponsor is Councillor Kevin McGregor - Scottish Labour and Co-operative. Scottish Labour and Co-operative Councillor for Ward 6 - Irvine Valley. Thank you to Kevin for sponsoring the Newmilns Lotto. >>Kevin McGregor Facebook Page

Our September 2026 sponsor is James Dykes Funeral Service James Dykes Funeral Directors is a trusted local Newmilns business, providing professional, compassionate and personal funeral services to families in the community. This year, they are celebrating 65 years in business. Thank you to James Dykes for sponsoring the Newmilns Lotto. >>James Dykes Facebook Page

Our August 2026 sponsor is Bubba's Cake Van From a biscuit to a banquet - Bubba's cakes and delicacies are baked locally and the van is available for hire for your event. Thank you to Bubba's for sponsoring the Newmilns Lotto. >>Bubba's Cake Van Facebook Page

7–10 October 2026 The Irvine Valley Lace Festival From Wednesday, 7th October until Saturday, 10th October, we are bringing the Irvine Valley Lace Festival to life across our town halls. This festival is a huge celebration of our world-famous heritage - from Joseph Hood's first looms in 1838, to Alexander Morton introducing the power loom to the valley in 1876, and to our incredible local weavers who even helped introduce football to Sweden and Spain. To make this festival truly special, we need your help.

Our July 2026 sponsor is Zoomies Doggy Delights Zoomies Doggies Delights is a fantastic local business offering a great range of tasty treats, natural chews and herbal remedies to keep your four-legged friends happy and healthy. You can visit their online shop in the link below https://www.zoomiesdoggydelights.com/ Thank you to Zoomies for sponsoring the Newmilns Lotto. >>Zoomies Doggy Delights Facebook Page

Our June 2026 sponsor is Thistle Du Florist Small, friendly, award-winning team led by Heather, a florist of 47 years, specialising in weddings and funerals. Thank you to Thistle Du Florist for sponsoring the Newmilns Lotto. >>Thistle Du Florist Facebook Page

Newmilns Regeneration Association, Registered Charity Number SC045072, are recruiting for a Community Action Manager thanks to funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.

Newmilns Regeneration Association are delighted to release £3,300 from the ninth round of funding from Newmilns Lottery Community Fund. We are delighted to announce the successful applicants for the 9th round of the Newmilns Lotto Community Fund, totalling an amazing £3,300 !! A big thanks to everyone who participates in the Newmilns Lotto, without whom this would not have been possible The following Newmilns groups have been successful in their applications and have been awarded the amounts detailed below: **£370 - Newmilns Regeneration Association toward the cost of a face painter and balloon modeller at Santa's Grotto **£450 - Newmilns Gala towards Gala Day activities **£425 - Newmilns Primary and ECC Parent Council towards a World Cup themed event for the children **£400 - 16th Ayrshire Scout Group (Newmilns) towards Summer camp costs at Fordell Firs Outdoor Centre **£200 - Newmilns Bowling Club towards ladies' toilet refurbishment **£425 - Newmilns Cubs and Beavers towards an outing to Heads of Ayr Farm Park **£425 - Townhead TARA towards this year's Halloween Trail **£120 - 1st Newmilns Brownies towards their end of term Festival themed party **£130 - 1st Newmilns Rainbows towards their end of term Hawaiian themed party **£125 - Peak Park towards painting of the outside of their cabins **£230 - Newmilns & Greenholm Community Council towards a piper to lead the annual Remembrance Sunday Parade and a cordless strimmer for the Welcome Garden Thank you to everyone involved in the decision panel, and of course to our Lotto manager Bob Astill who reconciles the payments and carries out the monthly draws. Thanks to our monthly sponsors too, which allows the costs of running the lotto to be covered (bank charges etc) while not affecting the winnings or the Community Fund. We will be posting some pictures of the recipients soon so watch this space! If you are interested in joining the Newmilns Lotto, where 50% of your payment goes to the Community Fund and 50% on prize money, please visit our website below for further details For more information on how to join the lottery, please visit www.lovenewmilns.org/lottery

7–10 October 2026 The Irvine Valley Lace Festival In 1876, Alexander Morton brought the power loom to our valley, transforming Darvel, Newmilns, and Galston into a global hub of textile excellence. Now, 150 years later, we proudly celebrate the resilience, artistry, and innovation of an industry that once thrived with 40 factories and continues today through our two remaining mills. Join us for a landmark four-day celebration of our rich heritage.