'Tis the season to start ‘thinking festive’ with events taking place, decorations being dusted off and shopping lists being drawn up.
Yule be glad to know there's a flexible present available which delivers the gift of choice and supports local businesses into the bargain.
The East Dunbartonshire Gift Card is a key feature of the Scotland Loves Local campaign, being led by Scotland’s Towns Partnership – supported by the Council, and Kirkintilloch and Milngavie Business Improvement Districts (BIDs).
Cards can be spent at any participating shop, restaurant, café, bar or business in East Dunbartonshire.
You can order a card online via the Town and City gift cards website.
Alternatively, pick up a blank card locally:
- Bishopbriggs Community Hub – 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs, G64 2LX
- Kirkintilloch Community Hub – 2-4 West High Street, Kirkintilloch, G66 1AD
- Lennoxtown Community Hub – 46 Main Street, Lennoxtown, G66 7JJ
- Reid's of Milngavie – 15 Main Street, Milngavie, G62 6BJ
Funds can then be added online by visiting the load the card website.
For more information, including FAQs, visit our gift card web page.
Councillor Paul Ferretti, Convener of East Dunbartonshire Council's Place, Neighbourhood and Corporate Assets Committee, said, "The East Dunbartonshire Gift Card is a lovely present for a friend or loved one – allowing them to buy what they want, while supporting local shops, services and hospitality venues.”
Christmas lights are starting to twinkle above town and village centres across East Dunbartonshire. Check locally for details.
Milngavie BID is hosting the Merry Milngavie Christmas event in the town centre on Saturday 23 November 2024, from 1-5pm – including a parade starring Santa and real reindeer, live music, Christmas tree switch-on and lots of family fun. Visit the Milngavie bid Facebook page for more details.
The East Dunbartonshire Gift Card is a lovely present for a friend or loved one – allowing them to buy what they want, while supporting local shops, services and hospitality venues.
Graeme Ross, Chair of Milngavie BID, said, "Community businesses are at the heart of the East Dunbartonshire economy – providing jobs as well as vital services and goods. Please think and spend local wherever possible – the gift card is a great way to do just that."
The Kirkintilloch Christmas Market and Funfair takes place on Saturday and Sunday, 30 November and 1 December 2024 in Barleybank Car Park, Kirkintilloch – 11am-5pm. There will be a variety of stalls – including a number showcasing local businesses – live music and entertainment, fun rides, food and drink, and a chance to meet Santa. Visit the Kirkintilloch Bid Facebook page for more details.
A spokesperson for Kirkintilloch BID, said, "Please support local shops, services and hospitality venues whenever you can. The gift card supports community businesses and is the perfect Christmas gift.”
If you’re a business and you want to accept the East Dunbartonshire Gift Card, it couldn’t be easier – and it’s FREE! Visit the town and city gift card website for information.
There are no registration costs and payments are processed as part of the Mastercard network.
It’s also the perfect present if you’re planning to reward your staff this Christmas – give the gift of local!
The Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards are being delivered through Miconex's Town & City Gift Card program.
