Gannet sightings began to slowly increase during the month, with 20 off Pirnmill on 21st being the largest group reported.

Source: https://www.arranbanner.co.uk/2023/04/14/spring-is-the-best-time-for-birding-as-summer-visitors-arrive/

In due course, the Church of Scotland folk of Pirnmill built their own sandstone church which opened and was dedicated in 1912.

Source: https://www.arranbanner.co.uk/2023/02/03/solemn-final-service-as-pirnmills-tin-church-shuts-its-doors/

Last year Pirnmill Village Association, supported by Fiona, made a grant application to SSEN Resilient Communities Fund.

Source: https://www.arranbanner.co.uk/2023/03/24/arran-is-well-prepared-for-the-return-of-snowmaggedon/