South Ayrshire Council Supports Earth Hour 2025

South Ayrshire Council Supports Earth Hour 2025

South Ayrshire Council is proud to join millions worldwide for Earth Hour 2025, a global movement raising awareness of the climate and nature crisis. Scheduled for Saturday, 22 March 2025, from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, this annual event invites everyone to switch off non-essential lights for one hour, symbolising a collective commitment to our planet.

This year, we will be switching off illuminations at key landmarks, including Ayr Town Hall, Stumpy Tower in Girvan, Burns Statue Square, and County Buildings, among others.

However, celebrating Earth Hour isn't solely about switching off—it's also an opportunity to reconnect with nature, appreciate the environment on our doorstep, and reflect on the role it plays in our wellbeing.

For Earth Hour, we're celebrating Blue Health—highlighting the vital connection between our wellbeing and South Ayrshire's stunning seas, rivers, and beaches.

Don't miss Blue Health Day—details below!

Join us for Blue Health Day on Saturday, 22 March, from 11:00am to 9:30pm, at the Cutty Sark in Ayr. This free event offers something for everyone, with:

Canoeing
Wild swimming
Guided walks
Mindfulness sessions
Stalls showcasing our blue spaces

Launch of the Blue Health Calendar Spring Leaflet

We will also be launching our Blue Health Calendar Spring Leaflet, designed to inspire people to connect with water in diverse ways each season.

For March, we are focusing on Ayr, exploring its deep-rooted links to water at the crossroads of the River Ayr and the with the otter as our species of the month.

The leaflet will include:

Doorstep activities to enjoy from home
Out-and-about activities in local blue spaces

It will be available online and in print at libraries, museums, galleries, GP surgeries, and pharmacies.

Wild Film Night

We are also hosting a Wild Film Night in partnership with Ayr Film Society, the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere, and the Scottish Wildlife Trust, featuring screenings of:

The Heart of the Biosphere
Why Not Scotland

The event will include a Q&A session with organisers, celebrating local wildlife and conservation efforts tied to Earth Hour.

Councillor Martin Kilbride, Portfolio Holder for Buildings, Housing and Environment at South Ayrshire Council, said:

"Earth Hour remains a powerful moment to raise awareness about the climate crisis, and this year we're thrilled to incorporate Blue Health. South Ayrshire is home to some of the world's most breathtaking blue spaces, which are not only essential for our environment but also for our health and wellbeing. Through events like Blue Health Day and our new leaflet, we're inspiring action to care for these incredible places and ensure they thrive for generations to come."

Julie Dettbarn, Chair of the Community Planning Partnership, added:

"I'm delighted to see vital topics like blue health being championed through the collaborative efforts of our Community Planning Partnership. I'd like to thank all the partners who've shaped the new Blue Health Calendar and today's launch event, and I urge everyone to dive in and enjoy the benefits of our superb coastlines and waterways."

Find out more:

For more details on Earth Hour and our Blue Health initiatives, visit:
south-ayrshire.gov.uk/earth-hour

To learn more about the global movement, visit:
wwf.org.uk/earth-hour

Follow the South Ayrshire Ranger Service on Facebook for updates and ways to explore and protect our natural spaces:
facebook.com/SouthAyrshireRangerService

For more details about Wild Film Night, please visit: Wild Film Night - The Heart of the Biosphere and Why Not Scotland