A milestone in the work of the Trustees and Friends of St Conan’s Kirk was completed with the removal of 2 non-native Douglas Fir trees. These trees had grown for over 100 years to the point where they were taller than the kirk and routinely blocked roof gutters with their needles which was causing rainwater to enter and damage the kirk. They also reduced the amount of light (and heat) entering the kirk through the Apse windows. The kirk is now also visible from boats or kayaks on the Loch and also from the road on the opposite shore. The work was undertaken with the support of our many visitors who contribute to the restoration and upkeep of the kirk.