Community
Hightae is a tight-knit village where people look out for each other. From local events and groups to the Royal Four Towns Fishing Association and the village hall, there’s always something happening.
Community Council
The Royal Four Towns Community Council represents Hightae, Heck, Greenhill and Smallholm. They meet regularly, raise local issues with Dumfries & Galloway Council, handle planning consultations, maintain footpaths, organise salt bins and support vulnerable residents in winter.
Visit the Community Council page →Hightae Primary School
Right in the heart of the village. A small, friendly rural primary with one composite class serving the Royal Four Towns. Strong community links, excellent reputation and generations of local families.
Visit the School page →Royal Four Towns Hall
The beating heart of community life since 1910. Regular activities, dances, craft groups, meetings, the annual Show & Gala and much more. Find out how to book the hall and what’s on.
Visit the Royal Four Towns Hall page →Events
The annual Show & Gala, quiz nights, coffee mornings, Christmas lights switch-on, craft fairs and all the special one-off happenings that make village life special.
See all Events →Clubs & Groups
Country dancing, craft groups, Scottish Women’s Institute, Golden Years Club, artists group, tai chi, play group and plenty more local activities that bring the Royal Four Towns together.
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