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.

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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.

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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 →
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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 →
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Events

The annual Show & Gala, live music, quiz nights, coffee mornings, Christmas lights switch-on and all the special happenings that make village life special. Full calendar with dates, times and add-to-calendar.

See all Events →
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Clubs & Groups

Painting for pleasure, craft group, playgroup, Tai Chi, SWI, Golden Years Club, dancing for fitness and the monthly Coffee Stop – all the regular activities that bring the Royal Four Towns together at the Hall.

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