There are more than 100 homes in the process of construction at Chapelton, according to the latest newsletter from the developers.

The Duke of Fife writes: “The biggest change to the landscape at Cairnhill has undoubtedly been The Boxes @ Chapelton.

“Introducing retail has been a long running desire of ours and it turned into a workable plan in March. It is therefore a pleasure to have 10 new businesses in the town only six months later. All of them are occupied and there is a buzz about the place. Allowing small independent businesses to flourish has long been one of our aims and there is a community feel and excitement from all the retailers.

“Following on from our exhibition in the spring, the design team have been busy working closely on the details for the neighbourhood centre at Cairnhill and we are encouraged at the interest in the retail and commercial for the next stages.

“This will also bring the construction works alongside the proposed school site surrounded by more community parks and allotments.”

There are a number of up-coming events:

FARMERS MARKET – Sunday 21 November. Burgess Park, 11am-2:30pm.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS – Switch on in Hume Square followed by carol singing and mulled wine at Landale Court. Thursday 2 December from 6pm.

WREATH MAKING – At Slate & Grain, Sunday 5 December, 5pm and 7:30pm. Florist Linda from The Flower Pavilion will provide all the materials and knowhow to create your own Christmas wreath. See Chapelton Facebook page for tickets.

SANTA DASH – Adorn a full Santa suit and beard to take part in the town’s first Santa Dash on Sunday 5 December, weather permitting. Organised by Chapelton residents on behalf of Portlethen & District Rotary, there will be a 1K family dash and a 5K route too, beginning at Hume Square. There is a suggested minimum donation of £5 per Santa, payable on the day.