1961
The Monte Carlo Rally passed through Ballantrae. Ten drivers were stopped and charged with speeding, and the rally route never again included our village.
1962
Bernard Fergusson of Auchairne appointed Governor General of New Zealand for five years
1963
Royal Observer Corps underground nuclear monitoring post built at Holm Park Farm. Remained in use until 1968, then reopened 1974-91.
Ballantrae cut off by snow. Supplies and mail delivered by fishing boat 'Annabelle'.
1963 Snow
1964
Ballantrae New Bridge built
1965 New Bridge complete
1965
Mr George Boreland retired as Headmaster of Ballantrae School after 21 years
School in New Zealand named after Bernard Fergusson, the Governor General
1966
The 'May' ran aground
1966 "May" runs aground
1968
Crowds lined the Main Street as HRH Princess Margaret passed through on her way to open the Scottish Milk Marketing Board's new creamery in Stranraer