The Christopher Priest Collection at Abbey Books Paisley

Every book collection tells a story, and none more so than that of Christopher Priest, as Brian Hannan of Abbey Books has discovered It’s taken us the best part of a year to open all the 50 boxes containing about 2,000 books that were donated by the widow of novelist Christopher Priest who lived... Read More

Light ASMR Massage: a new form of relaxation

We take a look at Light ASMR Massage, an innovative new form of relaxation and wellbeing available in Paisley If you’ve been on the internet anytime in the past five years, you likely have a fleeting awareness of the concept of ASMR. An abbreviation which stands for autonomous sensory meridian response, there are a... Read More

Paisley Food and Drink Festival 2025 preview

Paisley Food and Drink Festival returns with a bumper-sized portion of what you’ve come to expect and more vendors than ever If there’s one things that’s universal in this increasingly fractious world, it’s that there’s nothing better than some good grub. In recent years, Renfrewshire has increasingly become a stronghold of brilliant eateries, serving... Read More

Pro-Life Fitness Centre: supporting the people of Renfrewshire

Pro-Life Fitness Centre are ingraining themselves into the community, uplifting both their members and hundreds of other across the region If you’ve lived in Renfrewshire for any length of time, you’ve likely heard the term Pro-Life bandied around. There are a litany of potential contexts where you might’ve heard it, whether it’s someone who’s... Read More

Craig McGinlay talks exclusively to Mill

Born and bred in Paisley, Craig McGinlay has grown from sports scientist to a mainstay across TV and film. In an exclusive interview, he tells us about his origins, the plans going forward and much more… Craig McGinlay never expected to be where he is now. A Foxbar native who spent his youth at... Read More

Celie Byrne: the acclaimed artist returns to Paisley

A year on from her acclaimed father’s passing on November 30th 2023, Celie Byrne is leaving her own distinct mark on Renfrewshire’s artistic ecosystem. In a reflective chat with Mill Editor Robert Blair, they discuss her long and winding journey back to her hometown, as well as the lasting effect that both of Celie’s... Read More

Spex Appeal open second shop in Paisley town centre

Spex Appeal is bringing style and savings to the bespectacled people of Paisley, Claire Elliot speaks to Lynn and Alan Community spirit is something that has long underpinned the attitudes of the people of Paisley, and it is a commodity that is deep at the heart of the newest addition to the high street.... Read More

Architecture of Thomas Coats Memorial Church Paisley

Brian Hannan from Abbey Book reviews the Architecture of Thomas Coats Memorial Church Paisley, The Baptist Cathedral of Europe 1894 A new book celebrating one of Paisley’s most stunning buildings has been published by Paisley Publishing. With an astonishing 180 photographs, Architecture of Thomas Coats Memorial Church Paisley, The Baptist Cathedral of Europe 1894... Read More

Becca Starr: The Sound of Renfrewshire

An artist and newfound record label owner, Becca Starr discusses her career journey and forthcoming album, Defixio What was your entryway into the music industry?  I’ve been doing music forever, I showed an affinity for it even before I could talk. I’d be singing jingles off the telly and my parents got me so... Read More

Munro’s Restaurant dinner review by Suzanne Oswald

Suzanne Oswald visits Munro’s, a new Paisley eatery serving up classic fare with contemporary sensibilities  It’s getting to that time of year when a hearty, comforting meal, filled with traditional Scottish ingredients and homegrown flair, is the perfect accompaniment to these longer, darker nights. Enter Munro’s – a brand-new restaurant situated on St James’... Read More