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The Pairc Trust Appoints Contractor as Tigh Ceilidh Renovation Moves Ahead
The Pairc Trust working in partnership with Tighean Innse Gall (TIG) is delighted to announce that full funding has now been secured for the Tigh Ceilidh Renovation and Extension Project in Gravir, a housing project that will bring a long‑vacant property back into use as a high‑quality, energy‑efficient family home offered at social rent levels. This marks a significant milestone in the Trust’s ongoing work to address the shortage of affordable housing in the Pairc area and t
Emma Mackenzie
3 days ago3 min read


Pairc Newsletter - January 2026
The January 2026 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! Happy New Year! The Pairc Trust are pleased to bring you an exciting update on our project to renovate the Tigh Ceilidh in Gravir, further plans for deer & goose management on the Estate, updates from the Islands Book Trust, Aline Community Woodland, and Muaitheabhal Community Windfarm Trust, and more news and events from across South Lochs & Kinloch. If there is anything that you would would like to submit to
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Jan 211 min read


Pairc Newsletter - December 2025
The December 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! The Pairc Trust are pleased to bring you news of our Christmas light switch-on, updates from the Ravenspoint Hostel and Islands Book Trust, a community survey for Lochs residents for the Local Place Plan, and more news and events from across South Lochs & Kinloch. As we head into the Christmas holidays, we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas from all of us here at the Trust! If there is anything tha
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Pairc Newsletter - November 2025
The November 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! The Pairc Trust are pleased to bring you news of the unveiling of new signage for the Estate as part of this year’s Community Land Festival celebration, as well as bringing you updates on awards from the Pairc Trust Community Benefit Fund, vital funding awarded to Aline Community Woodland, and more news and events from across South Lochs & Kinloch. If there is anything that you would would like to submit to t
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Nov 19, 20251 min read


Pairc Newsletter - October 2025
The October 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! The Pairc Trust are pleased to invite you to the unveiling of new signage for the Estate as part of this year’s Community Land Festival, as well as bringing you updates on the Pairc Landscape Project (including a visit to Sgoil na Pairc), a further community consultation event with SSEN, and more news and events from across South Lochs & Kinloch. If there is anything that you would would like to submit to the
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Oct 22, 20251 min read


Community Land Festival 2025
The Pairc Trust is gearing up to celebrate community ownership, as the biggest ever Community Land Festival takes place across the country next week. Celebrating the new signage for the Pairc Trust is among dozens of Community-owned projects highlighting the aspirations and benefits of local empowerment as part of the Festival which runs from October 17 to November 2. This event celebrates a meaningful milestone in the story of Pairc, correcting a long-standing boundary where
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Pairc Newsletter - September 2025
The September 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! The Pairc Trust are pleased to bring news of of Co-Chomunn na...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Sep 16, 20251 min read


YOUTH ENABLEMENT AWARD 2025 - Driving Lesson Funding
🚗 Driving Forward: Empowering Young People in Pairc! Are you aged 17–30 and living in the Pairc area? The Pairc Trust are excited to...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Sep 3, 20251 min read


Pairc Newsletter - August 2025
The August 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! The Pairc Trust are pleased to bring news of further plans for gunnera...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Aug 13, 20251 min read


Pairc Newsletter - July 2025
The July 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! The Pairc Trust are pleased to bring news of our new Project Manager,...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Jul 16, 20251 min read


Pairc Newsletter - June 2025
The June 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! We are pleased to bring news of Made in Pairc’s first market of locally...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Jun 18, 20251 min read


Pairc Newsletter - May 2025
The May 2025 edition of the Pairc newsletter is now available! We are pleased to bring you an item from the Islands Book Trust inviting...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
May 14, 20251 min read


April Newsletter
Our April 2025 newsletter is now available! We are pleased to bring you updates on events with Community Energy Scotland and the Islands...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Apr 11, 20251 min read


March Newsletter
Our March 2025 newsletter is now available! We are pleased to bring you updates of the ‘Made in Pairc’ initiative, news of free...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Mar 17, 20251 min read


Community Benefit Fund Award - Garyvard Cemetery Committee
🤝 A £1,000 grant has been awarded to Garyvard Cemetery Committee to contribute towards the upkeep of the cemetery including a new ride...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Mar 12, 20251 min read


February Newsletter
Our February 2025 newsletter is now available! We are pleased to announce the Trust’s next AGM taking place at the Resource Centre on...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Feb 19, 20251 min read


January Newsletter
Our January 2025 newsletter is now available! This month features information on an event with the Woodland Trust, the launch of the...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Jan 22, 20251 min read


December Newsletter
Our December newsletter is now available! This month features a letter from our Chair, an important press release from Muaithebhal...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Dec 11, 20241 min read


November Newsletter
Our November newsletter is now available! This month features the start of an exciting new project in Pairc, highlights of local books...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Nov 20, 20241 min read


Community Benefit Fund - Islands Book Trust
The Pairc Trust are delighted to award Islands Book Trust a £500 grant from The Pairc Trust Community Benefit Fund in collaboration with...
Luke Crosland-Thomson
Oct 30, 20241 min read
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