Some of you may have noticed sheep’s wool tied around some of our recently planted tree saplings in Hazelbank Wood. We’re currently testing a few different ideas to help deter deer from browsing on them, this is part of one of our trials. The method behind it is deer tend...

Following their recent visit to last month's community council meeting, where they outlined revisions to the Balnespick Wind Farm proposal, representatives from the project team have announced a public drop-in event at The Strathdearn on 11 May. Local residents will have the opportunity to learn more about the updated plans...

Strathdearn Community Council, Tuesday 12th May @ 7.00pm in The Strathdearn This meeting will also be available on MS TeamsMeeting ID: 331 494 608 625 553 Passcode: CJ2RR3hEJoin the meeting HERE (NB: Meeting will be recorded to ensure the minutes are true and accurate) Apologies Declarations of interest Balfour Beatty Minutes...

[This fortnightly briefing from Highland Council brings together a wide range of updates, opportunities, and useful information for community groups, organisations, and residents. Strathdearn Community Website has converted it into a more readable format. The original document can be accessed from HERE] Dear Colleagues and Partners, Welcome to the fortnightly...

Community Briefing (Fortnightly Update) Produced by the Highland Community Planning Partnership in collaboration with Highland Council, this regular briefing brings together a wide range of updates, opportunities, and useful information for community groups, organisations, and residents. Each edition typically includes: Funding opportunities and grants Training, events, and volunteering opportunities Updates...

Your End Of March Update  What's Been Going On?  Want to be the first to take a sneak peek at the new community houses? Looking for more information on how to join the community gym discount scheme? Or keen to hear about the latest summer events? Read on!  Community Affordable Housing –...

[Following safety concerns raised at recent Strathdearn Community Council meetings, please see the following correspondence initiated by our Highland Councillor Ken Gowans. The documents referred to can be downloaded at the end of this page] From Ken Gowans to Alistair MacLeod (Roads Operations (INBS) Hi Ali, Very real concerns have...

Community Briefing (Fortnightly Update) Produced by the Highland Community Planning Partnership in collaboration with Highland Council, this regular briefing brings together a wide range of updates, opportunities, and useful information for community groups, organisations, and residents. Each edition typically includes: Funding opportunities and grants Training, events, and volunteering opportunities Updates...

Strathdearn Community Council. Tuesday 14th April @ 7.00pm in The Strathdearn This meeting will also be available on MS TeamsMeeting ID: 340 376 239 716 89 Passcode: ux3h3wy7Join the meeting(NB: Meeting will be recorded to ensure the minutes are true and accurate) Agenda Apologies Declarations of interest Balnespick Windfarm Update Minutes...

Road users are advised of upcoming changes to the road layout and traffic management on the A9 at Dalmagarry. Overnight works – temporary signals and convoy system For approximately three nights from Friday 17 April at 19:00 until Wednesday 22 April at 06:00, with no works taking place on the...

Strathdearn Teens - Many thanks for the comments submitted at the Teen Social on Friday 27 March. Strathdearn Community Council is delighted to receive your input as part of its preparation of Strathdearn's new community-led plan! For other local teens, who couldn't make Friday's session, you can still submit comments on what you...

🎉 Our Annual Summer Fun Day is BACK! 🎉 📅 Saturday 13th June 2026 ⏰ Family entertainment from 4pm – 7pm 📍 The Strathdearn, Tomatin Get ready for an afternoon filled with family fun! 4pm - 7pm ✨ Bouncy castles  🤠 Rodeo bull 🚒 Fire engine visit 🎨 Face painting...

With regard to current fuel prices and the possibility of worse to come, our Community Council would like to remind folks that Strathdearn Charitable Trust maintains a Helping Hand Fund to provide assistance to those in the IV13 postcode who are struggling with their bills. To apply, visit the SCCT...

Your group - your thoughts Calling all community groups in Strathdearn Have your group members expressed needs and wishes, which you would like to share with Strathdearn Community Council, as part of its preparation of a new, five-year plan for Strathdearn? If the answer is 'Yes', then we would love to hear from you!...

🌸 Strathdearn Primary School are joining up with Strathdearn Community Developments for this year’s Flower Show! 🌸 📅 Saturday 5th September 2026 📍 Strathdearn Primary School We’re excited to invite you to our Flower Show Fundraiser in support of Strathdearn Primary School! Come along for a great community day full...