Edderton, near Tain, is suffering from population decline. Photos: Fiona Munro
THE residents of a village in the Scottish Highlands which has fallen victim to depopulation over the last few decades are calling for “families, couples and individuals to help reinvigorate” their community.
The drive to bring new life to the East Sutherland village has been handed a huge boost after land was gifted for community development by Caledonia Forestry Ltd.
The development on the land at Edderton, a short stroll from the renowned Dornoch Firth, will include around seven affordable homes of mixed tenures, including discounted self-build plots.
The Communities Housing Trust (CHT), who work closely with communities across central and northern Scotland to provide affordable housing and other amenities, are currently conducting two Housing Needs Surveys with the support of Edderton Community Council.