Our #GoPlaces campaign is all about sharing latest activity and thinking in community-led development. We want to bring together latest information, share innovative ideas, showcase examples of real-time projects, link you to organisations who can help you, and explore a range of topics relevant to communities including: wealth building • income generation • assets and enterprises • community energy • net zero • Gaelic • funding • housing • tourism •crofting • culture • heritage
The focus is on Scotland, and we'll include UK and international content where it's relevant. Get in touch if you have a story to tell, and you can also take part by sharing information on social media channels, tagged with #GoPlaces.
What's happening in community development
Shetland youngster showcases how pioneering energy project
The communities of Tomintoul and Glenlivet have taken a huge step towards realising their aspirations for community-owned housing with the purchase of the former secondary school in Tomintoul.
Community leaders build network to shape the future of tourism
Plans to purchase and develop a former church in Easter Ross into a facility for the community and visitors, are a step closer with the completion of the funding package.
Twenty-one community groups across the country are to benefit from the latest round of Scottish Land Fund (SLF) approvals, totalling £1.667,987.
A community project to create an all-weather, multi-purpose sports pitch in Moray has been awarded up to £100,000 by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
A community group on one of Orkney’s north isles is purchasing a former boat store to increase year-round tourism and provide arts-residencies for young people.
Are you interested in how communities deliver complex projects, providing a range of products and services? See some examples in our video wall.
Housing, a nationally recognised tourism attraction, local service delivery. Kyle of Sutherland Development Trust don't shy away from the big projects in their community.
They've gained so many skills they are now offering consultancy to other communities to help them deliver their projects.
The Sandwick community in Shetland has delivered a variety of projects which allow locals and tourists alike to share in the culture and heritage of their area.
They've converted a former weaving shed to a cafe, their visitor centre is a hub for all, and it's a great place to for crafts and knitwear.
Westray's community wind turbine supports a wide range of community group projects which touch every aspect of island life. Clubs and groups, facilities, services - all helping meet local needs and maintaining a fantastic quality of life for the residents.
With 186,000 people visiting the beautiful Fairy Pools in Glenbrittle in Skye the community took on the challenge to solve the parking chaos.
A car park project has made life better for visitors and the community, and the income generated is re-invested into the local environment and community projects.
To reduce food miles, and address a long supply chain, the residents in the north of Shetland Mainland developed an innovative Polycrub.
As well as bringing the people of the community together, these now sell across the world, supporting them to deliver a range of community-led projects locally.
The island communities of Canna, Eigg, Rum, Muck, Fair Isle, Foula and the west coast peninsula communities of Knoydart and Scoraig are working together as a consortium to decarbonise heat, transport and electricity supplies.
Find out how they are going about it.
Find Business Support is a Scottish Government website which brings together information and support, including COVID-19 funding, for Scotland.
Find Business SupportSCVO is the national membership organisation for the voluntary sector. They provide members with a range of practical business services, training and latest third sector job information.
SCVO website
Scotland’s Centre for Regional Inclusive Growth has been set up by the Scottish Government to support public, private and third sector partners to design, develop and support the delivery of Inclusive Growth within Scotland’s regions.
It encourages a people centred approach to decision making and investment in community wealth building, business and inclusive growth and regeneration.
Find out about the range of specialist products and services available through HIE.
Communities are at the heart of social and economic development
Our practical toolkit can help you with everything from planning to conveyancing
How we can help businesses with a social and economic impact
Funding for community organisations across Scotland to own land, buildings and other assets
Help to set up your own social enterprise.
The Rural Leadership programme will equip rural business owners and managers with the confidence and skills to make bold decisions and to get the best from themselves, their business and their team.
