The Trust purchased two properties in Tarbert in 2006/7 with the intention of building an office for itself along with affordable housing, in the village centre. It was decided during 2009 that this development should become a high priority for the Trust.  

A “design and build” contract was awarded to Calmax Construction during 2010. The building, which was completed in June 2011 sits in a prominent position, a stone’s throw from the ferry dock, next to the Post Office.  

   

The building includes two, two-bedroom flats on the upper level. These have now been allocated to local people. On the ground floor is the new “Tigh an Urrais” office housing trust staff. 

This purpose-built office provides work space for up to 9 people, allowing room for an increase in staff numbers from the current total of six . 

Spare office space is now occupied on a temporary basis by two other community organisations. Harris Community Care Forum and Harris Voluntary Services will eventually relocate to new offices at what is now Sir E Scott Primary school.  

  

The relocation of the Trust Office to this prime site in Tarbert gives us a more prominent and visible base within the community. It provides easier access for Trust members and visitors to North Harris alike. This project has received funding from:  

• CNES’s Community and Land Resources Development Fund – £50,000
• Scottish Rural Development Program (SRDP) – £166,000