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What is the Scottish Rural Network?

The Scottish Rural Network (SRN) supports and encourages rural development by building the capacity and capabilities of rural and island communities and stakeholders and by sharing information, ideas, good practice and funding opportunities.

We work with rural and island stakeholders, communities, delivery organisations and a range of Scottish Government policy areas to strengthen Scotland’s rural and island communities to support and empower them to become sustainable, resilient and vibrant places to live, work and study.

Learn more about us
  • Find funding

    Scottish Rural Network has teamed up with SCVO to provide a free local, online funding search for your charity, community group or social enterprise. From small grants to funding for big capital projects, we can help you track down the funding you need to make a difference in your community.

  • Guest Blog

    Our blog section features a range of blog articles from people and organisations involved in supporting rural and island communities and businesses, sharing their insights, experiences and reflections.

Latest news

  • Financial support for tree planting.

    Scotland’s drive to expand woodland cover is gathering pace, with crofters and farmers increasingly supported to plant trees through initiatives...
  • Stepping up for RSABI!

    Chapelton Farm worker Collin Dodds will embark on a gruelling journey this June to raise funds for Scottish agricultural charity,...
  • Bean feast ahead!

    Scientists, farmers and food industry leaders from across the UK and beyond will gather this week at The James Hutton...

Events

  • Young Writers’ Café with Heather Parry

    Date: to

    Location: WASPS Studios Inverness, Inverness, , IV2 3JP

    Writing Horror from HistoryHow do we include real historical events in our horror writing, without indulging in sensationalism? How...
  • Community Tourism Workshop

    Date: to

    Location: Montreith Village Hall

    This workshop is part of the Solway Coast and Marine Project (SCAMP Landscape Connections), a partnership of local organisations delivering...

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Be inspired

See how we’ve supported other rural communities and businesses across the country.

  • Keep on Truckin!

    When communities across Scotland experience disruptions like severe weather incidents, they develop unique resources and strengths to get through. This case study film features Carrick Resilience Team who received a grant of £28,585 to purchase an off-road...

    Funding received: £28,585

    Awarded from: Scottish Government funding (distributed by ARIA Local Action Group)

  • Community owned shop delivers the goods!

    In rural and island communities a local shop can be a life line to local residents. So, when a...

    Funding received: £9,200

    Awarded from: Scottish Government funding (distributed by Scottish Borders LAG)

  • Turning up the heat!

    When communities across Scotland experience disruptions, whether major incidents or more localised challenges, they develop unique resources and strengths...

    Funding received: £34,900

    Awarded from: Scottish Government funding (distributed by Cairngorms Local Action Group)

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