Point and Sandwick Trust

PST welcomes newest Board Members Point and Sandwick Trust (PST) has welcomed two new members to its Board, further strengthening local representation and bringing additional experience from across the community.  Gillian Mackenzie an...

We're very happy to introduce our Anna and Gillian to the PST team! Both bring strong local knowledge, valuable professional experience and a genuine commitment to their communities. We're looking forward to them getting involved! www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/pst-wel... #isleoflewis

A New Generation of Community Wind-Wealth The Danish model demonstrates how Scotland's communities could co-own wind farms, writes Calum MacDonald.

Examining how greater community ownership could increase the economic benefit of wind energy in Scotland? This article by our Calum MacDonald looks at international models and the opportunity to strengthen local involvement and long-term community benefit. scottishleftreview.scot/a-new-genera...

Annual Over 60’s Dinner Brings Communities Together at Sandwick Hall Community spirit was on full display at Sandwick Hall on Friday 16 January, as around 120 guests came together for the much‑loved Annual Over 60’s Dinner. The event brought friends and neighbours toge...

Sandwick Hall was buzzing with laughter, music, and conversation on Friday! 120 people gathered for the annual Over-60's Dinner and enjoyed fantastic food from the Caladh Inn, served by a brilliant team of volunteers. #isleoflewis www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/annual-...

Funding secured for Changing Places Toilet at Bayble - Point and Sandwick Trust Local groups on the Isle of Lewis have welcomed a successful funding application from the Scottish Government’s Changing Places Toilets Scotland Fund that will support the development of a new fully a...

Looking forward to helping deliver a facility that supports inclusion, access and dignity for residents, visitors and families across the community. #isleoflewis #westernisles #outerhebrides

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On tomorrow (Weds 17th Dec) at Ionad Stoodie with @alzscot.bsky.social. Everyone welcome! #community #forgetmenotcafe #isleoflewis

Well done to everyone involved in the fabulous Tiumpanhead Community Hub Senior Citizens Christmas Dinner that took place on Saturday. It was a packed hall (despite the weather!) with 55 people in attendance and more receiving a takeaway/ delivery meal. Delighted to have contributed! #community

Point Community Shed receives support for new community growing space - Point and Sandwick Trust Point and Sandwick Trust has approved funding to help establish a new community Polycrub and horticultural learning space in Point, following local support identified through an online survey. Point C...

Very happy to lend support to the Point Community Shed project which aims to create a shared space where people can meet, learn practical skills and take part in activities that build confidence and community resilience. More on the link below! www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/point-c...

£1,000 grant for Forget-Me-Not Café ceilidh sessions in Point - Point and Sandwick Trust The popular monthly café for people with dementia and their carers is back in Point. Alzheimer's Scotland have piloted a number of Forget me Not Cafes across communities in the Western Isles, starting...

Fantastic to be continuing our support for @alzscot.bsky.social Forget Me Not Cafe every month. The next session will be the Christmas special on Wednesday 17th Dec from 2-4pm where Chrisann Macdonald & friends will be joined by special guest, Costello! www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/1000-gr...

Point and Sandwick Trust marks 10th AGM with Social Impact Report - Point and Sandwick Trust Community wind farm, Point and Sandwick Trust (PST), marks a series of major milestones this month, hosting its 10th Annual General Meeting at Ionad Stoodie, Point yesterday. This year marks 20 years ...

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to our AGM last night. We were pleased release our Social Impact Report (2020-2024) and Community Development Plan (2025-2030) Links to the full reports and more details on the link below 👉👉👉 www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/point-a...

Development Director, Calum MacDonald gave evidence at the Energy Security & Net Zero Select Committee in its inquiry into Unlocking Community Energy at Scale. We know that community-owned renewables projects give much greater benefits for their local economies compared to corporate schemes.

Home Repairs Service for Point and Sandwick households - Point and Sandwick Trust Over the past few months, the Point and Sandwick Trust’s Energy Support Unit (ESU) has been busy helping local households with a new Home Repairs Service – a free, practical, community-focused initiat...

Introducing our new, free Home Repairs Service - a practical initiative designed to keep people safe, warm & comfortable in their homes.

🏠Gutter cleaning 🛠Fixing slip and trip hazards 👨‍🔧Light repairs 📺Small appliance maintenance.

Click to read more!

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We're at the #JustTransition Summit with Muirneag Consulting who operate our Energy Support Unit & do much to raise the fuel poverty agenda. Pleased to spread the word about the positive change that community energy offers & ask @johnswinney.bsky.social about fair grid access for communities.

Wishing a very happy and well deserved second retirement to Tormod, a great neighbour over the years and a true gent. We're very pleased to support Urras Storas an Rubha to maintain Buth an Rubha and the important role it plays in our community. We'd be lost without it! #isleoflewis #community

Future Economy Scotland Future Economy Scotland is a non-partisan think tank that aims to create a new economy that is democratic, sustainable and just. We believe that Scotland cannot overcome the intertwined challenge...

"The absence of public ownership means that the bulk of long-term profits will be exported abroad." We support Future Economy Scotland for highlighting this data & their call for Scottish Government to take public equity stakes in future offshore wind projects.
www.futureeconomy.scot/scotwind

An Lanntair completes first independent Greenhouse Gas Audit An Lanntair has completed its first independently conducted Greenhouse Gas Audit, carried out by Stornoway-based Muirneag Consulting and supported by Climate Hebrides Hub. The audit provides the arts centre with its first comprehensive assessment of emissions and identifies practical measures for reducing its environmental impact. A key finding of the report is confirmation that the... Read more »

Pleased to see @anlanntair.bsky.social receive the findings of their Greenhouse Gas Report recently. Great to know the solar panels we were involved in funding are making a meaningful contribution to their carbon footprint reduction. www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/an-lann... #communityenergy

Dr Joana Nascimento has been with us from Cambridge University for the last 6 months as part of her UKRI-funded research into community sustainability. We've loved showing her how our community-owned wind farm is supporting local wellbeing & creating a sustainable infrastructure. #communityenergy

NESO engagement with community-owned energy groups in the Western Isles - Point and Sandwick Trust On August 27th and 28th, RESP Scotland representatives from the National Energy System Operator (NESO), visited Stornoway to gather insights from a wide range of local stakeholders as part of their st...

Pleased to be involved in the visit of #RESPScotland & the National Energy System Operator (#NESO) to Lewis. Discussions centred on the transformative potential of #communityrenewables, the challenges of grid access, and the need for regulatory reform.
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A great day out for P2B Community Association - Point and Sandwick Trust The P2B Community Association’s Annual Bus Trip was a great success on Saturday, 23 August, with residents aged 60+ from Parkend, Mackenzie Estate, Holm, Holm Road, Melbost, Branahuie and Braighe Road...

A fantastic day out for the folk from Parkend, Mackenzie Estate, Holm, Holm Road, Melbost, Branahuie and Braighe Road with the P2B Community Association last Saturday. Great community spirit on a trip round the West Side and Ness 😃 #isleoflewis
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Farming Today - 25/08/2015 - Summer at the Shielings - BBC Sounds Crofters' memories of working, playing and praying on the moors during the summer months

12 minutes well worth a listen about the summers at the shielings in Point. Featuring Catriona Dunn of Comann Eachdraidh an Rubha and Calum Graham of Garrabost Mill Trust, the piece appeared on Farming today this morning. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

We're pleased to announce we're shortlisted in the
@socialenterprise.scot Awards. We're finalists in the Community Wealth Building category & up against stiff competition! Read more 👇 www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/point-a...

Point & Sandwick Trail offer a free E-bike loan scheme in our area and have availability throughout August. With men's and women's bikes, helmets and accessories available for loan, they have everything you need to explore our beautiful local area. pointandsandwicktrail.com/bike-bookings/ #hebrides

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We are very proud to be listed as one of the UK's top 100 Social Enterprises this year! It's great to be recognised by the social enterprise sector for the work we do in support of & for the greater wellbeing of our local community. We look forward to continuing to do so for many years come. #se100

E-bike loan scheme relaunches in Point - Point and Sandwick Trust A popular e-bike scheme is being relaunched in Point this summer. The loan scheme, which lends e-bikes for local use has received an upgraded online booking system, now has dedicated truck and trailer...

We're very pleased to see the Point and Sandwick Trail E-bike loan scheme up and running. Free loan of an e-bike for use in the local area for up to 7 days with full induction from Kenny Maclean and pick up from Aros An Rubha. www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/e-bike-...

#ebike #westernisles

It's always good to see Carol & Joanne from Bethesda Hospice, even better when we're able to hand over our annual grant of £55,000. This year included an extra £10,000 to support increasing running costs at the Hospice. www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/bethesd...

Our very own DJ MacSween received an MBE in the King's Honours list for his services in the Western Isles & we couldn't be more proud of him. DJ has been a huge driving force within PST and we want to wish him huge congratulations for this recognition of all his achievements. Congrats DJ! #MBE

Sgoil an Rubha have been off on their adventures again🤩. We've covered the cost of the P7 leavers trip for the last few years & love hearing about what they get up to - making rafts, bushcraft, archery, paint ball, laser tag, ten pin bowling and a trip to the cinema! #communityenergy

Point and Sandwick Trust grant helps make Stornoway campus a leader in Scotland for hydrogen training - Point and Sandwick Trust UHI North, West and Hebrides has opened a newly refurbished hydrogen lab, part of the Technology and Innovation Centre at the campus in Stornoway. The opening follows a major upgrade thanks to a gener...

We're delighted to help fund this industrial grade, hydrogen training unit at the Stornoway campus of UHI North, West and Hebrides with income from our 100%-owned community wind farm. www.pointandsandwick.co.uk/news/point-a... #hydrogen #hydrogenscotland #communityenergyscotland

Well done runners, walkers and everyone who took part in Saturday's epic The Leanne Fund Run here in Point - and the amazing organisers and volunteers who make this local event so special, and colourful! We're always very pleased to lend our support and share lots of lovely photos! #hebrides

Collaboration is key when it comes to unlocking community owned energy at scale and our Development Manager Calum MacDonald is joining a panel discussion at #All-Energy in Glasgow today to talk about the partnerships that enable community owned energy to succeed.