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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

Events

  • CWA Conference 2026

    Date: to

    Location: The Nevis Centre An Aird, Fort William, PH33 6AN

    There are around 200 groups across Scotland, involved in or responsible for the management of thousands of hectares of woodland...
  • Beyond Borders International Festival 2026

    Date: to

    Location: Traquair House Innerleithen, Peeblesshire EH44 6PW

    The event takes place at Traquair House in the Scottish Borders, where this magnificent historical backdrop plays host to discussions,...
  • Borders Book Festival

    Date: to

    Location: Harmony House St Marys Road Melrose TD6 9LJ

    More than 100 events for all ages, plus festival bookshops, food and drink village… and entry to the festival...

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  • Get a weekly round-up of rural news direct to your inbox
  • Find out about funding opportunities
  • Discover inspiring and innovative projects
  • Connect with other people, businesses and community groups

Be inspired

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

  • You can grow your own way…

    Beechbrae is a social enterprise and charity based in Beechbrae Wood in Blackridge, West Lothian. It began as a...

    Funding received: £7,864

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

  • 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)

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