Welcome to
North Sutherland Community Forest Trust
Community Owned & Community Run
NSCFT exists to provide and advance the accessibility of forest-related recreational facilities and activities for the communities of North Sutherland (Tongue to Melvich, including Strathnaver, Strath Halladale and Forsinard).
We work closely with Forestry and Land Scotland at Borgie Forest. We are current in the process of purchasing the larger log cabin at Borgie and the surrounding land.
In 2026 we acquired Rosal Clearance Village through a Community Asset Transfer from Forestry and Land Scotland.
We own an area of plantation forestry in Forsinain as well as a sawmill and sheds.
What We Do
Borgie Cabin
We own one of the log cabins at Borgie Breco. The cabin is available to hire by the local community for activities and events.
Rosal Clearance Village
In February 2026 we brought the historically important Clearance Village of Rosal into community ownership.
Sawmill
We have a sawmill at Forsinain. The sawmill is currently not operational and we are considering the next steps for the facility.
Borgie Forest Friends
Boat building
Branching Out
On the last Sunday of each month we host a
volunteer working day (plus lunch) at Borgie Forest to help maintain the forest for all visitors.
In partnership with Strathnaver Museum, we’ve hosted the construction of a replica of traditional fishing boat. Completed in 2026 and named Grace.
Our fortnightly sessions at Borgie Cabin provide a change to learn new skills, perfect some existing hobbies and meet friends along the way.