The Trust is delighted to confirm the successful Community Asset Transfer of another local green asset! Previously earmarked for housing development, this area of farmland adjoining Teucheen Wood has now been brought into community ownership - protecting it for generations to come. Our community members have long championed the preservation of Inchinnan’s green landscape, diverse wildlife habitats, and natural heritage - for the benefit of both people and nature. The Trust wa

After months of listening, gathering ideas, and working alongside our community, we are thrilled to share that Inchinnan Local Place Plan is now open for public feedback. What happens now? We have entered what is the Information Notice Period, a formal 28-day consultation that runs until 5:00pm on Thursday 2nd of April 2026. During this time, we are inviting everyone, residents, local representatives, community groups, and anyone who cares about the future of Inchinnan, to r

To mark four years of community land ownership, we’re inviting our community to come together for a special celebration of our village and the land we care for. Join us on Saturday 18th of October for a celebration of village life and community land, with stalls, live music, and free kids activities, alongside food and drinks. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate our shared achievements and look ahead to what’s next for Inchinnan. As part of the day, there will also be a

Have your say on Inchinnan’s future! Inchinnan Community Council, together with Inchinnan Development Trust, is creating a Local Place Plan (LPP) - a community-led vision for how our village grows and develops. 💡 Your ideas are central to this! Our interactive map survey is now live until 26th October. Add your comments, mark your ideas on the map, and help shape Inchinnan: www.inchinnandt.com/placeplan 📬 Our ILPP information leaflet is being delivered around the village -

We'll be celebrating Community Land Festival again this year with a FREE community event. Date: Saturday 18th October from 1-4pm Location: India of Inchinnan, Greenock Road, Inchinnan, PA4 9LH Anyone & everyone is welcome to come along. There will be kids inflatables, sensory room, catering, crafting activities, stalls, local information, music, and much more... Anyone wishing to donate, have a table/stall, volunteer, or sponsor can email the Trust at: idtsecretary@hotmail.c

Our latest seasonal review is now online! Catch up on what’s been happening across Inchinnan - from woodland management and community events to the continued efforts of our volunteers and new projects taking shape.

After the success of last year’s Nature Crafting events, we will be running two hand cream making sessions as part of Renfrewshire Council’s Winter Connections Programme. 📅 Tuesday 18th of March 📅 Thursday 20th of March 🕤 6:30PM to 8:00PM 📍 India of Inchinnan, Greenock Road The sessions are completely free of charge and well attended, so book your spot early so as not to be disappointed! To book a space or find out more, please email us at: maggie-idt@outlook.com

Inchinnan Development Trust held its third Annual General Meeting on 10th of December 2024, giving an overview of the Trust's activities...

This past weekend, we welcomed community members and visitors for a special afternoon of celebration as part of the 2024 Community Land Festival. The event was a great success - with community members and visitors coming together with enthusiasm and a shared love of our village. The afternoon began with a guided walking tour led by members (Margaret and June) of the knowledgeable Inchinnan Historical Interest Group. The walk gave attendees a first-hand look at our community-o

Community Land Festival is almost here! This annual celebration brings together communities from across Scotland to highlight the power of community land ownership and sustainable management of community assets. Here at Inchinnan, we're excited to invite you to join us for an afternoon filled with family-friendly activities and community connection. The event will kick off with a guided walking tour of the village, followed by an indoor celebration at the historic India of I

Join us on the afternoon of Saturday 26th October for a celebration of Inchinnan and our journey into community land ownership! We’ll be hosting a walking tour showcasing our current community-owned land, land purchases in the pipeline, and future village aspirations for community ownership. After the tour, enjoy an indoor/outdoor event at the historic India of Inchinnan building. There will be stalls, family fun, live musical entertainment, and more! Programme for the day: I

A view of the site from Greenock Road. IDT are in the first stages of applying for a Community Asset Transfer of an important local asset, an area of farmland adjacent to Teucheen Wood’s main entrance path. Our short survey can be found here. The community of Inchinnan have long expressed a desire for the preservation of Inchinnan’s greenbelt, diverse habitats, and natural heritage - both for the benefit of people and wildlife. The Trust was established with this goal in mind

Our woodland activity sessions are starting up again after taking a break over the summer holidays. From campfire cooking and foraging to bushcraft and willow weaving - there will be plenty on offer! The sessions will give you a chance to get out into our woodland and find out more about local nature, learning new skills and taking part in various activities which will boost your connection to the natural world and confidence in the outdoors. 🌿 Sessions will be taking place

Our new seasonal review is now online! Have a read to discover the latest from across Inchinnan - including woodland updates, news from our volunteers, new projects starting to take shape, and a bumper springtime nature review: Happy reading!

IDT Development Manager, Maggie, was recently invited to join a discussion panel hosted by Community Land Scotland. The event, which focused on the heritage and future of community land ownership, brought together a diverse panel of community activists, academics, and community landowners, alongside music and spoken word performances. Guests for the evening included: Martin Avila, CEIS and former Director of Kinning Park Complex Dr Josh Doble, Community Land Scotland Maggie

It’s #VolunteersWeek and #WorldEnvironmentDay, which gives the Trust a perfect opportunity to say a huge thank you to our dedicated volunteers who support our projects across Inchinnan! From our Friends of Teucheen Wood, who support the management of our community woodland, to our volunteers helping to develop a new communal greenspace at India Tyres Playing Fields - we are incredibly grateful for your support and commitment to the Trust and the communities we serve. Your har

We were out last week installing new signage around Teucheen Wood to give dog owners some top tips to ensure their furry friends can make the most of the woodland while keeping it safe, clean, and enjoyable for all community members. We love seeing dogs make the most of Inchinnan’s woodlands and greenspaces, but when discussing the risks of irresponsible handling and dog fouling, we often hear: “It’s not my dog” However, it’s important to remember that all owners have a respo

New seasonal signage has been installed in two areas in Inchinnan frequented by vulnerable ground nesting birds during the annual wildlife breeding season (March - July). Inchinnan’s fields and grasslands are home to important populations of rare and endangered ground nesting birds. Species including Lapwing, Skylark, and Meadow Pipit use these areas for nesting and rearing their chicks during the annual breeding season. Off-lead dogs can trample ground nests and scare off ad

With Winter 2023/24 now having come and gone, our seasonal review has been making its way to doorsteps across Inchinnan - sharing highlights from our work across the community, updates on upcoming projects and opportunities to get involved, and a glimpse into our village’s winter wildlife. For those outside of Inchinnan who want to catch up on the latest news and updates, a digital version is now available: Happy reading!

Inchinnan Development Trust and Cllr. Iain Nicolson were delighted to be invited along to Scottish Parliament for Community Land Scotland’s Parliamentary Reception hosted by Kaukab Stewart MSP. The evening celebrated the achievements of urban landowners with groups exhibiting their work across various themes: addressing the climate and biodiversity crises, bringing new futures to historic buildings, making changes through arts-based community centres, and delivering community