We're gearing up to celebrate community ownership with a special walk in North Lewis, as the biggest ever Community Land Festival takes place across the country later this month!

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We're hosting a ‘Trail Taster’ walk, and lunch, from Port of Ness to Eoropie on Saturday 25th October, and the event is among dozens of community-owned projects highlighting the aspirations and benefits of local empowerment as part of the 2025 Community Land Festival, which runs from 17th October to 2nd November.

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On the walk you can expect stunning coastal scenery and landmarks as well as tales of ancient clans and seafarer stories, as we walk from port of Ness to Eoropie - you might even spot an orca, if we're lucky!

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At the end of this 7km walk, we will all head to Ness F.C. Social Club for a bowl of soup and a chance to hear more about the walk, which is part of the next stage of the Heritage Trail, which will be launched later this year.

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This walk is open to everyone (children must be capable of walking 7km comfortably) and is free to attend. Please meet at Ness F.C. Social Club at 9:30am where a minibus will transport you to the start location. We will return to Ness F.C. Social Club after the walk so you can collect your car (after you've had you lunch to recover!)

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Although this is a free event, please ensure you book your place in advance - this is to ensure we have enough lunch for everyone!! You can book below, or alternatively, please visit https://bookwhen.com/uogevents. 

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About Community Land festival

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​The Community Land Festival is organised by Community Land Scotland and the Community Land Team. This record-breaking year sees more than 30 groups signed up to take part, from Shetland down to the Borders and Dumfries & Galloway, and over half are taking part for the very first time. The 2025 festival sees a huge range of community activities, including workshops, play readings and Halloween dress-up parties. Some are using the Festival to celebrate with pumpkin trails, family days and woodland walks, while others are using it to spark conversations about future projects. Find out more here. 

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