Crofting Commission

Crofting Commission We regulate and promote crofting in Scotland, creating a successful crofting system that positively Crofts range in size with an average croft being 5ha.

Crofting is a system of landholding which is unique to Scotland. A croft is relatively small agricultural land holding which is normally held in tenancy. The Crofting Commission is working to secure the future of crofting by creating and promoting a well regulated crofting system that positively contributes to the sustainability of rural communities. The Commission is a Non-Departmental Public Bod

y (NDPB) which operates on a day to day basis independently of the Scottish Government, but for which Scottish Ministers are ultimately responsible.

Croitearachd agus an Àrainneachd Is e cruth beag-dèinead de dh’àiteachas a th’ ann an croitearachd a tha gu tric a’ dol...
01/06/2026

Croitearachd agus an Àrainneachd
Is e cruth beag-dèinead de dh’àiteachas a th’ ann an croitearachd a tha gu tric a’ dol le glèidhteachas. Tha sinn a’ brosnachadh agus a’ cur taic ri croitearan nan oidhirpean air am fearann a ruith gu seasmhach agus dualchas nàdarra na h-Alba a dhìon. Ionnsaich tuilleadh mun cheangal eadar croitearachd agus an àrainneachd air an làraich-lìn againn.

Crofting and the Environment
Crofting is a low-intensity form of agriculture that often goes hand-in-hand with conservation. We encourage and support crofters in their efforts to manage their land sustainably and protect Scotland’s natural heritage. Learn more about the link between crofting and the environment on our website.

📌 Commissioners work part time, but their role is an important one.They provide leadership, oversight and decision-makin...
29/05/2026

📌 Commissioners work part time, but their role is an important one.

They provide leadership, oversight and decision-making for the Crofting Commission.

🔎 Did you know?The Register of Crofts is a public list of crofts managed by the Crofting Commission.It includes key info...
28/05/2026

🔎 Did you know?

The Register of Crofts is a public list of crofts managed by the Crofting Commission.

It includes key information about each croft and the people linked to it, and can be searched online.

🧭 Did you know?A division application is used to split a croft into two or more separate crofts.Before applying, check t...
27/05/2026

🧭 Did you know?

A division application is used to split a croft into two or more separate crofts.

Before applying, check the guidance carefully so you understand what information is needed.

📘 Did you know?Grazings Regulations help set out how a common grazing should be managed and administered.They can cover ...
26/05/2026

📘 Did you know?

Grazings Regulations help set out how a common grazing should be managed and administered.

They can cover committee appointments, maintenance, improvements, finance and stock control.

📍 Need consent to live more than 32km from your croft?A consent to be absent application is used when a crofter needs co...
25/05/2026

📍 Need consent to live more than 32km from your croft?

A consent to be absent application is used when a crofter needs consent to live further away for a set period.

Check the guidance before applying.

📄 Did you know?Assignation is the process used to transfer a croft tenancy to another person.If you are thinking about a...
22/05/2026

📄 Did you know?

Assignation is the process used to transfer a croft tenancy to another person.

If you are thinking about assigning a croft, please check the application guidance and make sure you use the correct form.

🗳️ The Board includes six Commissioners elected by crofters.Up to three further Commissioners are appointed by Scottish ...
21/05/2026

🗳️ The Board includes six Commissioners elected by crofters.

Up to three further Commissioners are appointed by Scottish Ministers.

This brings crofting experience and public governance together.

🌿 Common grazings are shared resources.That means clear management matters.Grazings Committees help manage, maintain and...
20/05/2026

🌿 Common grazings are shared resources.

That means clear management matters.

Grazings Committees help manage, maintain and improve common grazings for the people who have rights in them.

✅ A quick check can save time.Before sending in a crofting application, check that the details are correct and match the...
19/05/2026

✅ A quick check can save time.

Before sending in a crofting application, check that the details are correct and match the Register of Crofts where needed.

Clear information helps us process applications more efficiently.

Address

Leachkin Road
Inverness
IV38NW

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441463663439

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