The Charity is really pleased to share that the Concept Study for Ulva Church is now complete.

This work was funded through The Argyll and the Islands Community Led Local Development (CLLD) Fund — provided by the Scottish Government’s CLLD programme — and delivered by New Practice, and marks an important step forward in bringing the building back into use.

The study sets out a clear and realistic direction for the church — as a simple, flexible space for the community, with the potential to host occasional events that could help support its long-term upkeep. It builds directly on the conversations held with residents and the wider Mull community, and we hope people feel that their perspectives and wishes have been respectfully reflected in the proposal.

This forms part of a wider three-year plan to restore Ulva Church. With this stage now complete, we’ve already started taking the next steps to keep momentum going — progressing funding applications and preparing for the detailed technical work needed to move the project forward.

The church is in need of urgent repairs, particularly to the roof, to prevent further deterioration, and has been closed to public for safety reason. This won’t be a quick fix — the costs will be significant, and we’ll need to secure the right support and funding to do it properly — but we now have a clear foundation to build from. You can read more about the church and how to support its restoration here.

At the moment, Ulva has no indoor public space, so this project has the potential to make a real difference for residents, as well as improving facilities for visitors.

Read the full study by clicking the link below:

Ulva Church Concept Study

Thanks again to the CLLD Fund for supporting this stage of the project!

We are currently experiencing a high volume of enquiries and Expressions of Interest (EOI) relating to land, projects, and new initiatives across Ulva and north west Mull. It’s been genuinely great to see the level of interest, ideas and passion people have for the islands.

As a small team, we’re working through these as quickly as we can, but responses may take a little longer than usual. Please be assured that all enquiries and EOIs are being logged and reviewed, and we will respond in due course.

Thank you for your patience while we work through them.

North West Mull Community Woodland Company (NWMCWC) is introducing a clear and structured process for individuals, businesses, and organisations interested in leasing or using community-owned assets. This approach aims to ensure transparency in decision-making while encouraging community participation in ways that contribute to the long-term sustainability of Ulva and North West Mull.

The Expression of Interest (EOI) process provides a straightforward way for interested parties to put forward proposals for leasing buildings, using land, or developing new initiatives. Submissions will be assessed based on the NWMCWC’s Asset Use Principles, ensuring that opportunities are allocated fairly and in a way that benefits the wider community.

As this is a new process, we will review it regularly to ensure it remains clear, accessible, and fit for purpose. In addition to commercial leases, we encourage individuals or groups with ideas for community activities, events, or other initiatives to get in touch by emailing admin@nwmullwoodland.co.uk. We are keen to support projects that align with the long-term sustainability and development of Ulva and North West Mull communities.

The full procedure, EOI Form and Asset Use Principles are now available to download here:

For more information or to discuss a potential proposal, please contact admin@nwmullwoodland.co.uk.

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