Highland Council providing opportunity to lease Dornoch Airfield

The Highland Council is providing the opportunity to lease an airfield.

The Dornoch Airfield – a common good asset – is currently unlicensed with a total site area measuring up to 16.16 hectares with a runway included.

Historically, the airfield is used for various means such as a base for local groups operating radio-controlled planes and vehicles and a landing spot for private operators.

The airfield is currently unmanned and is available for private and emergency landings. There is also a public car parking area near to the site.

There is a privately leased hangar adjoining the airfield which is not included in the lease of the airfield.

Chairman of the Sutherland Committee, Councillor Richard Gale said: “Dornoch Airfield is a fantastic asset for Dornoch and the surrounding area, and one which has significant potential for rejuvenation and development, with a lessee able to bring a fresh perspective and approach to management of the airfield.

"It is actively used at present by a number of private pilots and flying clubs from across the region, as well as by local community groups such as the Dornoch Model Flying Club. The Council looks forward to receiving proposals from interested parties and to working with the successful tenant to support them as they take on this exciting opportunity.”

The lease would last for five years, and the closing date for applications is October 13.

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