Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust

A Peek into Peatland Restoration

The sun was shining bright, and the winds were whipping through Islay as we gathered for a memorable day at the Dunlossit Estate Community Open Morning. Held at Ballygrant Hall, it was a chance for members of the public to immerse themselves in the world of peatland restoration and conservation. Read more
We are hiring outdoor learning practitioners this summer

ACT are hiring outdoor learning practitioners for summer holiday clubs at Kilmory Walled Garden in Lochgilphead. Read more
Introducing the Argyll and Bute Climate Action Network Hub

A new Argyll and Bute Climate Action Network (ABCAN) Hub is supporting Argyll and Bute community to face the challenges of climate change. Read more
Reconnecting Argyll’s rainforest

We're creating 55 hectares of native woodland in Argyll over the next five years thanks to new funding. Read more

Our story

We are a community-led organisation, and registered charity, established in 2014. How do we ACT? Find out here.

Community engagement

Our projects are your projects. We support communities to make projects happen.

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ACT Peatland Initiative

Peatland restoration, building the connection people have with the peatlands, and improving our understanding of the species that call this landscape home.

Saving Argyll's Rainforest

Our demonstration project to save Argyll's rainforest habitat.

Branching Out

Learn about our innovative programme of woodland based activities for people with poor mental health.

Carbon Literacy Resources for Local Authorities

All the resources here are relevant to Councillors, Executives, Managers and the wider staff team.

cooler futures

Climate change training for Argyll & Bute children & young people

ACT Ecology

Ecological consultancy service for the isles of Islay and Jura.

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Our latest news

We are hiring outdoor learning practitioners this summer

ACT are hiring outdoor learning practitioners for summer holiday clubs at Kilmory Walled Garden in Lochgilphead. Read more
Our reCycle project goes full speed ahead

We have a batch of refurbished bikes looking for new homes and are ready to take on donations of unwanted bikes. Read more
Introducing the Argyll and Bute Climate Action Network Hub

A new Argyll and Bute Climate Action Network (ABCAN) Hub is supporting Argyll and Bute community to face the challenges of climate change. Read more

Our latest blogs

A Peek into Peatland Restoration

The sun was shining bright, and the winds were whipping through Islay as we gathered for a memorable day at the Dunlossit Estate Community Open Morning. Held at Ballygrant Hall, it was a chance for members of the public to immerse themselves in the world of peatland restoration and conservation. Read more
MAKI Pups FAQs

We’ve compiled a handy list of FAQs to help families learn more about MAKI Pups Outdoor Nursery. Read more
From the vantage point

On the peatlands of Islay each year, a team of surveyors is tasked with monitoring the birdlife around restoration sites. Our student intern, Mathilda Digby, talks with ACT bird surveyor Tom Dunn about the 2023 season. Read more

Our latest vacancies

We are hiring outdoor learning practitioners this summer

ACT are hiring outdoor learning practitioners for summer holiday clubs at Kilmory Walled Garden in Lochgilphead. Read more