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North Yell boasts some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in Shetland and is rich in natural resources. It’s also home to a dynamic, ambitious community with bold plans.

Ready to welcome visitors to enjoy the dramatic scenery, abundant wildlife, and excellent fishing, the pioneering community is also proud of its enterprising spirit, engendered by the North Yell Development Council.

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ABOUT NORTH YELL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

North Yell Development Council (NYDC) exists to encourage the community’s efforts to thrive as a self-sustaining, ambitious and carbon neutral community.

The council’s core objectives are to support Enterprise, Initiative, and Self-help and it has a long, proud history of helping foster a spirit of entrepreneurialism and resilience – inspired by the spectacular surroundings and bountiful natural resources.

Recent Projects

Energy Grant Scheme

In June 2023 North Yell Development Council launched Shetland’s first Energy Grant Scheme. 

Cullivoe Industrial Estate

The Cullivoe Industrial Estate is a two phase development located at the Cullivoe Pier and is home to 14 Business Sites. If you are interested in renting a site in Cullivoe email office@northyell.co.uk

North Yell Marina

The new North Yell Marina, opened in May 2022, has 23 berths as well as 5 visitor berths. The Marina has a brand new amenity building with toilet and shower facilities, washing machines and an eBike rental service.

Latest News

Household Resilience Plan
September 30th, 2024

The CNI project have been working with the Yell Community Halls on Shetland's first ever Resilience Hub network. For more details about the hubs contact one of the halls or follow the Yell Emergency Resilience Hubs on Facebook. You can also download your free Household Resilience Plan here.

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CNI Autumn Newsletter
September 4th, 2024

The Carbon Neutal Islands Project have released their Autumn Newsletter and you can read it here!

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NYDC Autumn Newsletter
September 4th, 2024

NYDC have released their Autumn Newsletter and you can read it here!

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