The Highland Council has completed the first two phases of new modular “park style” homes at the Gypsy Traveller site at Longman Park in Inverness.

More than £7 million has been invested into upgrading and future proofing accommodation and site facilities through support from the Scottish Government’s Gypsy Traveller Accommodation Fund.

The development was shaped through engagement with the local Gypsy Traveller community to better understand residents’ needs, preferences and long term aspirations.

The upgraded site also meets updated fire safety standards and aligns with the Scottish Government’s Interim Site Design Guide.

Further work is still planned at the site with a new play area and community meeting space expected to be completed during summer 2026.

Chair of the Housing and Property Committee, Councillor Glynis Campbell Sinclair, said:

“The Highland Council wishes all residents at Longman Park every happiness in their new modular ‘park style’ homes.

“We are grateful to the Scottish Government for its support through the Gypsy Traveller Accommodation Fund and the Vacant and Derelict Land Investment Programme.

“This investment has enabled us to significantly enhance accommodation and facilities at Longman Park, bringing them up to the standard we aim to provide for all Council tenants.

“It reflects our commitment to improving quality of life for residents and delivering on our ‘Fairer Highland’ commitments.

“Feedback from residents in both phases has been extremely positive, and we thank the Gypsy Traveller community for their valued partnership in delivering this project.”

The investment forms part of wider efforts across Scotland to improve accommodation standards for Gypsy Traveller communities while creating safer and more modern living environments.

For many residents at Longman Park, the development marks a major transformation in facilities and living conditions while helping secure the long term future of the site for future generations.