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Marine and Coastal Conservation of Loch Linnhe (MaCCOLL)

Also known as: MaCCOLL

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC053088
Status
Active
Reporting
Up to date Last filed Sept. 28, 2026. Filing history
Registered
Jan. 30, 2024
Legal form
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Address

Address
Cuil House
Cuil Bay
Duror
Appin
Argyll
PA38 4DA

Contact

Website
maccoll.org.uk
Screenshot of the Marine and Coastal Conservation of Loch Linnhe (MaCCOLL) website

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended','the advancement of environmental protection or improvement'

MacColl (Marine and Coastal Conservation Of Loch Linnhe) is a community-led charity dedicated to conserving and enhancing Loch Linnhe's marine, coastal and connected fresh water environment. Our vision is a healthy, bio diverse environment that supports sustainable social and economic activity and is valued and cared for by local communities. Our work combines scientific monitoring with local knowledge, community participation, education and engagement. A central focus is building a comprehensive bio diversity baseline for Loch Linnhe to inform long-term conservation and restoration, protect native species and habitats, and strengthen eco system resilience. By developing local skills, partnerships and a robust evidence base, we enable communities to play an active role in environmental steward ship and help ensure future action is well -informed, targeted and locally supported.

Beneficiaries: 'No specific group, or for the benefit of the community'

Objectives: Purposes The organisations purposes are: to advance education and research in the marine and coastal environment of Loch Linnhe through a programme of conservation events and activities for the benefit of the communities of Duror and Kentallen as defined by the Duror and Kentallen Community Council Boundary which can be found here and the wider general public. to provide or organise recreational activities to promote the value of the marine and coastal environment of Loch Linnhe for the benefit of the communities of Duror and Kentallen and the wider general public. to advance the environmental protection and conservation of Loch Linnhe including promoting the sustainable management of its natural resources through educational and recreational activities for the benefit of the general public. The advancement of community development and resilience through the design and delivery of a range of activities, designed to help Duror and Kentallen be a vibrant, sustainable and inclusive community for all who live and work there. Any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to the preceding purposes. Dedicated to preserving and protecting the marine and coastal environment of Loch Linnhe. Our organisation's name reflects our deep connection to the local history and culture. With a vision of community-led conservation, we aim to work closely alongside all stakeholders to develop a sustainable coastal and marine management plan for the area.

Geography

Main operating location
Argyll And Bute
Geographical spread
A specific local point, community or neighbourhood

Finances

Period end Filed Income Expenditure
Jan. 31, 2026 Sept. 28, 2026On time £25,058 £11,849
Jan. 31, 2025 June 2, 2025On time £11,338 £9,434

Due dates are 9 months after the year end, OSCR's deadline, so they don't allow for any extension OSCR has granted.