Shetland Recreational Trust invites proposals for the future of Scalloway Pool
SRT are inviting proposals from individuals, interested parties and community groups for future uses of the Scalloway Pool building and opinions of how the building can be retained or repurposed as a valuable part of the Scalloway community.
Unfortunately, continuing as a public swimming pool within SRT’s network is not an option but there may be new uses or owners that can be found.
Since the Pool facility closed, SRT Trustees have deliberately maintained the mothballed building to preserve its condition while allowing time for proposals or alternative operating models to come forward.
The costs associated with mothballing were budgeted within financial year 2026/27 as part of the long-term strategic objectives to find a sustainable future for the whole of Shetland Recreational Trust and safeguard the future of leisure provision throughout Shetland. In order that a future use can be identified and initiated during this financial year it is necessary to begin considering new uses now so that a decision can be made and any transfer enacted in early 2027.
Any decision regarding the future of the asset must comply with Scottish charity law and the Trust's governing obligations. Trustees have a legal duty to ensure that any future use or disposal of the asset represents the best outcome for the charity and its beneficiaries. This does not mean the highest financial value must be achieved; rather it means the best outcome should be sought. Trustees would prefer to avoid the last-resort of placing the property on the open market.
Trustees now encourage interested parties to submit a business case or proposal setting out how the building could be retained or repurposed for the benefit of the Scalloway community or a local business. All submissions will be considered by the SRT Board at scheduled meetings.
Ideas can be submitted until 11th December 2026. Engagement with credible options will continue until a final decision is possible. If there are multiple credible options then Trustees would have the option to convene a special meeting to seek further input before concluding.
A package of information about the building for interested parties has been collated and is available below.
Anyone with interest can forward documents or proposals to be considered to the contacts below and it will be shared with Trustees:
Post: FAO Robert Geddes, CEO, Shetland Recreational Trust, Lochside, Lerwick, ZE1 0PJ
Digital: Application for the use of Scalloway Pool Building – Fill out form
Anyone with any questions is directed to use the digital link above.
