Our Story

Leanchoil Hospital served the community of Forres for over 125 years, through major developments in society and bringing benefits for the health and wellbeing of the community. The main hospital building and Lodge are Category B listed by Historic Environment Scotland, recognising their architectural and historic importance. Leanchoil is an integral part of Forres’ life and has had major impacts on those touched by it. Our desire for Leanchoil is to once again be central to people’s lives.

Leanchoil Trust has been dedicated to saving Leanchoil for the community since its closure in 2018. We are rightly focused on the history and heritage of the listed Leanchoil Hospital but as plans grow to secure its sustainable future we must remain relevant, so our developing focus is forward thinking, innovative and positive whilst respecting the heritage.

Thanks to our funders we have already been awarded funding of over £800k to develop plans and purchase the hospital site. As we move forward, we will rely on the collective efforts and involvement of our community, employees, volunteers, participants, sponsors, partners, and funders to ensure Leanchoil is restored and its doors open again.