Family Life and Creative Living in the North Highlands

In this video blog, Charlotte Mountford shares her journey of moving to Caithness more than eight years ago to lead Lyth Arts Centre, Scotland’s most northerly mainland arts venue. From wild swimming to a vibrant creative community, Charlotte highlights the unique lifestyle, strong support networks, and inspiring landscapes that make the North Highlands a remarkable place for creative living and work.

She explains how the stunning landscape of the North Highlands provide immense inspiration to the region’s artists, shaping the arts centre’s ambitious programme, which extends beyond its venue to streets, beaches, forests, lighthouses, bothies, and more.

Eight years on, Charlotte hasn’t looked back. Balancing a busy creative career with raising a young family, she has found a network of great friends and a supportive close-knit community, offering plenty for children and young families throughout the year.

Her advice: “The sense of community in Caithness is like nothing I’ve ever experienced before. If you’re thinking about moving to the North Highlands… I’d say go for it.”

Make Your Move to the North Highlands with Live North

Inspired by Charlotte’s story and her experience balancing a creative career with raising a young family? If you’re considering a move to the North Highlands, Live North can support you every step of the way; from careers advice and relocation support to tips for settling into a welcoming, family-friendly community.

Get in touch with the Live North team to see how we can support you to make the move to the North Highlands.