Sutherland was one of the largest counties in Scotland in terms of area, extending from the east coast to the Atlantic coast in the west. The county also included the burgh of Dornoch. Sutherland County Council was established by the Local Government (Scotland) Act, 1889, taking over powers from the Commissioners of Supply, County Road Trust, and other local authorities. The County Council was abolished in 1975 by the Local Government (Scotland) Act, 1973, and the former county became part of Highland Region. The current local authority is the Highland Council.

Archive services
Further information about these archives can be found in the SCAN Directory.
The Highland Council Archive
North Highland Archive
Northern Health Services Archive

Local Studies Libraries
Highland Council Libraries

Family History Societies
Highland Family History Society

Historical records

County Council records
County Constabulary records
Medical Officer of Health reports
Vehicle Licensing Records
Valuation Rolls

Sheriffdoms
JP court records
Register of sasines
Other records