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    Trust technology takes visitors on Crathes tour
    Conservation charity, the National Trust for Scotland, embraced the digital age today as it launched a podcast to take visitors on a scenic walk around the iconic Crathes Castle, Aberdeenshire.
    The third in a series of six walking podcasts available for free at www.nts.org.uk/multimedia, the download features Crathes head gardener Callum Pirnie and ranger Fiona Milne.



    The podcasts are designed to encourage visitors to enjoy walking at Trust properties and include a wander around the tranquil Priorwood and Harmony gardens in Melrose, a woodland walk at the Hermitage, Dunkeld, a wildlife walk around the dramatic Glencoe and a stroll around the medieval streets of Culross, Fife.



    Marketing Manager Clare Willis said:



    “Crathes is a great place for walks and there is so much to see. Joining a guided tour or a ranger-led walk is a great way to learn more, but it’s just not convenient for every visitor. Free podcasts give us a great opportunity to highlight the very best of the Trust’s properties. Whether it’s a secluded spot in a beautiful garden, an impressive mountain vista or a fascinating fact about village life, there is something extra in there for our visitors. We hope the downloads will be used by visitors of all ages who want to get even more out of their time at a Trust property.”

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    Castle: 21 Mar to 30 Sep, daily 10.30–5.30, 1 to 31 Oct, daily 10.30–4.30; 1 Nov to 31 Mar, Wed–Sun (closed Mon and Tue) 10.30–3.45. Last admission 45 mins before closing.
    Plant sales: same dates, but weekends only in Oct and closed Nov to Mar inclusive.
    Gardens: all year, daily 9–sunset.
    Grounds: all year, daily.
    Shop and catering: 21 Mar to 31 Oct, daily 10–5.30; 1 Nov to 31 Mar, daily 10–4.30.
    Castle, restaurant and shop closed for Christmas and New Year holidays.
    News
    • - Countdown to Annual General Meeting

      The National Trust for Scotland's Annual General Meeting takes place at Aberdeen Exhibition Centre on Saturday 27 September 2008. more>

    • - Trust technology takes visitors on Crathes tour

      Conservation charity, the National Trust for Scotland, embraced the digital age today as it launched a podcast to take visitors on a scenic walk around the iconic Crathes Castle, Aberdeenshire.  more>

    • - Your chance to take on Trusted role in the North East

      Are you a local history enthusiast, green-fingered gardener or keen conservationist? Then the National Trust for Scotland needs your skills to help make a difference, whether it’s welcoming visitors to some of Scotland’s most beautiful historic buildings or helping out in their glorious gardens. more>

    • - Fabulous falconry at Crathes Castle

      Marvel at some of the most powerful and graceful birds of prey flying in the beautiful grounds of Crathes Castle on Sunday 22 June 2008.  more>

    • - Celebrate Scotland’s beautiful gardens this May

      The National Trust for Scotland is gearing up to celebrate the beauty of some of its most popular, unusual and remote gardens on its Garden’s Day - Sunday 11 May.  more>

    • - Try something new this year with the National Trust for Scotland

      Land rover safaris, sea kayaking and podcast tours are just a few of the treats on offer at National Trust for Scotland properties this summer and beyond. more>

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