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Leaving a legacy to the Scottish places you treasure

What are your hopes for the future of Scotland’s magnificent landscapes, gardens, wildlife, buildings and collections?

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6 Scottish Halloween traditions

Discover the story behind Scottish Halloween traditions, which has its roots in the Gaelic festival of Samhain.

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11 Oct 2024

Celebrating Hugh Miller’s 222nd birthday

We’re inviting visitors to celebrate the birthday of the Highlands’ most famous fossil hunter with a big weekend of events, from 10 to 13 October 2024.

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