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A line of people stand on Culloden Battlefield, by a tall red flag, posing for the camera. Digging work is taking place in the background.
23 Oct 2024

Archaeological dig at Culloden Battlefield

Combining traditional tools and cutting-edge technology, archaeologists and volunteers have begun a remarkable dig at Culloden Battlefield.

A small cross-stitched puffin design on some cream aida. A needle threaded with orange thread lies beside it.
22 Oct 2024

Try at home: puffin cross stitch

This cross stitch pattern has been inspired by a sampler from the collection at Leith Hall, which you can see as part of the Stitched exhibition in Edinburgh.

An image of two huge metal horse head sculptures called 'the kelpies'
18 Oct 2024

Love Scotland podcast – Season 10

Welcome to the tenth season of the Trust’s podcast, which explores some thrilling stories about Scotland’s people and places.

A lemon drizzle cake with two slices cut from it is on a chopping board. Half a lemon is on a tea towel next to the board, with two tulips lying behind.
17 Oct 2024

Recipe: Elizabeth’s lemon drizzle cake from Drum Castle

Try out this recipe at home from Elizabeth Hirst, Visitor Services Assistant, Drum Castle, Aberdeenshire.

A view of the exterior of Brodie Castle at night, lit by giant projected images on the walls.
16 Oct 2024

Brodie Illuminated 2024: A celebration of playfulness

Brodie Castle is set to welcome visitors to its annual Brodie Illuminated event from 1–24 November, with visitors invited to explore this year’s theme of playfulness through creative light installations designed to highlight fun and imagination.

A small stone summerhouse with a mossy roof stands in the corner of a walled garden. A white climbing rose almost covers the front wall. Lush vegetable beds lie in front of it.
14 Oct 2024

The PLANTS project: Top 5 edible plants at Kellie Castle

Plants aren’t just for looking at! Here the PLANTS Project East team picks some of their favourite tasty choices found at Kellie Castle Garden.

Three employees of the Trust stand in the shop at Newhailes holding a large NTS logo and a large Scotland Loves Local gift card.
14 Oct 2024

‘Love Local’ with new gift card partnership

We have partnered with the Scotland Loves Local gift card to encourage exploring and spending at local places.

A bust of a Victorian man with a beard stands in a blue display cabinet. A blue birthday badge is attached to the stone chest.
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.

A wicker basket stands on an outdoor picnic table, filled with apples and apple muffins in paper cases.

Recipe: Joyce’s apple muffins from Haddo House

Joyce at Haddo House shares her apple muffin recipe in time for apple season. Try them at home this autumn.