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Endangered mountain trees make a comeback in Scotland
Endangered mountain trees and shrubs are making a comeback in Scotland, a study by the University of Stirling has shown.
O Christmas Trees!
James Hannaford, Head Gardener at Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate, gives us the lowdown on his five festive favourite Christmas trees.
Report shows Bannockburn proposals to be ’unacceptable’
A professional report commissioned by the Trust reveals that a planning submission was submitted to Stirling Council for a horse-trotting track on the site of the historic Bannockburn Battlefield, and the council’s assessment of it is ‘fundamentally flawed’.
Archaeological dig at Culloden Battlefield
Combining traditional tools and new techniques, archaeologists and volunteers have begun a remarkable dig at Culloden Battlefield.
Recipe: Elizabeth’s lemon drizzle cake from Drum Castle
Simple to make and delicious to eat, try out this recipe at home from Elizabeth Hirst at Drum Castle.
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.
Major project commences to upgrade Staffa’s landing jetty
A major repairs project has commenced on Staffa to upgrade the landing jetty and improve accessibility to a much-loved island.
Plant Journeys blog #13 – Kimono and kimono pattern books
Plant Journeys is a blog series, exploring East Asian plants in the garden of Broughton House.
Ready to land
As winter migrants head to Scotland’s wetlands in search of food and better weather, we reveal the best Trust places to see them.