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A single storey white painted cottage stands at the top of a stone pier, surrounded by a drystane wall. Bags of building materials are neatly stacked in front of the wall. Ministry of Defence buildings can be seen in the background, against the hillside.
8 Aug 2024

From the edge of the world 2024 – part 2

Our St Kilda ranger shares an update on the highs and lows of the 2024 season so far.

A man and a woman sit on a grassy cliff facing the camera. Both have large rucksacks next to them. The woman on the left leans back on her hands; the man on the right has two thumbs up! Both are relaxed and smiling.
8 Aug 2024

Concern over slow start to seabird breeding season

Seabird experts at the Trust have raised concerns after observing a slow start to the seabird breeding season as well as a reduction in nesting activity for key species such as fulmars, guillemots and shags.

A view of the grand Georgian exterior of Haddo House seen from across the large lawn.
8 Aug 2024

Why we love Haddo House

Experience some of the famous Haddo magic and hospitality as we find out what makes this house so special.

A bride and groom stand in a rose garden, which is in full bloom. Crathes Castle is in the background. The bride wears a long white dress with a tartan shawl; the groom is in a matching kilt. The bride holds a bouquet of red roses and ivy.
8 Aug 2024

Eric & Carol’s Crathes Rose Garden Elopement

Find out about a blooming gorgeous elopement at Crathes Castle, with a special clan connection to the Burnetts.

A group of five people in old-fashioned Tudor dress stand outside a yellow building with a terracotta tiled roof. They hold a large cut out of a silver key.
5 Aug 2024

Committed Culross colleague’s farewell season

Michael Pitt, who is now in his tenth decade, is standing down from his role at Culross after 26 years.

A smiling woman in a navy blue waterproof jacket stands on a grassy hillside, with greenery surrounding her and a tall waterfall behind her. She is holding a pair of binoculars around her neck.
1 Aug 2024

Welcome to our new rangers

We’ve appointed two new seasonal rangers to support our nature conservation work.

A photograph of a garden with a T junction gravel path and trees and shrubs on either side.
26 Jul 2024

The PLANTS project: Leith Hall’s Rock Garden

After spending time in the inspirational rock garden at Leith Hall, Valeria Soddu, Inventory Officer for the North PLANTS Team, shares some of the plants she discovered and their history.

A view of Castle Fraser from the immaculate walled garden, which is in full bloom.
18 Jul 2024

Why we love Castle Fraser, Garden & Estate

Members of our wonderful team at Castle Fraser share why this special place means so much to them, and why you should definitely visit!

A bride sits in a ornately decorated room. She looks off to one side with two huge windows behind her.
3 Jul 2024

Hannah and Michael’s fairytale wedding at Fyvie Castle

Hannah and Michael’s regal fairytale wedding at Fyvie Castle featured stunning castle backdrops, excellent catering and created cherished shared moments.