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A gravel path runs through a garden, bordered by colourful flower beds either side. Large and very tall yew trees stand either side of the end of the path.
18 Feb 2021

Facing Our Past at Malleny Garden

As part of our Facing Our Past project, we take a look at the Scotts of Malleny and their connections to the West Indies.

A person in a woollen hat is drilling into a rhododendron bush on a hillside overlooking a bay.
18 Feb 2021

Project Wipeout: controlling invasive plants

Over the last 6 months, the Trust has been making good progress on our plan to wipe out invasive plants at some of our places.

A young girl, wearing a Santa hat, sits at a white table, writing. Craigievar Castle and a shaped yew tree can be seen through the window in the background.
17 Feb 2021

The daft days

To celebrate the 12 days of Christmas, also known as the ‘daft days’, we arranged some virtual workshops to encourage the next generation of bards.

A wedding ceremony taking place in the garden at Crathes Castle. The bride and groom exchange vows under a green arch, watched by rows of guests seated on chairs.

Top 6 garden party weddings

Secret gardens hidden behind stone walls, sweeping staircases, colourful flower beds and magnificent trees – our gardens offer the perfect backdrop for outdoor weddings.

16 Feb 2021

Behind the scenes at Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield’s new Estate Manager, Catriona McIntosh, explains how she plans to continue the care of this important, iconic and culturally significant place.

A drinks can left in a stream in a mountainous landscape.
16 Feb 2021

Scotland’s most famous glen to receive funding to improve visitor experience

If you love Glencoe and Glen Etive, you’ll be pleased to hear that a project which aims to empower tourists to explore the Glens responsibly is set to receive vital funding to help balance the needs of visitors, local people and the landscape.

Little green daffodil shoots poke through a thick blanket of snow.
16 Feb 2021

First signs of spring at Brodie Castle

The famous Brodie daffodils are beginning to poke their green shoots through the snow, showing that spring is well and truly on its way.

Bird’s-eye view looking down on a lawn with large topiary yew hedges to the right.
15 Feb 2021

Restoration of the topiary yew hedges at Crathes Castle

A new phase of restoration is starting soon on these ancient, iconic hedges.

A man holds up a plant, wrapped in a mossy ball at the base, and suspended by a string handle. He stands behind a large table with plant arrangement items laid out in front of him.
15 Feb 2021

Make a kokedama

Chris from our Gardens team shows you how to make a beautiful plant decoration to brighten up your home.