All Stories
Conservation of Crathes Castle’s armorial panels
Find out more about Crathes Castle’s amazing stone panels and the stories they tell about the castle’s history, as well as all the work that has gone into protecting them.
Piecing together Lady Grange’s secrets on St Kilda
The collapse of an important cleit on St Kilda may shed light on the story of Lady Grange.
Restoration of Scottish castles
Castle restoration is a popular topic, and something we are often asked about. However, is restoration the right word for the work we do?
Contesting Landscapes: creative interventions at Balmacara Estate
We are working with the artist Annalee Davis on the creative intervention ‘Contesting Landscapes of Distraction’ at Balmacara Estate, to explore the complex shared histories of the Scottish Highlands and Barbados.
Scottish storytelling traditions
2022 is Scotland’s Year of Stories! Learn more about some of Scotland’s most famous storytellers and enjoy some of the best Scottish folktales.
Conservation in action at Haddo House
In 2022 we’re hoping to work with a team of specialists to undertake a conservation project that will bring the fountain back to its former glory as the centrepiece of the terrace garden.
‘Colm’ – an island journey with St Columba
Be taken on an island journey with St Columba through Canna, Lewis and islands of the Irish Gaeltacht in this short film.
A high pollen count
Our Head of Archaeology describes how analysing the pollen preserved in soil samples can tell us a lot about the historical vegetation cover on Ben Lawers and how this land was used many centuries ago.
Hidden secrets in our buildings
Clues to the lives of former residents can be found throughout the Trust’s castles and country houses. This story takes a look at a few examples.