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A man crouches on a footpath that runs through a glen alongside a burn, with tall mountains all around. He wears a waterproof jacket and walking boots.
25 Oct 2022

20-year project milestone for path manager Bob

Bob Brown has worked for two decades on a major path project in Torridon, and it’s now nearing completion.

A group of people walk along a path through a wildflower area of a garden. The man in front points out something ahead of them. In the foreground is a fountain pool.
25 Oct 2022

Introducing our Annual Review 2021–22

We have published our Annual Review 2021–22. Find out the story behind it.

Many white plastic plant labels lie in a tray. Some have plant names and soil already on them.
14 Oct 2022

Right plant, right place?

Here is our second update and behind-the-scenes look from the PLANTS Project Manager, Dr Colin McDowall.

A red squirrel sits on a leafy woodland floor, surrounded by orange and brown fallen autumn leaves. A chunky twig lies in the foreground. The squirrel appears to be resting its front paw on its hind leg. Its long tail is stretched out behind it.
12 Oct 2022

Why we love Threave

Team members from Threave Garden & Estate share some of the reasons why they love working at this special place in South-West Scotland.

A close-up image detailing the medieval painting of a knight's torso, wearing armour and holding a sword across his body.
5 Oct 2022

Crathes painted ceilings project: delicate work progressing

With the conservation of the Room of the Nine Nobles and the Stair Chamber now complete, we take a look at their history, the conservators’ process and some early findings.

A close-up of a statue of a water nymph standing in the centre of a fountain with water falling around her.
28 Sept 2022

Why we love Greenbank Garden

Hear from our Greenbank team, as well as many visitors, about what makes this green oasis in the Southside of Glasgow so special.

A small sandpiper bird perches on a rock by the edge of the sea. It has a very round body, with brown upper feathers and a white tummy. It has a very short tail and yellow legs.
27 Sept 2022

From the edge of the world 2022 – part 7

Our seabird and marine ranger shares a summary of the migrant and vagrant bird highlights recorded so far this season on St Kilda.

Jackie Bird sits on a bench in a garden, with trees behind her. She is smiling.
26 Sept 2022

Our new President: Jackie Bird

Journalist and broadcaster Jackie Bird has been confirmed as the new President of the National Trust for Scotland.

A view of the Golden Garden area at Crathes Castle, featuring a square of lawn surrounded by well-established conifers and shrubs. The castle can be seen in the background, with a white flag flying.
26 Sept 2022

Crathes Garden blog #17: A passion for plants

Our expert garden guide considers the challenges of identifying plants in a richly diverse garden.

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