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A group of men and women gather round a lady kneeling in a field. She holds a large cheque, made out for £800,000. Tall mountains rise in the background.
6 Jun 2023

Many hands make light work

Members of staff from the National Trust for Scotland and People’s Postcode Lottery recently took part in a volunteering day at Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve.

A flower border in full bloom with lots of tall flowering plants. Many have pink or purple flowers.
5 Jun 2023

It’s time to end the sale of peat

We’re calling for the government to end the use of peat in horticultural growing media.

2 Jun 2023

Raeburn’s Edinburgh exhibition opens to the public

Marking the 200th anniversary of Raeburn’s death, the exhibition offers new perspectives on one of Scotland’s greatest artists.

Two men walk along a path with Culloden Visitor Centre in the background. Both are dressed in Jacobite costumes.

Celebrating our valued volunteers

We’re showcasing the remarkable contributions of our dedicated volunteers through their inspiring stories of the vital work they do, from gardening to governance.

A bright pink passport for National Trust for Scotland places rests against a tree. In the distance is Newhailes House.
31 May 2023

Launch of member passport

The new National Trust for Scotland passport, exclusively for members, is a wonderful way to experience Scotland’s special places.

31 May 2023

Strengthening the team at the Trust

A desire to protect Scotland’s landscapes and wildlife and a natural affinity to the places in our care has conservation specialists coming back year on year.

29 May 2023

Threave Landscape Restoration Project inspires change

Our project to transform a disused dairy farm in Dumfries & Galloway is inspiring change across the country.

A stone lantern is surrounded by tall grasses and plants with cream flowers.
26 May 2023

The PLANTS project: an artist’s garden at Broughton House

Our PLANTS project inventory officer shares some of her findings after spending time in the inspirational garden at Broughton House.

A sailing boat is anchored in the middle of the sheltered bay on a shimmering sunny day on Canna.
24 May 2023

Scottish island adventures

Sail across sparkling seas and visit these splendid Scottish islands. Incredible scenery, fresh sea air and family-friendly adventures await.