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A photo of a tall, bare-branched oak tree standing beside a slightly taller, dark green conifer tree. A lawn lies in the foreground. Both tree are silhouetted against a blue sky.
25 Jan 2022

Crathes Garden blog #9: American giants and English oaks

In the latest instalment of her blog series, our expert garden guide takes a look at some of Crathes’ oldest and largest trees.

An aerial view of a large estate with an extensive area of flattened woodland in the foreground. Many trees are lying on the ground and resting on others. In the background a walled garden can just be made out.
12 Jan 2022

Storm Arwen – an opportunity arises

After the severe storm in November, the clean-up process is underway. Although some areas have lost many thousands of trees, it is not an entirely bleak outlook for the future.

A large conifer tree has fallen in a woodland, lying across the ground. A person in a high-vis jacket stands near the tree and looks tiny in comparison.
23 Dec 2021

A guide to walks during the festive period at our North-East places

Our North-East ranger shares an overview of which trails at Trust places have re-opened following the recent storms, and which ones we ask you to avoid.

16 Dec 2021

What mushrooms do in the winter

Join Trust ranger Roddy for a look into what mushrooms do at our places in winter – and discover this strangely festive-looking fungus!

A close-up view of a wreath hanging on a white door with glass panes. The wreath is made mostly from evergreen foliage, as well as some cones and berries.
16 Dec 2021

Crathes Garden blog #8: homage to trees

Join our expert garden guide for a look at the devastating impact of Storm Arwen on the garden and estate at Crathes Castle.

A mostly brown butterfly, with white spots around the edge of its wings, rests with its wings wide open on some bright green leaves.
15 Dec 2021

Recording ‘new’ species at Mar Lodge Estate NNR

A slave-making ant, a microscopic fungus and species affected by climate change are among the most recent additions to the Mar Lodge Estate species list.

A white fluffy seal pup lies near its grey mother on a stony beach.
13 Dec 2021

Seal pups at St Abb’s Head

Our ranger tells us a little more about our important work with the seal colony at St Abb’s Head NNR.

Winter wildlife

The coldest season of the year brings change not only to the landscape but also to the wildlife that inhabits it, with many species readily seen at Trust properties.

A robin perches on a snow-capped wooden fence post, with the snow-covered mountains of Glencoe in the background.

Winter highlights

Bracing but full of wonder, winter’s seasonal splendour can be enjoyed at a host of Trust places. Just remember to wrap up warm!