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A close-up view of the exterior of Drum Castle, looking at the Old Tower and courtyard in the foreground.
18 Dec 2017

Travels with a Kilt – ‘My favourite Trust places’

Travel blogger Neil Robertson tells us about his top 5 Trust places.

9 Nov 2017

The ghosts of Culzean Castle

An introduction to some spirits.

A close-up of a pot of nuts, burning in a fire pit. Flames fill the pit, with white embers below.

6 Scottish Halloween traditions

Discover the story behind Scottish Halloween traditions, which has its roots in the Gaelic festival of Samhain.

A close-up of Culzean Castle seen from the lawn in front.
4 Oct 2017

Exploring Culzean Castle: The Life of Scipio Kennedy (Part 8)

The last instalment in our blog series about Scipio Kennedy considers the end of Scipio’s life and how to reflect upon it.

A close-up of Culzean Castle seen from the lawn in front.
4 Oct 2017

Exploring Culzean Castle: The Life of Scipio Kennedy (Part 7)

In this instalment of our blog series about Scipio Kennedy, we take a look at Scipio’s later life, which featured weaving, smuggling and a house of his own.

Memories of Zeppelin Sunday
3 Oct 2017

Memories of Zeppelin Sunday

The Project Reveal South West Team get a closer look at an aircraft propeller that left a mark on modern history.

Beatrice Sharp of Hill of Tarvit
29 Sept 2017

Beatrice Sharp of Hill of Tarvit

Recent research has shown that Beatrice Sharp was a driving force behind the design of Hill of Tarvit Mansion.

A close-up of Culzean Castle seen from the lawn in front.
27 Sept 2017

Exploring Culzean Castle: The Life of Scipio Kennedy (Part 6)

Our blog series continues with the story of Scipio Kennedy and his journey into fatherhood.

A close-up of Culzean Castle seen from the lawn in front.
27 Sept 2017

Exploring Culzean Castle: The Life of Scipio Kennedy (Part 5)

This instalment of our blog series about Scipio Kennedy considers how marriage may have changed his life.

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