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A close-up of a folded red and green tartan woollen shawl

15 Sep 2023

It’s a Wrap at Weaver’s Cottage

Work is underway to research, care for and display a collection of historic shawls at Weaver’s Cottage.

An open glass jar of peach jam sits on a wooden table, with a sprig of rosemary tucked in the hinged lid. Behind the jar is a plate of fruit scones.

Peach jam recipe from Culzean

Have a go at making some peach jam this summer, using our delicious recipe from Culzean.

29 Jun 2023

Celebrating 200 years of the Burns Monument

We’re hosting celebration events for the 200th anniversary, including talks outlining future plans for developing the Monument’s garden.

A family walk across the manicured lawns in front of Crathes Castle. Two young girls run in front of an older couple. Big yew hedges can be seen in the background.

23 Jun 2023

Guide to events in the North East: Summer 2023

There are over 90 events on offer across our 11 places in the North East this summer season.

A lush flower border runs beside an old stone garden wall. A very narrow path weaves parallel to the wall. The beds are filled with a range of flowering shrubs and plants.

13 Jun 2023

A three-step plan for starting a compost heap

The garden team at Leith Hall share their tips on composting and sustainable gardening.

A family of four walk in a line, holding hands, along a sandy beach. The little boy swings between his mum and dad. All are smiling, and the sky is bright blue.

8 Jun 2023

Father’s Day green gift guide

For a gift that gives more this Father’s Day, why not dedicate a tree, create new memories together in our beautiful places ... or buy some new sustainable socks!

Young people holding a giant £1 coin at Edinburgh Castle

7 Jun 2023

Young explorers can access historic places for just £1

The National Trust for Scotland – along with Historic Environment Scotland and Historic Houses – has announced £1 entry to over 600 historic places across Scotland for Young Scot National Entitlement Card holders.

A close-up of a puffin with a row of sand eels dangling from its brightly coloured beak.

6 Jun 2023

Seabirds, camera, action!

We would love you to submit photos of seabirds carrying fish at any National Trust for Scotland place. This will help us monitor what food seabirds are finding to feed their chicks.

A wooden harpsichord stands in a grand drawing room, with gilt-framed paintings on the wall behind. A stool sits before the harpsichord and sheet music rests on top.

6 Jun 2023

Pride Month at the National Trust for Scotland

In June, we are hosting a number of exciting activities that highlight the role and histories of LGBT+ people at some of our Edinburgh places.