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12 Jul 2018

Marvellous marquetry

The Dunfermline dressing room in Fyvie Castle boasts a fabulous collection of marquetry furniture.

Archaeological artefacts from an excavation are displayed on a wooden table inside a room.
10 Jul 2018

Digging deep to ‘Reveal’ the Trust's archaeological treasures

Our Lead Inventory Officer (Archaeology) tells us about her role and how it’s supporting the management of the Trust’s archaeology collections.

9 Jul 2018

The Falkland Bed

A favourite with staff, volunteers and visitors alike, the elaborately carved Falkland Bed is a must-see when visiting Falkland Palace.

6 Jul 2018

Capturing the summer solstice

On the longest day of the year, we went out to photograph our members, volunteers and visitors enjoying the summer solstice.

An artist’s impression of the Hill House Box​
4 Jul 2018

Donations reach £1 million for Hill House appeal

£500,000 is still needed to hit the Hill House appeal target.

28 Jun 2018

Photography students visit Culzean Castle

A group of photography students find out more about Project Reveal and enjoy a workshop on collections photography.

The striking exterior of Holmwood
13 Jun 2018

Is an architect an artist?

Last month our team had the pleasure of exploring Holmwood, a fantastic villa designed by the Glaswegian architect Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson.

7 Jun 2018

Good vibrations

Project Reveal Team North East comes across an old medical device that used massage and vibration to heal all manner of illnesses.

7 Jun 2018

Insights from the outside

We’re inspiring the next generation by linking students of the University of Edinburgh with alumni who now work with us.