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Books on shelves in Brodie Castle library
31 Jan 2022

Scottish storytelling traditions

2022 is Scotland’s Year of Stories! Learn more about some of Scotland’s most famous storytellers and enjoy some of the best Scottish folktales.

A bride and groom stand kissing on a lawn in front of a grand stately home. A fountain is just behind them. The wind is catching the bride's long veil, blowing it away from her.
26 Jan 2022

A unique wedding at Haddo House

Find out more about Leanne and Dave’s very special wedding day, where even their four-legged guest received the red carpet treatment.

A view of a large Georgian country house with immaculate lawns in front. At the centre of the lawns and flowerbeds is a circular fountain, gently trickling.
26 Jan 2022

Conservation in action at Haddo House

In 2022 we’re hoping to work with a team of specialists to undertake a conservation project that will bring the fountain back to its former glory as the centrepiece of the terrace garden.

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.

A view looking along a deep, woodland gorge towards a waterfall. A suspension bridge spans the gorge above the waterfall.
24 Jan 2022

Work begins on Corrieshalloch Gorge Gateway

Find out the latest progress on our plans for visitor facilities at Corrieshalloch Gorge.

A view of the Hill House, surrounded by a very large metal, chainmail structure. The view is from the garden and it is a sunny day.
21 Jan 2022

The Hill House: a century of change

How has this gem of Scottish architecture changed through the decades?

A view looking up and across a large manicured lawn to Culzean Castle. It is a bright sunny day.
13 Jan 2022

Hidden secrets in our buildings

Clues to the lives of former residents can be found throughout the Trust’s castles and country houses. This story takes a look at a few examples.

A view of the Round Drawing Room at Culzean Castle, showing the circular room. Floor-to-ceiling red curtains hang at the three large windows. Further round large, gilt-framed portraits hang on the wall above the fireplace. A large circular red patterned rug fills the floor.
12 Jan 2022

Behind the scenes this winter

The Trust’s team of expert staff and volunteers work all year round, carrying out important tasks to conserve our natural and cultural heritage. Here, we share updates from just a few of them.

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.