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2 Jun 2023

Raeburn’s Edinburgh exhibition opens to the public

Marking the 200th anniversary of Raeburn’s death, the exhibition offers new perspectives on one of Scotland’s greatest artists.

A bright pink passport for National Trust for Scotland places rests against a tree. In the distance is Newhailes House.
31 May 2023

Launch of member passport

The new National Trust for Scotland passport, exclusively for members, is a wonderful way to experience Scotland’s special places.

A sailing boat is anchored in the middle of the sheltered bay on a shimmering sunny day on Canna.
24 May 2023

Scottish island adventures

Sail across sparkling seas and visit these splendid Scottish islands. Incredible scenery, fresh sea air and family-friendly adventures await.

18 May 2023

‘Martin Parr: Think of Scotland’ photography exhibition

Prominent documentary photographer Martin Parr will be displaying his satirical view of Scotland in an exhibition at Pollok House in Glasgow this summer.

Two women sit on a stage. One plays the drums with her hands and the other plays a trombone.
28 Apr 2023

Caribbean Connections events

We are hosting a series of events celebrating contemporary Caribbean culture in the Southside of Glasgow this spring.

Two young people jump in the air from a stone wall. Behind them is a crowd watching performers on a stage, which is in front of Newhailes House.
27 Apr 2023

Festhailes returns to Newhailes

Get your dancing shoes on for the return of Festhailes, the family-friendly music festival taking place at Newhailes on Saturday 13 May.

A view of Castle Fraser, seen with the courtyard in front. It is surrounded by parkland with tall trees dotted about.

Scottish castle holidays

Banish sleepless knights (!) and enjoy a relaxing stay in some of the National Trust for Scotland’s historic castles.

Somebody wearing a grey woollen jumper places a diamond ring over the fourth finger of someone else's right hand. A very calm loch is in the background.

Romantic places to propose in Scotland

The National Trust for Scotland is known for its stunning historic places and breathtaking landscapes, providing many romantic proposal spots throughout Scotland.

Doug Allan and Jackie Bird stand next to each other in a recording studio, smiling at the camera.

Love Scotland podcast – Season 5

Listen to the fifth season of the Trust’s podcast, which explores some of the stories behind our people and places.

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