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A large conifer tree has fallen in a woodland, lying across the ground. A person in a high-vis jacket stands near the tree and looks tiny in comparison.
23 Dec 2021

A guide to walks during the festive period at our North-East places

Our North-East ranger shares an overview of which trails at Trust places have re-opened following the recent storms, and which ones we ask you to avoid.

16 Dec 2021

New willow sculptures at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

Have a look at the impressive new willow sculptures which were recently installed near Burns Cottage in Alloway.

A close-up view of a wreath hanging on a white door with glass panes. The wreath is made mostly from evergreen foliage, as well as some cones and berries.
16 Dec 2021

Crathes Garden blog #8: homage to trees

Join our expert garden guide for a look at the devastating impact of Storm Arwen on the garden and estate at Crathes Castle.

A mostly brown butterfly, with white spots around the edge of its wings, rests with its wings wide open on some bright green leaves.
15 Dec 2021

Recording ‘new’ species at Mar Lodge Estate NNR

A slave-making ant, a microscopic fungus and species affected by climate change are among the most recent additions to the Mar Lodge Estate species list.

14 Dec 2021

Artists announced for Burns Big Night In 2022

We’re delighted to confirm the performers who’ll be making our online Burns celebration even bigger and better for 2022.

A smiling woman wearing a navy fleece jacket stands beside a water wheel at the side of an old mill building.
14 Dec 2021

A day in the life of a ... Regional Conservator

Lesley Scott talks about her wide-ranging daily duties as Conservation Advisor for Edinburgh and East.

A lady with long blonde hair sits in Burns Cottage beside a wooden table with books and whisky on it. She wears a red tartan dress.
30 Nov 2021

Burns countdown begins

Take part in Burns Big Night In 2022 with your rendition of ‘To a Mouse’.

A robin perches on a snow-capped wooden fence post, with the snow-covered mountains of Glencoe in the background.

Winter highlights

Bracing but full of wonder, winter’s seasonal splendour can be enjoyed at a host of Trust places. Just remember to wrap up warm!

A woman stands on a heather-covered hillside strewn with boulders. Behind her is a deep wide glen and steep, snow-pocketed mountains. The sky is heavy.
26 Nov 2021

A day in the life of a ... Conservation Manager

Follow a day in the life of Shaila Rao, who considers herself lucky to combine her passion with her job at the spectacular Mar Lodge Estate.