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An aerial view of Pitmedden Garden, revealing the 6 distinct and colourful parterre gardens. A large stone house stands at the far end of the garden with tall trees around the perimeter.
26 Nov 2021

Pitmedden and the box dilemma

The gardens community has been discussing the challenges of maintaining centuries-old garden designs as well as protecting them against pests and the changing climate.

26 Nov 2021

Distillery dig unlocks whisky history

Trust archaeologists reveal more details from their recent dig at the old site of The Glenlivet Distillery, including an exciting find.

A close-up view of a Fascicularia plant, which has a tiny blue bud-shaped flower at the centre, surrounded by spiky red petals or leaves. Those red spikes are surrounded by darker green leaves.
25 Nov 2021

Crathes Garden blog #7: challenges

Join our expert garden guide for a behind-the-scenes look at what the team have been working on at Crathes in November.

A view looking out of an Edwardian bay window across a garden towards Canna Bay, on a glorious sunny day.
24 Nov 2021

A rare and unique business opportunity on the Isle of Canna

Dedicated individuals are being sought to run Tighard, the only guest house on the beautiful Isle of Canna.

A woman dressed in full winter gear stands almost at the summit of a snow-covered mountain, looking down towards a ridge path, with the glen far below. The sky is bright blue and the snow is glistening.
22 Nov 2021

Winter at its finest

Take a look at some of the seasonal highlights at Trust places across Scotland this winter.

A view from a hillside, beside a stone structure, looking out to sea. The sky is dark and heavy, and rain can be seen falling out to sea, moving towards land.
17 Nov 2021

From the edge of the world 2021 – part 6

Our St Kilda archaeologist reflects on the important relationship between archaeological monitoring and climate change, as well as sharing some of her memories of exploring the unique cleitean on the island.

Clumps of purple heather cover the lower slopes of a mountain glen. Small trees can be seen in the background, also growing on the lower slopes.
11 Nov 2021

Stronger planning protections needed for scenery

New policy needed to ensure scenic landscapes are protected from development.

A red squirrel sits on the woodland floor, its fluffy tail curled behind it. The sun shines through the squirrel's fur, making it almost glow against the rust-coloured leaves on the floor.

Autumn wildlife

With the nights getting darker and the days chillier, now’s the perfect time to head outdoors to catch sight of some of Scotland’s most iconic creatures, big and small, at National Trust for Scotland properties.

A woodland path, covered in fallen orange leaves, wends through trees. A rocky bank rises to the right of the path.

Highlights of the season

Colourful, evocative and full of interest, autumn is a spectacular time to head outdoors – with a feast of experiences to enjoy at Trust properties around the country.

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