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From the edge of the world 2022 – part 4
Perfectly timed for Invasive Species Week 2022, in her latest blog our St Kilda ranger talks about some of the biosecurity work taking place to protect these very special islands.
Generations of wallpaper at Moirlanich Longhouse
Discover a world of wallpaper at Moirlanich Longhouse. The many layers of pattern in this tiny cottage record the popularity and practicality of wall coverings across several generations.
The Great Eight at the Tenement House
Ana Sanchez, Visitor Services Manager at the Tenement House, tells us about some of the things that she loves at this place.
The thistle – Scotland’s national flower
The thistle is the flower of Scotland and one of its most recognisable symbols. Since King Alexander III, it has been Scotland’s national emblem.
Inspiring a love for history in the next generation
Our Learning Facilitator at Bannockburn tells why she finds her role so rewarding, as she shares stories of Scotland’s past with school children.
Why we love Culross Palace
Join members of our team at Culross as they share some of the things they love most about this special place.
The bat man
Ranger Roddy Hamilton tells us about the brown long-eared bats of Craigievar, and muses on why bats get such a raw deal in our popular culture.
The Book of Kells
Iona, a tiny island in the Inner Hebrides, has been a sanctuary for Celtic Christianity for hundreds of years. It’s also where an incredible piece of religious history, the Book of Kells, was most likely created.
Caring for Staffa
Our ranger tells us about some of her important seabird monitoring work, as well as plans to improve the island infrastructure – all made possible thanks to donations from our supporters.