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A Portugal laurel tree grows in the middle of a garden, with a paved area directly surrounding it and then neat hedges and shrubs. It is almost mushroom-shaped, with a thick trunk topped by a dense, dark green domed canopy.
25 Mar 2022

Crathes Garden blog #11: An enigmatic champion

In her latest blog, our expert garden guide takes a walk around Crathes estate and shares the stories of some of the champion trees here.

A destructive wildfire in Glen Luibeg (Mar Lodge Estate) in 2014

Help us to avoid wildfires

Here are some top tips for preventing wildfires at Trust places.

A view of the exterior of Crathes Castle, showing the elevation with a clock high on the tower. A flag flies from the castle roof. Tall trees with red and orange leaves stand either side of the lawn.
24 Mar 2022

A Tale of Two Tower Houses: Crathes Castle

2022 is Scotland’s Year of Stories! In our 3-part series, discover the stories of two historical Scottish tower houses situated just a few miles from one another, Drum Castle and Crathes Castle.

The main entrance to Holmwood on a rather wet day. The stone steps and surrounding walls leading to the front door have recently been cleaned. Two stone urns stand either side of the bottom step.
22 Mar 2022

Conservation in action: Holmwood steps

We’ve undertaken repair works to the Holmwood steps to help protect the frontage of Thomson’s beautiful villa.

A long line of people snake along a footpath across Culloden Moor towards a large stone cairn in the distance. Many are carrying flags.
22 Mar 2022

Culloden Commemoration 2022

Our annual commemoration of the Battle of Culloden will explore the impact of civil war on people and communities.

A view of Drum Castle with bright clumps of yellow and white daffodils growing in the foreground.
21 Mar 2022

What to expect when visiting our places – update

We want you to enjoy your visit to our places – your safety is our priority.

A tall thin tree lies across a gravel track in a woodland garden. Piles of felled logs lie beside the track.
18 Mar 2022

Storm damage to Arduaine Garden

The Arduaine team have carried out essential forestry work, necessary for safe access to the public.

18 Mar 2022

Inverewe – Osgood Mackenzie’s ‘Impossible Garden’

In recognition of the centenary of the death of Osgood Mackenzie, founder of Inverewe Garden, we tell his story.

A view of Drum Castle on a sunny day, with bright blue sky behind. The ancient, square stone tower is to the left, with the Jacobean section to the right. Tall trees can be seen behind the castle.
17 Mar 2022

A Tale of Two Tower Houses: Drum Castle

2022 is Scotland’s Year of Stories! In our 3-part series, discover the stories of two historical Scottish tower houses situated just a few miles from one another, Drum Castle and Crathes Castle.

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