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A group of marathon runners run on a tarmac path beside Loch Ness. Many look towards the camera and raise their hands in the air.
6 Feb 2020

The Loch Ness Marathon

Take part in one of the most scenic marathons in the world and help us to protect Scotland’s natural and built heritage.

Snowdrops in a woodland setting
21 Jan 2020

Scottish Snowdrop Festival

Find out about one of the first signs of spring during the Scottish Snowdrop Festival.

A man mows long grass in a garden on a hot summer’s day.
20 Jan 2020

Through the eyes of: St Abb’s Head’s first Trust ranger

In 2020 we’re running a series of blogs from people associated with St Abb’s Head NNR. To begin, Stephen Warman describes his experience as the first Trust ranger there.

A scotch pie sitting on a small white plate

Scottish food traditions

With our rich rivers and seas, and fertile fields, Scotland has been blessed with great produce. And while some of our culinary traditions date back thousands of years, other Scottish food and drink trends are just getting started ...

External view of House of Dun from the colourful garden
22 Dec 2019

Making a declaration on Angus heritage

In 2020, we’re planning to retell the story of Angus and Scotland in an ambitious new project at House of Dun, near Montrose.

Two women stand either side of a decorated Christmas tree in the Hill House drawing room. A wooden rocking horse with a toy fox balanced on top stands in front of them.
13 Dec 2019

The Hill House celebrates Christmas in style

We’re opening up this beautiful home over the festive period for the first time.

Fabulous festive and winter getaways

Spend quality time with loved ones over the winter season on a magical break with the National Trust for Scotland.

A white thatched cottage stands on the side of a road with a blue sky background.
15 Nov 2019

Repairs begin at Burns Cottage

Vital conservation works at the Alloway cottage where Robert Burns was born are now underway.

Emma stands between two men and holds her award on stage at the ASVA Conference.
12 Nov 2019

Emma’s our Rising Star

Emma Sweeney, Visitor Services Supervisor at the Hill House, has been announced as the winner of the ASVA 2019 Rising Star Award.