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A white, square, paper calendar is held by a bulldog clip at the top and displayed against a red background. It has a hessian tie around the bottom. The front cover says: This year 2022 will be a good year. At the bottom of the page it says: A calendar to grow with you - printed on seeded paper to plant and grow.
2 Dec 2021

Green gifts for the festive season

Take a look at our beautiful selection of gifts that are sure to make your loved ones AND the planet happy.

A white fluffy seal pup lies near its grey mother on a stony beach.
2 Dec 2021

The aftermath of Storm Arwen

After a weekend of wild weather at the end of November, we assess the damage done by Storm Arwen at our places across Scotland.

1 Dec 2021

A grand silk dress at House of Dun

Join our curator and conservator for a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the work involved in displaying this stunning gown at House of Dun.

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’.

Winter wildlife

The coldest season of the year brings change not only to the landscape but also to the wildlife that inhabits it, with many species readily seen at Trust properties.

A group of people stand around a small earth trench at the side of a large field. They hold various digging implements.
29 Nov 2021

Thanks to our long-serving volunteers

Our Chief Executive offers his congratulations to our volunteers receiving long service awards in 2021.

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.

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.

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