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Scottish Christmas traditions
’Tis the season to be jolly! If you’re celebrating Christmas or Hogmanay in Scotland this year, there are lots of seasonal Scottish traditions that you can take part in – some of them old, some of them new.
Inverewe garden and estate: blooming for 2,000 years
Recent excavations by the Trust Archaeology Team has uncovered ancient metalworking at Inverewe.
Stitching time at Weaver’s Cottage
At number 91 in our 100 Ways list are our archaeological studies at Weaver’s Cottage, which have created a tapestry of human life dating back to prehistoric times.
Going underground
At number 87 on our 100 Ways list, we’ve been opening up some of Culzean Castle’s more unusual locations to give visitors an even better insight into its fascinating history.
The archaeology of castles: always changing, always learning
At number 86 on our 100 Ways list, Dr Daniel Rhodes explains how, with the help of volunteers, we’ve been uncovering the secrets hidden below some of our best loved castles, including Kellie Castle and Castle Fraser.
Exploring the beauty of Glencoe
We invited three of Scotland’s top landscape photography instagrammers to celebrate World Photography Day at Glencoe.
Battle of Bannockburn Archaeology Lecture Series: Staffa
The Battle of Bannockburn host lectures on the first Tuesday of every month all year round and this summer we’ve been running an archaeology-themed series.
Culloden and Cantraybridge College partnership provides growing opportunities
At number 79 on our 100 Ways list, we’ve partnered with Cantraybridge College to provide students with the chance to develop their horticultural skills.
Future/Past: old and new pictorial views of Forfar, Part 3
Historical photos of Angus helped pupils at Langlands Primary School, Forfar learn about their town.
Future/Past: old and new pictorial views of Forfar, Part 2
Historical photos of Angus helped pupils at Langlands Primary School, Forfar learn about their town.
Future/Past: old and new pictorial views of Forfar, Part 1
Historical photos of Angus helped pupils at Langlands Primary School, Forfar learn about their town.
Stories, songs and starlings
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the death of Margaret Fay Shaw’s friend Pèigi Macrae of South Uist.
Digging up evidence of a forgotten battle
At number 61 on our 100 Ways list is carrying out archaeology to learn more about the Battle of Glenshiel, 300 years on.
300-year-old musket ball and mortar shell discovered from the Battle of Glenshiel
Archaeologists have found the first historic remains of the 1719 battle.
Opening the door to the past at Craigievar Castle
Number 56 in our 100 ways list is our work to open the door to the past at Craigievar Castle.
Uncover the secrets of Glencoe this weekend
Calling all history and archaeology enthusiasts to take part in an exciting dig exposing a site from the Glencoe Massacre.
Remembering the Peace 1919
Inverewe remembers the peace-making of 1919 with willow sculptures, specially selected flower displays and an exhibition.
Looking ahead to Culloden at 300
At number 51 on our 100 Ways list we’re looking ahead to ensure that Culloden is protected from the threat of development.
Smelting moments on Ben Lomond
Volunteers on a recent Trust Thistle Camp learned first-hand just how hard it would have been to make iron in the past.
Consultation to shape Culloden 300
The Trust is looking for your views to protect Culloden for future generations.
Uncovering the story of Glencoe
At number 48 on our 100 Ways list, we’re uncovering the story of Glencoe – carrying out ground-breaking archaeology to find out more about one of Scotland’s most significant historic events.
Great women associated with Trust places
This International Women’s Day, we’ve brought together just some of the stories of inspirational women associated with Trust places.
Canna and Sanday map out the future
The inner Hebridean islands of Canna and Sanday have emerged as world leaders in the application of digital mapping technology.
Raising funds for Burns Cottage
At number 46 on our 100 Ways list is raising funds to repair Burns Cottage – we’re appealing for support to carry out vital works at the Bard’s birthplace.