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A scenic landscape picture of Canna with sailboats in a harbour and hills in the background.
5 Nov 2024

Corncrake numbers soar on Canna

We have recorded a promising increase in the corncrake population on Canna, after years of low numbers.

An image of montane willow trees on a mountainside with other mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.
2 Nov 2024

Endangered mountain trees make a comeback in Scotland

Endangered mountain trees and shrubs are making a comeback in Scotland, a study by the University of Stirling has shown.

A grid showing photos of different plants to grow in your garden to attract birds
1 Nov 2024

The PLANTS project: Top 12 plants for birds

The PLANTS project team recommend 12 of the best plants for attracting birds to your garden.

Dad and son choose a Christmas tree on the farm, two Christmas trees. The dad pushes a large tree in a wooden cart and the son a smaller tree in a wooden cart.

O Christmas Trees!

James Hannaford, Head Gardener at Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate, gives us the lowdown on his five festive favourite Christmas trees.

A small stone summerhouse with a mossy roof stands in the corner of a walled garden. A white climbing rose almost covers the front wall. Lush vegetable beds lie in front of it.
14 Oct 2024

The PLANTS project: Top 5 edible plants at Kellie Castle

Plants aren’t just for looking at! Here the PLANTS Project East team picks some of their favourite tasty choices found at Kellie Castle Garden.

A Staffa cliffside with the blue sea to the left. The famous hexagonal rock columns surround the entrance to a cave at the bottom of the cliff.
10 Oct 2024

Major project commences to upgrade Staffa’s landing jetty

A major repairs project has commenced on Staffa to upgrade the landing jetty and improve accessibility to a much-loved island.

An illustration of a geisha in a blue kimono with a dark blue and pink pattern stands in front of a mirror.
8 Oct 2024

Plant Journeys blog #13 – Kimono and kimono pattern books

Plant Journeys is a blog series, exploring East Asian plants in the garden of Broughton House.

A view of a wide Scottish glen, with snow-capped mountains that are partially covered on the lower slopes by thick pine forests.
3 Oct 2024

The wild transformation of Mar Lodge Estate

As we approach the National Lottery’s 30th birthday, our Conservation Manager at Mar Lodge Estate shares how their support has had a significant impact on Scottish wildlife.

A greylag goose splashing in water
2 Oct 2024

Ready to land

As winter migrants head to Scotland’s wetlands in search of food and better weather, we reveal the best Trust places to see them.