Scotland’s largest conservation charity supports new marine protections
The National Trust for Scotland has welcomed the announcement by the Scottish Government and Marine Scotland that an additional 12 marine sites around Scotland have been given Special Protection Area status.
Hebridean fleas, false teeth and fine dirigibles
A new Radio 3 documentary and some newly uncovered letters cast further light on Margaret Fay Shaw’s life in South Uist in the 1930s.
Made of Pittsburgh steel – Margaret Fay Shaw’s Pennsylvanian roots
Explore the history of Margaret Fay Shaw, who was born in Pittsburgh in the USA but became a Hebridean folklore heroine.
Turning the tide
In Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters, we’re working hard to protect our marine environment for a sustainable future.
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.
Archaeological research in the Highlands
A recent review of the Trust’s archaeological work in the Highlands has revealed a wealth of discoveries.
Scottish storytelling traditions
2022 is Scotland’s Year of Stories! Learn more about some of Scotland’s most famous storytellers and enjoy some of the best Scottish folktales.
Spring is wild garlic season!
A sign that spring is here is the unmistakable smell of wild garlic growing in the woodlands. Discover where to forage for fresh leaves, how to identify wild garlic, and how to make a delicious wild garlic pesto.
Spring wildlife
As the days lengthen and warm, it’s a lovely time of year to spot some of our seasonal visitors as well as our much-loved resident species.
Spring: highlights of the season
This is a magical time to visit your favourite Trust places, as our coasts, islands, mountains and moorlands all spring back to life.
How we’re supporting young people’s resilience and wellbeing
A festival at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum will help children build resilience skills this June.
Countryside
We care for over 76,000 hectares of countryside, home to world-famous natural landscapes.
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