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The Hill House: the bathroom
One of the more unusual objects in the Hill House collection is the shower. Yes, you read that correctly – visitors are often quite startled to see a shower in a house of this age, and by how it looks!
Heritage apples at Priorwood Garden
The orchard at Priorwood is home to over 70 varieties of apple – find out more about some of our favourites.
Wildflower meadow walk at Balmacara
Join us (virtually!) for a relaxing wildflower meadow walk.
James Nasmyth and the Philosopher’s Stone
To celebrate World Literacy Day (8 September), we take a closer look at a painting by James Nasmyth to uncover a story about alchemy and friendship.
Art competition gallery
We asked you to create your very own masterpiece to celebrate our incredible places. Take a look at some of our favourites.
Highlight plants at Brodick Castle this September
As we enter the final weeks of the summer season, there’s still plenty of colour to see in and around the walled garden.
Trust launches Foothpath Fund appeal
The National Trust for Scotland today launches its Footpath Fund appeal, along with a mountain etiquette guide to help us continue to protect the places in Scotland we all love.
A glimpse into plant evolution through aeoniums
Inverewe holds the National Collection of Aeoniums, a genus of succulent plants which are not only visually attractive but tell an interesting story of evolution.
Lawn care at Brodie Castle in September
Brodie Castle’s Head Gardener, Ed Walling, shares some of his tips for lawn care at this time of the year in this quick video.