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Four children wrapped up in anoraks and hats on a remote beach, holding postcards and a St Kilda mailboat.
29 Aug 2020

St Kilda mailboat’s epic journey

A very special delivery has been made in the week of the 90th anniversary of the evacuation of St Kilda.

A black and white photo of four people looking for shells on a sandy beach. Three sit or crouch on the beach, running their hands through the sand. The fourth woman stands and leans over the man closest to the foreground.
28 Aug 2020

Why do we collect shells?

As British summertime ends, we’re beachcombing our collections for shells, to illustrate how a humble home for a sea creature has become a symbol of luxury and power in art and design.

Male emperor moth on straw. It has prominent eyespots on forewings and hindwings.
28 Aug 2020

Moths of Ben Lawers

Moth Night 2020 takes place from 27–29 August. Here, we look at some of the more unusual day-flying moths found at Ben Lawers.

A black and white border collie sits at the top of a mountain on a large rock. Behind is a ridge path leading to another summit. Many other mountains and a loch can be seen in the background. The dog wears a purple collar with a paw print locket.
26 Aug 2020

Your dogs, our places

We asked you to share pics of your pooches at our places and you obliged! We provided the (stunning) backdrops and you provided the picture-perfect pooches! Take a look at a selection of what you shared with us ...

Black and white photograph of the Hill House in Helensburgh.
26 Aug 2020

The Hill House: domestic servants

The life of a domestic servant during the Edwardian era was like no other. Life at the Hill House was a lot more tranquil than that portrayed in programmes such as Downton Abbey, but it was still busy and challenging.

A view of the entrance to Pollok House, seen from the surrounding woodland.
26 Aug 2020

The Russell dynasty and their unique contribution to the National Trust for Scotland

Discover how three generations of one family have helped to shape the Trust we know and love today.

A man stands beside an earth bank, covered in wild flowers. He stands beside his mountain bike and wears a cycle helmet.

Pedalling for Scotland – George Russell’s epic cycle across US

A National Trust for Scotland supporter, whose family has links to the foundation of the Trust, embarked on a 3,000 mile cycle across the US to raise funds for our charity.

A silver box in the shape of a pug’s head. It has orange eyes and a gilt base.
25 Aug 2020

25 of the very best dogs in our collections!

In celebration of National Dog Day, we thought it would be fun to share some examples of our canine friends from across the years ... and in various guises.

A black and white photograph of a small dog standing on a wooden raft, floating in a still bay. The dog is looking at the camera. Cliffs and rocky beaches can be seen in the background.
25 Aug 2020

It’s a dog’s life – Canna’s Cairns and other canines

To celebrate National Dog Day on 26 August, we take a look at some of the canine companions of the Canna House Collections.