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Two images; the one on the left is a black and white photograph of a woman sitting at a spinning wheel outside in front of a house; the one on the right shows the spinning wheel on top of a cupboard.
9 Jul 2020

Bho mhoch gu dubh – from dawn to dusk

Find out how Gaelic work songs fitted into and enhanced the daily life of Hebridean crofters.

Trust Chief Executive Philip Long OBE stands in Kellie Castle Garden beside a sundial, with the castle in the background. He holds an omega-shaped sign saying Love in his hands.
7 Jul 2020

Thanks for your support – a message from Phil Long

As our gardens and grounds open up once again, new Chief Executive Phil Long thanks you all for supporting our charity.

Green, lush croftland at Balmacara Estate, with hedgerows separating fields and woodland in the distance. In the far distance tall mountains rise, with clouds around their summits.
6 Jul 2020

Neil Oliver’s term as President ending

Neil Oliver will not seek re-election as President at September’s 2020 AGM.

Aerial shot of Inverewe House surrounded by woods and with the shoreline of Loch Ewe.
6 Jul 2020

10 behind-the-scenes ways we protect Scotland

We’re famous for stately homes and historic buildings. But we do so much more than that. Here are 10 behind-the-scenes examples of the way the Trust protects Scotland’s heritage and boosts local communities.

A mountain landscape, with tall mountains creating an almost-bowl effect. Boulders, rocks and small scrubs are strewn across the base.
3 Jul 2020

Torridon – an enchanting wilderness of water and rock

Seamus MacNally explains why Torridon is so special and why it must be protected for future generations to enjoy.

A view from inside a tunnel, looking out to a garden area with a water feature and plant beds.
2 Jul 2020

Virtual garden tour: Brodie Castle Playful Garden

Join Brodie Castle Head Gardener, Ed Walling as he takes you on a tour around the extraordinary Playful Garden

A gravel path leads through the centre of a walled garden, with colourful flower beds either side. A stone urn stands in the middle of the path a little way ahead. Wooden climbing supports stand in the bed.
1 Jul 2020

Virtual garden tour: Threave Garden

Enjoy a quiet stroll through the stunning Threave Garden. Discover many incredible displays throughout, admire the colourful summer borders, and explore the fabulous Victorian walled garden.

A view looking up towards a red stone castle on a sunny day. Sloped grass lawns lead down to a gravel path, with black iron gates at the entrance.
1 Jul 2020

Highlight plants at Brodick Castle this month

As Brodick Castle Garden reopens on Monday 6 July, we take a look at five plants that will be at their best in the walled garden this month.

Trust Chief Executive Philip Long OBE stands in Kellie Castle Garden beside a sundial, with the castle in the background. He holds an omega-shaped sign saying Love in his hands.
1 Jul 2020

New Chief Executive starts today

Philip Long OBE begins his new job as Trust Chief Executive today.

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