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10 Mar 2020

Bicycles and bombs at Burns

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re publishing a series of blog posts written by our volunteers and staff, highlighting both historical female characters and their influences at their properties.

A family of 4 walk along the beach, laughing and holding hands.
9 Mar 2020

10 coastal spots

Be inspired by 10 of the top coastal places in Scotland.

A close-up of pale yellow primroses growing on a woodland floor.
9 Mar 2020

Blooming gorgeous: primrose

Primroses add a splash of colour to the woodland around the Mire Loch and the sea braes after a dull winter.

A clear reflection in Loch Duich beneath the iconic Five Sisters mountains of Kintail
6 Mar 2020

Keeping an eye on coronavirus

Properties are open as planned.

A young man standing in a garden in front of a glasshouse
6 Mar 2020

Award-winning Garden Apprentice at Crathes Castle Garden

National Trust for Scotland Garden Apprentice recognised as Student of the Year by the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society.

A group of people working in a rock garden
6 Mar 2020

Leith Hall – a restoration of rocks

A long-standing project to restore the Rock Garden at Leith Hall will finally be completed in spring this year.

5 Mar 2020

House party weddings with the National Trust for Scotland

If you’re planning a weekend wedding celebration in an elegant country house or grand castle then check out our fabulous venues.

A man holding an omega-shaped sign that reads 'Love, the National Trust for Scotland' stands in front of a double staircase.
5 Mar 2020

The trailblazer that was Caroline Norton

This Women’s History Month, we’re publishing a series of blog posts written by our volunteers and staff. Our second post explores the life of Caroline Norton.

4 Mar 2020

Bringing the banyan to the V&A

A gentleman’s early 18th-century nightgown from Newhailes, known as a banyan, features in an exhibition ‘Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk’ at the V&A in London.