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A man stands outside on a small fishing boat, with several other people. All are wrapped up warm and wear binoculars around their necks.
20 Feb 2020

Through the eyes of: the second Trust ranger at St Abb’s Head

Kevin Rideout describes his experience of being the ranger at St Abb’s Head for nearly a quarter of a century.

Wooden chair with padded seat and short legs. The back of the chair is elaborately carved.
19 Feb 2020

Gossiping at Kellie

Known in Fife as ‘gossip chairs’, these small seats were a favourite with the architect Robert Lorimer. This example from the 1890s was gifted to Kellie Castle in January 2020.

18 Feb 2020

Scraps of the past – Violet Brodie’s photo albums: Part II

Follow in the footsteps of Violet Brodie by exploring her scrapbook photo albums.

Jamie and Claire from the Outlander series

Discovering Outlander

Follow in the time-travelling footsteps of the lead characters and visit the locations that inspired the novels and were used in the filming of this historical romance.

Two walkers head off into the hills along a path in Glencoe. Purple heather grows beside the path.
12 Feb 2020

Overcoming barriers to experiencing Scotland’s culture

Ahead of the Scottish Government’s first Culture Strategy for 20 years, we’ve published new public opinion research on current cultural activity in Scotland, and the barriers to its development.

Inside a stone barn with wooden rafters, strung with fairy lights. Round tables have been set up for a wedding reception.

Rustic barns with lots of charm – expect the unexpected with our wedding venues!

Ideal for traditional and non-traditional weddings alike, the National Trust for Scotland has charming and versatile spaces that provide a truly blank canvas, inviting you to create your own dream wedding.

Two mean with luggage standing on a quayside with Chicago skyscrapers in the background
11 Feb 2020

Gregg violin woos the windy city

The Gregg violin tour of the US reaches Illinois, visiting schools, care homes, the UK Consul General’s residence, a Scots pub, and a very special history centre on the shores of Lake Michigan.

A large painting of colourful exotic birds, including a peacock, cockatoo and some pheasants.
7 Feb 2020

Peacocks on the move!

These birds have flown to nest temporarily in an exhibition at Tate Britain, in a show devoted to the later 17th century and the first to explore baroque art in Britain.

Close-up of a cluster of snowdrops
7 Feb 2020

Blooming gorgeous: snowdrops

Beneath the trees, look out for a pale swathe of snowdrops – a sure sign that spring is on its way.