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1 Nov 2018

For auld lang syne

As the South West Project Reveal team approach the end of our involvement in the project, we’d like to look back over the last 15 months.

Looking down along the A82, as it snakes its way through Glencoe in summer.
30 Oct 2018

Glencoe revamp begins

As work gets underway on upgrading the visitor centre at Glencoe, Operations Manager Emily Bryce introduces herself and gives a hint of what visitors can expect from the new-look facilities.

A rowing boat rests on a grassy low cliff-top, with the shore seen in the background. The rowing boat looks old, with white flaking paint and a blue rim. Another boat can be seen behind it.
29 Oct 2018

A fair wind for Fair Isle

We’re supporting community renewable energy projects on Fair Isle, Canna and Iona.

A small group of people work at repairing a mountain path. The man in the foreground is digging a space to add large rocks. There is snow on the hillside surrounding the narrow path.
29 Oct 2018

Creating pathways to recovery

We’re taking bold new steps to protect our mountains by repairing the 245 miles of paths at our upland places.

A man stands beside a small, gilt-framed portrait of Robert Burns, displayed on a black wall.
29 Oct 2018

Rediscovering Scots

We’re demonstrating our commitment to the Scots language, by appointing a resident Scriever to keep the mither tongue alive.

Looking up at Burns Monument from the gardens against a blue sky with clouds
24 Oct 2018

Secrets of a Shrine (part 2)

Uncovering the mysteries of a 200-year-old monument to Robert Burns: symbolism in design

A ruined church stands surrounded by a graveyard and tall trees. The walls remain in good condition but the roof is missing. The bell tower can be seen at one end.
23 Oct 2018

A kind of magic

Project Reveal discover objects and places that reflect some of the superstitions prevalent throughout south-west Scotland over the centuries.

22 Oct 2018

Grand and good fun - for all the family

Lauren Miller reports back on her trip to the Georgian House, and finds it’s grand family fun.

Three children in orange t-shirts stand around a toy cardboard coffin, sticking their hands through small holes cut in the top to try and feel what's inside.
19 Oct 2018

Celebrating Scotland’s Halloween heritage

In 2018 we’re sharing Scotland’s Halloween traditions and stories with events all over the country.