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Jubilee planting at Haddo House
With the bedding design for 2022 revolving around the theme of ‘The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee’, Haddo House Gardener Tim Foot set about considering how that could be incorporated into the existing design of the formal terrace garden.
Project to document 100,000 rare and exotic plants begins
The PLANTS project will categorise and conserve a range of species of plants across the Trust’s 39 gardens.
Glencoe turf house keeps heritage building skills alive
The recreation 17th-century turf house was created using traditional materials, tools and techniques.
Charities and agencies combine forces to tackle the impact of climate change
We have joined a new partnership to help tackle the impact of climate change on historical and cultural heritage sites in the UK.
Scarce orchid found in Highlands after 250 years
The coral root orchid has been rediscovered in Wester Ross after a gap of 250 years.
The impact of avian flu
Updated regularly. How avian flu is affecting the birds in our care, and guidance on what to do if you find an unwell bird while out and about.
Herons return to Inverewe
The wildlife of Inverewe had been heavily bombarded this winter by devastating Storm Corrie, and of special concern is the longstanding heron colony.
Craigievar Castle closure – autumn 2022 to spring 2024
This summer is the last chance to visit Craigievar Castle before it closes for an 18-month major conservation project.
A new entrance for Crathes Garden
The works are nearly complete on the new garden entrance at Crathes Castle. Find out more and take a look inside before it opens for business this summer season.