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A close-up image of large fallen trees and branches.
27 Jun 2022

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.

A dense green woodland covers the slopes of a hill, reaching all the way down to the loch in the distance. Mountains can be seen on the far shore.
27 Jun 2022

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 interior of a summerhouse, with a ceiling decorated in an intricate pattern with pine cones.
27 Jun 2022

Hidden secrets in our gardens

Ancient time-telling devices and bespoke sculptures lie nestled among the fantastic flora of the National Trust for Scotland’s gardens, which are also places of learning for new generations of gardeners.

A beautiful white sandy beach, with small grassy dunes and turquoise sea under a blue sky.
27 Jun 2022

Summer at its finest

Long days, picnics and family adventures outdoors: summer is here at last! Here are some wonderful places to enjoy the sunny season at its best.

A huge cliff rises from the sea, with gannets swooping in the air.

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.

24 Jun 2022

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, a pink castle with turrets surrounded by a grassy lawn, with trees in the background.
23 Jun 2022

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.

22 Jun 2022

Beyond Beckford: reviewing and re-interpreting the Beckford Collection

As part of a Scottish Graduate School for Arts and Humanities (SGSAH) funded internship Beyond Beckford, a PhD student and a PhD candidate are carrying out research at Brodick Castle.

The Moon Gate sits behind a variety of plants in the Walled Garden of Leith Hall
22 Jun 2022

Why we love Leith Hall

Members from the team at Leith Hall, Garden & Estate in Aberdeenshire share some of the reasons why they love this very special place.