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Braving the elements to protect St Kilda kirk
National Trust for Scotland staff and contractors have braved the elements during work on a major project to conserve the St Kilda kirk before its 200th anniversary.
From the edge of the world 2024 – part 2
Our St Kilda ranger shares an update on the highs and lows of the 2024 season so far.
Concern over slow start to seabird breeding season
Seabird experts at the Trust have raised concerns after observing a slow start to the seabird breeding season as well as a reduction in nesting activity for key species such as fulmars, guillemots and shags.
Plant Journeys blog post #10 – Maple: a feast of colour
Plant Journeys is a blog series, exploring East Asian plants in the garden of Broughton House.
Why we love Haddo House
Experience some of the famous Haddo magic and hospitality as we find out what makes this house so special.
Eric & Carol’s Crathes Rose Garden Elopement
Find out about a blooming gorgeous elopement at Crathes Castle, with a special clan connection to the Burnetts.
Plant Journeys blog post #9 – Bamboo: a symbol of integrity
Plant Journeys is a blog series, exploring East Asian plants in the garden of Broughton House.
Fyvie Castle and the British Civil Wars (1639–55)
Ahead of a commemorative Living History event to mark the 1644 Battle of Fyvie, historian Dr Andrew Lind summarises the tangled history of the conflict in which the castle played a significant role.
Committed Culross colleague’s farewell season
Michael Pitt, who is now in his tenth decade, is standing down from his role at Culross after 26 years.