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A view of the front of the Alexander Greek Thomson-designed Holmwood. It is a stone villa with columns and an angular roof, with a dome at the centre. It is not symmetrical. Wide stone steps lead up to the front door.
31 Aug 2022

Why we love Holmwood

The property team share why this very special villa in Glasgow is the perfect place to discover the amazing architecture and designs of Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson.

A photo of a man composing an orchestra, his back to the theatre. He holds a baton in one hand and gestures with his other hand. He is looking down at the music.
19 Aug 2022

‘I always want to try different things’

This year’s Haddo Arts Festival in October will see the premiere of a new piano quintet by celebrated Scottish composer Sir James MacMillan. We spoke to Sir James to find out more.

Very colourful flower beds line a gravel path in a walled garden. In the background stands Crathes Castle.
18 Aug 2022

15 gardens to visit this summer

There are many gorgeous gardens up and down the country within the Trust’s care, representing almost every style of Scottish garden throughout history.

A view of a walled garden in summer, with bright pink flowering shrubs in the foreground and a white glasshouse in the background.
17 Aug 2022

Why we love Geilston Garden

Some of our team members share the reasons why they love this hidden gem of a garden in West Dunbartonshire.

A view across the walled garden of Inverewe Garden. The dark shapes of mountains loom in the distance, and in the garden visitors walk along the pathways.
3 Aug 2022

Why we love Inverewe

Hear from a wealth of people about the many reasons why they love Inverewe, our astonishing garden in the North-West Highlands.

A view of a garden, filled with colourful flower beds and lush green shrubs and trees. On the lawn area, some patio tables and chairs are set out for tearoom visitors.
20 Jul 2022

Why we love Branklyn Garden

In this special centenary year for Branklyn, hear from some of the staff, volunteers and visitors about what makes this garden such a loved and treasured place.

A view of an old stone mill with a large water wheel at the side. The walls have exposed brickwork and the roof is made of orange tiles.
6 Jul 2022

Why we love Preston Mill

Hear just some of the reasons why this quirky mill in East Lothian is such a special place.

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.

Looking over Canna Bay on a sunny day.
8 Jun 2022

A trip around Canna Bay

Our Canna House Manager takes us on a trip around the beautiful Canna Bay on a sunny morning in April.