All Stories
Restoring peatland at Mar Lodge Estate
Find out why and how we’re protecting and restoring peatland at Mar Lodge Estate NNR.
A day in the life of a ... Propagator
We meet Ingrid van Oostrom, Propagator at Culzean Castle & Country Park, to learn a little more about her fascinating and important role.
The Age of Powder and Paint
From the absurd to the downright dangerous, eighteenth- and nineteenth-century hair and beauty treatments placed those in pursuit of the latest fashions at risk of serious illness – and even death.
Dig breaks new ground at Culloden
Archaeological work at the battlefield aims to shed more light on the battle.
The Georgian House – a rich history of wine
Join our team in Edinburgh’s New Town for a closer look at the important part wine played when entertaining guests.
Calling all dragonflies!
We’ve created new pools at Balmacara Estate in Wester Ross, to allow the rare northern emerald dragonfly to flourish.
Crathes Garden blog #6: hope springs eternal
Join our expert garden guide for a behind-the-scenes look at what the team have been working on in October, as well as a quick look at some prep work for next year’s display.
Fascinating fungi at Inverewe
This autumn, Inverewe has seen a bumper crop of fungi all around the 2000-acre heritage estate, creating a quirky spectacle for visitors.
The psychology of the Highland Charge
The Highland Charge was a battlefield tactic synonymous with the Jacobites, which was used to great effect against the Government armies.