Join

All Stories

Showing 2080 results for . Clear filter
A woman dressed in full winter gear stands almost at the summit of a snow-covered mountain, looking down towards a ridge path, with the glen far below. The sky is bright blue and the snow is glistening.
22 Nov 2021

Winter at its finest

Take a look at some of the seasonal highlights at Trust places across Scotland this winter.

A pink cone-shaped mushroom grows on a lawn, with a grand stately home in the background.
18 Nov 2021

The strange case of the Strathy Strangler

Join Trust ranger Roddy for a look at the mushrooms which have made Haddo House lawn their home.

A view from a hillside, beside a stone structure, looking out to sea. The sky is dark and heavy, and rain can be seen falling out to sea, moving towards land.
17 Nov 2021

From the edge of the world 2021 – part 6

Our St Kilda archaeologist reflects on the important relationship between archaeological monitoring and climate change, as well as sharing some of her memories of exploring the unique cleitean on the island.

16 Nov 2021

Tartan: exploring Scottish identity in art

From ancient Scottish clansmen fighting the Jacobite cause, to the 21st-century landowner, tartan symbolises complex political associations and cultural identity at home and abroad.

Clumps of purple heather cover the lower slopes of a mountain glen. Small trees can be seen in the background, also growing on the lower slopes.
11 Nov 2021

Stronger planning protections needed for scenery

New policy needed to ensure scenic landscapes are protected from development.

A view of the front of Brodie Castle in autumn, on a rather grey day. Fallen brown leaves lie on the lawn in the foreground. The photo is taken from a near-ground perspective.
11 Nov 2021

Brodie Castle – the community during wartime

The family who lived at Brodie Castle and the estate workers served in several wars. Find out more about some of their stories.

A young woman sits at a wooden workbench, with a pile of materials before her. An anglepoise lamp lights her work space.
9 Nov 2021

Meet the Makers: Hannah Louise Lamb

The Trust is proud to support talented makers and craftspeople from across Scotland, by selling their products in our physical and online shops. This time, we meet Hannah Louise Lamb, who specialises in bespoke hand-cut jewellery.

A red squirrel sits on the woodland floor, its fluffy tail curled behind it. The sun shines through the squirrel's fur, making it almost glow against the rust-coloured leaves on the floor.

Autumn wildlife

With the nights getting darker and the days chillier, now’s the perfect time to head outdoors to catch sight of some of Scotland’s most iconic creatures, big and small, at National Trust for Scotland properties.

A woodland path, covered in fallen orange leaves, wends through trees. A rocky bank rises to the right of the path.

Highlights of the season

Colourful, evocative and full of interest, autumn is a spectacular time to head outdoors – with a feast of experiences to enjoy at Trust properties around the country.