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A scenic landscape picture of Canna with sailboats in a harbour and hills in the background.
5 Nov 2024

Corncrake numbers soar on Canna

We have recorded a promising increase in the corncrake population on Canna, after years of low numbers.

An image of montane willow trees on a mountainside with other mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.
2 Nov 2024

Endangered mountain trees make a comeback in Scotland

Endangered mountain trees and shrubs are making a comeback in Scotland, a study by the University of Stirling has shown.

A grid showing photos of different plants to grow in your garden to attract birds
1 Nov 2024

The PLANTS project: top 12 plants for birds

The PLANTS project team recommend 12 of the best plants for attracting birds to your garden.

The rotunda at Bannockburn at sunset. The sky is a bright orange to the left, with dark blue clouds to the right. Trees stand silhouetted beside the rotunda and flag pole.
28 Oct 2024

Report shows Bannockburn proposals to be ’unacceptable’

A professional report commissioned by the Trust reveals that a planning submission was submitted to Stirling Council for a horse-trotting track on the site of the historic Bannockburn Battlefield, and the council’s assessment of it is ‘fundamentally flawed’.

A bride and groom embrace in the gardens of Haddo House.
28 Oct 2024

Tartan traditions: Louise and Michael’s timeless Haddo House wedding

Louise and Michael’s Haddo House wedding blended tartan traditions, family and Scottish heritage for a joyful late summer celebration.

A line of people stand on Culloden Battlefield, by a tall red flag, posing for the camera. Digging work is taking place in the background.
23 Oct 2024

Archaeological dig at Culloden Battlefield

Combining traditional tools and new techniques, archaeologists and volunteers have begun a remarkable dig at Culloden Battlefield.

A lemon drizzle cake with two slices cut from it is on a chopping board. Half a lemon is on a tea towel next to the board, with two tulips lying behind.
17 Oct 2024

Recipe: Elizabeth’s lemon drizzle cake from Drum Castle

Simple to make and delicious to eat, try out this recipe at home from Elizabeth Hirst at Drum Castle.

A view of the exterior of Brodie Castle at night, lit by giant projected images on the walls.
16 Oct 2024

Brodie Illuminated 2024: A celebration of playfulness

Brodie Castle is set to welcome visitors to its annual Brodie Illuminated event from 1–24 November, with visitors invited to explore this year’s theme of playfulness through creative light installations designed to highlight fun and imagination.

A small stone summerhouse with a mossy roof stands in the corner of a walled garden. A white climbing rose almost covers the front wall. Lush vegetable beds lie in front of it.
14 Oct 2024

The PLANTS project: Top 5 edible plants at Kellie Castle

Plants aren’t just for looking at! Here the PLANTS Project East team picks some of their favourite tasty choices found at Kellie Castle Garden.