Edinburgh Castle has witnessed many of the defining events in Scotland’s history. Sieges were fought over the mighty stronghold. Royalty lived and died within its walls. Just the sight of the Castle ...

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Explore the chambers of an unusual Neolithic burial tomb on a small uninhabited island. The Holm of Papa Westray chambered cairn is a large and eccentric monument. At around 5,000 years old, this ...

Our sites sometimes need to close at short notice due to adverse weather, essential maintenance work, and other reasons outwith our control. We advise checking ahead if the forecast is poor or you are ...

Stirling Castle has been likened to ‘a huge brooch clasping Highlands and Lowlands together’. From high on a volcanic outcrop, the castle guarded the lowest crossing point of the River Forth for ...

Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles, will be hosting a series of Christmas events across December, allowing visitors to get into the festive spirit with afternoon teas, shopping ...

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has published its Annual Report for 2023-24, highlighting key activities and developments over the past year. This year, HES has continued to build on its previous ...

This outdoor photography session will take place within the grounds of Arbroath abbey and the graveyard. Bring your own camera or phone to take photos, share knowledge and discuss some basic ...

British Geological Survey research, commissioned by Historic Environment Scotland, reveals an opportunity to re-establish the Scottish building stone market in order to maintain the country’s historic ...

This month (November 2024) marks the 100th anniversary of the oldest images held by the National Collection of Aerial Photography (NCAP). NCAP, part of Historic Environment Scotland, holds one of the ...

Robyn Thin, a Steward for Dryburgh Abbey, places the last of over 1,300 poppies created by school pupils to commemorate Remembrance Day Dryburgh Abbey will be free to enter from 9 November to 17 ...

This year, Castle of Light is helping to mark the capital's epic 900th anniversary in a showstopping celebration that will light up Edinburgh’s iconic skyline for a fifth fantastic year. All ages are ...