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Uncover the events which led to Mary Queen of Scots’ daring escape by boat from Lochleven Castle, and her final taste of freedom.
Did you know you can get cheaper entry if you visit some of Scotland’s spectacular castles by train, bus, bike or on foot? And that’s not the only advantage of arriving car-free. Here are five great things about a car-free visit to Doune Castle.
It’s that time of year when the kids can feel a bit bored and you may want to encourage them to get out of the house. Well, this is the perfect time to make use of your Historic Scotland membership! There are lots of superb historical sites open and they are well worth spending time […]
Holyrood Park, sometimes known locally as the Queen’s Park, has a long history of connections with the royals.
Ahead of the Service of Thanksgiving at St Giles Cathedral to mark the Coronation of King Charles III, we take a brief look at the history of this national landmark.
We delve into our collections to take a look at the ceremony and celebrations when George IV made a monumental arrival in Leith 200 years ago.
Andrew Burnet from our Interpretation Team takes a behind-the-scenes look at our work to add interpretation to sites affected by our high level masonry inspections.
A servant suspected of stealing from her Queen and a Lord accused of slander are among the many prisoners held at Blackness Castle over the years.
Emotional effigies, a leap of faith and a chilling crime of passion are among the historic stories of love we’re telling this Valentine’s Day.
We’re bringing sparkle and joy with our Scottish Christmas gift suggestions so that you can have an unforgettable day this December.