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Think you know fairies? Think again! In this blog Catriona Murray explores Scotland’s Gaelic fairy folklore and provides a handy guide on how to recognise them.
What happened at the Battle of Bannockburn, and why was it so important? Uncover the events before and after with help from our Inventory of Historic Battlefields.
We take a two-wheeled trip into the archives, meeting some of the daytrippers, rulebreakers and thrillseekers from Scotland’s cycling past.
Our Head of Designations Dara Parsons discusses our review of heritage designation and the development of our long-term strategy, and asks for your views through our consultation – taking place online and at events.
When you think of Art Deco, you might be picturing geometric shapes, the Empire State Building and The Great Gatsby. But the popular design style has left its mark on our architecture much closer to home.
Have you ever visited a circular tower? Orchardton Tower is one of a kind in Scotland. Dating back to the mid-1400s, we dive into its history.
A staple of the 20th century British townscape, police and phone boxes can be spotted across Scotland. So how are they being used today?
Only a stone’s throw away from Edinburgh’s city centre, Granton was once one of Scotland’s key industrial hubs. But what’s it like now? We dive into the projects behind the Granton Waterfront Redevelopment Programme.
The Highland Clearances are a pivotal moment is Scotland’s social, cultural and economic history. Karen Soutar, one of our stewards at Doune Castle tells us what happened, when, and why.
Who fought in the Battle of Culloden, and why was it such an important moment in Scottish history? Uncover the story with our Inventory of Historic Battlefields.