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Historic Environment Scotland, the lead public body set up to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment. Find Information and resources for media, including our press pack, images and videos about Scotland.
Historic Environment Scotland
2d ago
A peaceful spot on the isle of Lismore, was once a hive of activity. Journey into our industrial past on a tour of An Sailean lime works.
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Historic Environment Scotland
6d ago
Our beautiful book, A History of Scotland's Landscapes, is now available in paperback. In this extract, Fiona Watson looks back over the thousands of years of history that have created the Scottish landscape we know today.
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Historic Environment Scotland
1w ago
Step inside Crawick Multiverse, a spectacular collision of cosmology and prehistory built on the site of a former open cast coal mine.
The post When the Coal Mine Ran Out of Coal: Creating Crawick Multiverse appeared first on Historic Environment Scotland Blog ..read more
Historic Environment Scotland
1w ago
200 years ago, Stirling Castle played an important part in the events of the Radical Rising. Find out more...
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Historic Environment Scotland
2w ago
Mary of Guelders married King James II and became Queen of Scots. Explore her fascinating life, her political influence and her charitable work that ensured her legacy in Scottish history.
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Historic Environment Scotland
3w ago
Lady Grange was entangled in a web of betrayal, conspiracy and a fateful marriage. This is the story of the Scottish socialite who was kidnapped by her husband and accomplices and became a prisoner on St Kilda.
The post The abduction of Lady Grange: A tragic tale of deceit, betrayal and St Kilda appeared first on Historic Environment Scotland Blog ..read more
Historic Environment Scotland
3w ago
Huts, tents, bothies and more. Holidaymakers in Scotland have a wealth of tiny vacation spaces to holiday in...
The post Little Wonders: A History of Small Getaways in Scotland appeared first on Historic Environment Scotland Blog ..read more
Historic Environment Scotland
1M ago
Our High-Level Masonry Engagement Co-ordinator reflects on the high-level masonry project and takes a look at reopenings this summer season.
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Historic Environment Scotland
1M ago
Read the story of how Margaret Tudor fought to protect the interests of her children during turbulent times in Scottish history.
The post Margaret Tudor: My Lady, The King’s ‘Defiant’ Mother appeared first on Historic Environment Scotland Blog ..read more
Historic Environment Scotland
1M ago
The private life of James VI was the source of gossip and speculation during his lifetime. Four and a half centuries on, not much has changed. We're still drawn to trying to discover and define his intimate relationships. We take a look at James VI and his male "favourites".
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