Posts Tagged ‘National Trust for Scotland’
Lifting the turf on Glencoe’s secret buried history
National Trust for Scotland archaeologists will share their discoveries from recent excavations and surveys in Glencoe in early August. They will also discuss exciting plans to bring the findings to life at a special talk on Thursday 8 August, 6.30pm, at Glencoe Visitor Centre. Derek Alexander, the conservation charity’s Head of Archaeology, has led digs…
Read MoreLandscape put in focus at Glencoe exhibition
An exhibition of vibrant Highland landscapes by acclaimed Scottish colourist artist Hamish MacDonald is set to go on show. It will open at the National Trust for Scotland’s revamped Glencoe Visitor Centre on 3 August. Over 50 print works, silk art and cards depicting the landscapes and seascapes of Western Scotland, from Arran to Ullapool,…
Read MoreSpot our famous red squirrels in Wildlife Week
Nature lovers are being given the chance to spot Scotland’s beloved red squirrels this week. With acres of thick woodlands, luscious gardens and island charm aplenty, the National Trust for Scotland’s Brodick Castle on Arran is the perfect backdrop for a nature-loving day out. This Wildlife Week, 15-20 July, Brodick Country Park Rangers are running…
Read MoreEast Neuk Festival hangs out the washing
The 15th annual East Neuk Festival is taking place later this week. In preparation for this year’s event, running from 26-30 June, the unveiling of The Drying Green has taken place – a large-scale art installation set within the wildflower meadow of the National Trust for Scotland’s Kellie Castle in Pittenweem, Fife. The Drying Green…
Read MoreNew project to uncover lost Glencoe villages
A new project to uncover the secret history of one of Scotland’s most spectacular and best loved landscapes has been launched. The National Trust for Scotland has announced plans for a new project in the West Highland glen which will investigate three lost villages and build a replica of a traditional turf house. The project…
Read MoreThousands invited to vote on charity’s future
Scotland’s largest membership organisation has opened a ballot to choose four people who will serve on its Board of Trustees. The 370,000 members of the conservation charity, the National Trust for Scotland are being invited to cast their votes and make their choice from a total of nine candidates who have put themselves forward for…
Read MoreSaving Mackintosh classic house for the future
One of the finest examples of domestic architecture by architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh is now being saved for the future. The Glasgow publisher Walter Blackie commissioned Mackintosh to design the house in Helensburgh in 1902 and construction was completed in 1904. At a cost of ÂŁ6,652, Mackintosh, along with his wife Margaret MacDonald, oversaw the…
Read MoreFive ways to make a difference this summer
With summer just around the corner, the National Trust for Scotland has announced its next programme of summer volunteer projects to care for Scotland’s natural treasures. Becoming a conservation volunteer with the charity gives participants the opportunity to learn new skills while helping preserve some of Scotland’s most loved natural treasures. With both one-day and…
Read MoreHarbour your property dreams in this home
A superb refurbished harbour property with beautiful views is now on the property market. Presented for sale by Galbraith, 4 Mid Shore is believed to date from the early 1800s and is thought to have been a merchant’s house. It is a stunning fully refurbished harbour property offering lovely contemporary accommodation of a very high…
Read MoreSports stars headline Borders Book Festival
Scottish sporting legends David Coulthard, Stephen Hendry and Gregor Townsend are just some of the highlights at this summer’s Baillie Gifford Borders Book Festival. Along with inspiring women Kate Humble, Ruth Davidson and Susan Calman, and jockey Bob Champion, they will attend the prestigious event. The full-line up of over 100 events is announced today…
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