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 is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story. The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified ...

HES publish proposals to designate the late 19th and early 20th century phases of the prison at Category A Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is seeking views from the public on proposals to ...

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has awarded £21,000 to Wessex Archaeology and Dendrochronicle to carry out further research of the Sanday Wreck, an intact section of shipwreck timbers uncovered on ...

a condition assessment carried out by specialist stone conservators. a scientific investigation by specialist heritage scientists. 3D digitisation undertaken by digital documentation specialists. It ...

Locals and visitors from across the country helped kickstart the celebrations as Castle of Light, the interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle, officially opened to the public. Castle of Light ...

The Historic Environment Scotland Act 2014 requires HES to prepare Annual Report and Financial Statements, in line with direction from Scottish Ministers, and to have these audited. The Act also ...

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 ...

Stirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story. The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified ...

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