Battlefields

Historic battlefields tell us much about the battles that have helped to shape our national consciousness and sense of identity.

What is the Inventory of Historic Battlefields?

Learn about our role in designating and preserving Scotland's nationally important battlefields.
Search for a battlefield

Search for Inventory battlefields by keyword or on a map.
Designation process: Inventory of Historic Battlefields

How we assess Inventory applications, along with requests for removal or review of existing entries.
Propose a battlefield for the Inventory

How to propose a battlefield for the inventory or request the review or removal of an existing site.
Effects of Inventory status on battlefield owners

Find out what Inventory status means for owners.
Inventory maps: battlefields

Inventory maps show the full extent of the Inventory battlefield, along with the location of key features and events of the battle.
Caring for and conserving battlefields

Battles took place in living, working landscapes that must be managed proactively to keep pace with modern life.