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Press release Threave Castle interior reopens to visitors

30 July 2026

The castle, which once belonged to the infamous Black Douglas family, is ready to reopen its doors
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A stone castle sits in long grass underneath a blue sky

Kelso Abbey to re-open to visitors for the first time in five years

News article

24 July 2026

Rare Angus roofs at significant risk

Press release

23 July 2026

Kisimul Castle reopens to visitors

Press release

22 July 2026

Ronnie Hinds appointed Interim Chair of Historic Environment Scotland

Statement

14 July 2026

Thousands of years of Scottish graffiti is uncovered

News article

1 July 2026

New ancient circle discovered underground at Machrie Moor

Press release

30 June 2026

20% off entry to iconic heritage sites this summer

News article

26 June 2026

Medieval Jedburgh Comb back on display

Press release

24 June 2026

Help tell the story of Scottish football

Press release

11 June 2026

Stronger partnerships to drive Scotland’s heritage future

Press release

10 June 2026

New report reveals how heritage matters to people in Scotland

Press release

8 June 2026

HES publishes independent culture review

News article

2 June 2026

St Andrews Links golf merchandise now available at heritage sites

Press release

1 June 2026

Young people get hands-on heritage experience

Press release

29 May 2026

Historic ‘time capsule’ returns to Edinburgh Castle’s Crown Room

Press release

27 May 2026

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