Publications

Edinburgh Castle's Role as a Gun House

Edinburgh Castle Research

Research report on the castle’s role as a gun house.

Events & Days Out

September 2019 to March 2020

Lots of events for all the family to enjoy!

Explore Scotland Visitor Leaflet

A short leaflet detailing the 77 staffed sites available to visit across Scotland.

Exploring Scotland's World Heritage Sites Leaflet

Available in English, French, Gaelic, German, Italian and Spanish

This map leaflet provides information on exploring Scotland’s World Heritage Sites.

Focus Magazine

Our annual magazine showcasing technical conservation within Historic Environment Scotland (HES) and our partners.

For the Safety of All

A Story of Scotland’s Lighthouses

Donald S Murray explores Scotland's lighthouses through history, storytelling and the voices of the lightkeepers.

Fortress of the Kingdom

Archaeology and Research at Edinburgh Castle

This is the detailed history of a great castle – a reflection of its colourful and complex story, through its buildings and the lives of its occupants.

Green Recovery Case Studies

A series of case studies that demonstrate how our historic environment can make a vital contribution to Scotland’s green recovery from the pandemic and its transition to net zero and a climate resilient society.

Green Recovery Statement for The Historic Environment

Using Scotland’s Past to Support Our Future

Our historic environment can make a vital contribution to Scotland’s green recovery from the pandemic and its transition to net zero and a climate resilient society. Find out how in this Statement.

Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site Leaflet

Available in English, French, Gaelic, German, Italian and Spanish

Information on the extraordinary monuments that make up the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site.

Historic Scotland on Screen map

Our properties have starred in many famous films and TV series’. Find out more with our map

Iona Abbey: Visitor Leaflet

A short guide on what can be explored at Iona Abbey, one of Scotland's most sacred sites.