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Books Catalogue

Our books are telling the stories of Scotland. Our aim is to explore ideas and start conversations about the past, present and future of our nation’s history and heritage.

Building Knowledge

Appealing to a wide audience this is a prestigious publication which celebrates some of Glasgow's most recognisable buildings.

Building Knowledge: An Architectural History of the University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a city renowned for critical thinking, cutting edge breakthroughs and unique creativity. At the heart of these enlightened ideals lies the University of Edinburgh.

Castle Quest Trail

This trail is a cross-curricular activity covering the Numeracy and Mathematics and Social Studies areas of the Curriculum for Excellence.

Code of Good Practice in Research

A policy document outlining the Code of Good Practice in Research at Historic Environment Scotland.

Course Handbook: Level 3 Award in Energy Efficiency for Older and Traditional Buildings

This handbook is a collaboration of the UK’s heritage bodies and is a resource for those undertaking qualifications in retrofit of older and traditional buildings.

Declaration of Arbroath

A partnership project between Historic Environment Scotland & National Records of Scotland, this booklet for young learners commemorates the 700th anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath.

Edinburgh Castle Jacobite Trail Quiz

Visit key locations in the castle and see if you can discover the answers to these questions about the Jacobite Risings

Edinburgh Castle Names

Research Investigating into the origins of names within Edinburgh Castle.

Edinburgh Castle Research: The Stone of Destiny

A research report that considers recent scholarship on the Stone of Destiny and attempts to identify and address gaps in our understanding of the significance.