Publications

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.

Guide to Energy Retrofit of Traditional Buildings

This guide looks into the thermal retrofit of traditional buildings to improve their energy performance, through a range of fabric improvements measures to different elements of a structure.

Castle Quest Trail

A teacher-led trail exploring maths around Edinburgh Castle

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

Investigating the Wars of Independence 1296 - 1357

This resource is aimed at teachers and designed to link classroom studies based on the Wars of Independence to the real historic sites where these events took place.

Investigating Castle Life - Feasting in the Great Hall

Information for children on castle life and feasting in the Great Hall.

Investigating Sweetheart Abbey

A resource for teachers planning to visit Sweetheart Abbey.

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.

The Early-Medieval Texts

Edinburgh Castle Research

Research investigating the early source material relating to Edinburgh Castle

Investigating the Sealants of the Declaration of Arbroath

This resource, produced jointly with National Records of Scotland, allows P7/S1 pupils studying the Scottish Wars of Independence to investigate the individuals who attached their seals to the Declaration of Arbroath.

The Medieval Documents

Edinburgh Castle Research

Research investigating the early source material relating to Edinburgh Castle.

Investigating St Bridget's Kirk

A resource for teachers planning to visit St Bridget's Kirk.

Investigating Abbeys and Priories in Scotland

A publication for teachers investigating abbeys and priories in Scotland.