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Over 20 of our staffed sites have now reopened and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is recommended to guarantee entry. Find out more and book now

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History Awaits!

Explore and plan your days out this winter

History to shout about

Now that lots of our sites are safely reopening, we’d love you to come visit!

Whether you want an educational escape or just a weekly wellbeing boost, there are so many benefits that come with a membership, for you and all the family.

When you arrive at any of our sites, we’ll need to work together to make sure we’re all following the rules and staying protected. So you know what to expect when you get here, we’ve laid out what the measures will be below.

Book ahead and check travel guidance

Booking in advance is recommended to guarantee entry. Before booking and making a journey to our sites, please visit the Scottish Government travel guidance to check for any travel restrictions.

Sites now open

We're pleased to announce that some of our sites are now open, with safety precautions in place. Booking in advance is recommended to guarantee entry.

What to expect from your visit

  • Signage is on site to guide visitors, this may include one-way systems and where areas of sites are closed
  • We have introduced enhanced cleaning measures to make visitors feel comfortable while visiting
  • In line with Scottish Government legislation and guidance, face coverings are now mandatory for all visitors 12 years and over in any indoor/enclosed spaces at our sites including retail and catering areas
  • Some of our cafés are re-opening, please respect the 1m social distancing whilst enjoying refreshments and wear face coverings when you are not seated at your table
  • We are partaking in NHS Scotland’s Test and Protect measures
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Over 200 of our un-ticketed sites are open

From standing stones to castle grounds, many of the sites in our care are now open to visit for free. Be sure to check a site has reopened before you travel.

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What you can do to help us

We want everyone to be able to enjoy our sites safely, and so we ask that you respect the following before and during your visit:

  • Booking in advance is recommended to guarantee entry. If you are a Member your ticket will be free, but please make an online booking to guarantee entry. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits historicenvironment.scot/membership
  • Plan ahead and check information on our website and social pages before you visit
  • Please don’t visit if you have Covid-19 symptoms
  • Please do not expect all facilities to be open immediately. Like many places, we have a phased approach to re-opening while we work to make them safe
  • Children must be supervised at all times
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Still have questions?

Take a look at our answers to some of the most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the reopening of our sites

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