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Historic Environment Policy for Scotland

We collectively have a duty of care for our historic environment. This Policy outlines how we should undertake this duty whenever a decision in the planning system will affect Scotland's historic environment.

Historic Environment Policy for Scotland Consultation Report

Building upon the findings of the What’s Your Heritage? project, this report outlines the findings of the consultation exercise on the draft Historic Environment Policy for Scotland (HEPS).

Historic Environment Scotland Circular

Regulations and Procedures

This document explains the functions of Historic Environment Scotland in relation to the planning system, designations and consents.

Historic Environment Scotland: Organisational and Cultural Review

Independent report by David Martin, commissioned by the HES Board.

Historic Land-use Assessment of Scotland 1996-2015

A detailed examination of past land-use in Scotland and of the building-blocks that together make up our present-day landscapes.

Historic Landuse Assessment

Results of a two year project involving the development of Historic Landuse Assessment for areas in Scotland.

Historic Scotland Annual Report 2014-15

A summary of Historic Scotland's activities over 2014-15

Historic Scotland Traditional Building Materials Conference 1997

Papers on the value of traditional building materials and techniques and promoting the use of Scottish resources.

Historic Scotland on screen map

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

Holm of Papa Westray Statement of Significance

Document outlining the significance of Holm of Papa Westray, including key features which make it special.

Holm of Papa Westray Stonework Survey 2018

An interpretive record of survey work undertaken within the chambered cairn of Holm of Papa Westray South, focussing on the Neolithic carvings and other examples of internal surface decoration.