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Historic Environment Scotland’s Statement of Public Task October 2024
Our Statement of Public Task
How to request information
Discover all the ways you can request information from us.
Intangible Cultural Heritage guidance
Guidance for applicants and grantees on funded Intangible Cultural Heritage projects, explaining what HES can support and how to apply and deliver work.
What is World Heritage?
Explore what it means to be a World Heritage Site and learn more about how these sites are managed.
Our role in planning
Read about how the historic environment is considered in the Scottish planning system and learn about our advisory role in planning.
How we support research
We provide a variety of resources for individuals and groups looking to research Scotland’s history and heritage.
Historic Environment Policy for Scotland
The historic environment matters us to all. This policy supports good decision making for Scotland's unique places.
Ring of Brodgar Stone Circle and Henge - History and stories
The Ring of Brodgar was one of the first places to be protected as a site of historical significance in the British Isles.
Aberlemno Sculptured Stones - History and stories
The four roadside stones were found in a nearby field. They have been moved to what may be their original sites.
Dun Carloway - History and stories
Dun Carloway was probably built in around 200 BC and may have been occupied by a local chief, as a symbol of status and to exert control over the local landscape and resources.
Arbroath Abbey - History and stories
William I – also known as William the Lion – founded the abbey in 1178. He asked the Tironensian monks from Kelso Abbey to establish the monastery.
Dundrennan Abbey - History and stories
A brief history of Dundrennan Abbey, which was home to a community of Cistercian monks for 400 years.
Newark Castle - History and stories
A brief history of Newark Castle, a rediscovered medieval treasure.
Cardoness Castle - History and stories
A brief history of Cardoness Castle, including the history of the McCulloch family.
Carsluith Castle - History and stories
A brief history of Carsluith Castle, its previous owners, construction, and Gilbert Broun, the last abbot of Sweetheart Abbey.