Search results
Showing results for edinburgh
Historic places in and around Edinburgh
Find places to visit in and around Scotland's capital city.
Newly discovered Pictish stone to go on display
The stone, named the Ulbster 2 Stone, will be unveiled by Lord Thurso at an event this week.
See behind the scenes at the Engine Shed
See behind the scenes at the Engine Shed, Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre in Stirling.
Inspections begin at Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces
Inspections begin at Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces
New Duff House exhibition explores climate change and migration through wildlife
A new exhibition showcasing a series of artworks by prize-winning wildlife artist Derek Robertson is opening this week (Friday 20 October) at Duff House in Banff, Aberdeenshire.
Survey Seeks Feedback on Buildings at Risk Register
Views are sought on the Buildings at Risk Register - a tool that seeks to identify and secure a sustainable future for buildings at risk in Scotland.
New Scots audio guide at Linlithgow Palace
New Linlithgow Palace audio guide in Scots is the first of its kind.
New Scots lug-in guide at Lithgae Palace
Owersettin fur Scots speakers available fur the first time.
Piper Alpha Memorial and Memorial Garden recognised with designated status
The Memorial and Memorial Garden commemorating those who lost their lives in the Piper Alpha disaster have been recognised with designated status by Historic Environment Scotland (HES).
Statement from Alex Paterson
After over seven years as Chief Executive of Historic Environment Scotland (HES), Alex Paterson has made the decision to move on to new things and has resigned.
New manual for adapting heritage tourism in the face of climate change
Explore advice and practical guidance for heritage tourism businesses on climate change, developed by Historic Environment Scotland with VisitScotland.
Interim Chief Operating Officer appointed
Stephen Uphill appointed as the new interim Chief Operating Officer at HES
Iconic Glasgow restaurant could be recognised with listed status
We're proposing to list the Ubiquitous Chip in Glasgow’s west end at Category B
Heritage volunteering supports wellbeing, new research finds
Find out more about the data from our new survey which shows that heritage volunteering benefits volunteers, but highlights underfunding.
HES welcomes continued Scottish Government support
We warmly welcomed the Scottish Government’s continued support for the heritage sector, confirmed in today’s budget announcement.
Last chance to shape the future of Scotland’s heritage
We're urging people across Scotland to have their say on the future of its historically significant properties and collections, which they manage on behalf of the people of Scotland.