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Kelso Abbey to re-open to visitors for the first time in five years
Kelso Abbey re-opens after the completion of essential conservation work.
Threave Castle interior reopens to visitors
The castle, which once belonged to the infamous Black Douglas family, is ready to reopen its doors
New Exhibition Showcases Drawings from our Archives
Doors open to a new exhibition exploring Scotland’s past through historic drawings of its buildings, artefacts and landscapes
Archive Talk Delves into Scotland's Sporting Past
Historic Environment Scotland is marking a summer of sport with a talk exploring Scotland’s sporting heritage
Making historic buildings fit for the future
New guidance to ensure safe conversions of traditional buildings.
Pilot fund launched to support Scotland's historic places of worship
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has announced a new pilot fund to help Scotland's listed places of worship carry out vital repairs and conservation work.
Hunterian Art Gallery and Mackintosh House proposed for listing at category A
HES launches a public consultation on proposals to list the Hunterian Art Gallery and Mackintosh House, designed by Sir William Whitfield for the University of Glasgow, at Category A.
Great Hall Reopens in MacLellan's Castle
Following the completion of essential conservation works at MacLellan's Castle, further areas of the Historic Scotland site have reopened to the public.
Explore our Archives and Library on BBC Two tonight
A House Through Time, which charts the history of 20-22 Calton Hill, includes a visit by host and historian Professor David Olusoga to HES’s archives
Argyll’s Lodging reopens for tours
A new tour at Argyll’s Lodging in Stirling allows visitors a glimpse into the home lives of Scotland’s historic noble families.
Scotland's heritage delivers benefits far beyond tourism, new evidence shows
Scotland's Historic Environment Audit 2026 highlights the contribution Scotland's historic environment makes to the economy, communities, wellbeing and sustainable places.
New Abbey Corn Mill back in operation
Visitors can once again see the 18th century mill in operation at New Abbey Corn Mill following the completion of essential conservation work
Departure of Historic Environment Scotland Chief Executive Officer
Statement on the departure of Chief Executive Officer Katerina Brown
Historic Environment Scotland appoints Interim Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer Stephen Uphill appointed to lead organisation as Interim Chief Executive Officer
Heritage organisations step up role in tackling Scotland's biggest challenges
National strategy review highlights growing role in climate action, regeneration, housing, community empowerment and economic development across Scotland.