For information about sites closed due to conservation work, visit our page detailing the ongoing inspection programme and find out what sites have recently reopened on our History Awaits page. If you are planning a visit and are looking for more information on sites, you can find out more on our 'Visit a Place' page using the filters.
Follow us on Twitter @welovehistory and check the hashtag #HSclosure for short notice closures due to adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control.
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Historic Scotland@welovehistoryPlanning a visit to Dumbarton Castle? Due to routine maintenance works, there is currently no access to the Bower Battery, the two peaks of the rock & the Beak for the coming weeks. #HSclosure For more 👇 https://t.co/JeZQsISV8G
1 June 2023 - 17:19 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Yes, we plan to be open. You can always check #HSclosure or our app before travelling in case of unexpected closures.
1 June 2023 - 11:11 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Lochleven Castle will be closed today (Thursday 1 June) while we run some maintenance on the boats. We'll keep you posted on when sailings resume! #HSclosure
1 June 2023 - 10:09 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Reminder for Holyrood Park: The Broad Pavement & Duddignston Car Parks will be closed on Sun 4 Jun for the Race for Life event. There will be no vehicle access from the Causeway in Duddingston Village to the park (except for residents) & to the loop road. #Hsclosure @edintravel
1 June 2023 - 10:01 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Planning a visit to uncle Stanley Mills? Please note that Stanley Mills will open slightly later, at 10am, tomorrow and Friday (1&2 June). (Don't forget the Werther's Original 🍬) #HSclosure https://t.co/JS0JsZtwCP
31 May 2023 - 12:59 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
📣 Heads up for Holyrood Park From Mon 5 Jun, a section of the footpath behind Meadowbank Lodge to Lilyhill Gate will close for the coming weeks due to conservation work. You can still follow the pavement around the High Road & signs will be put in place. #HSclosure @edintravel
31 May 2023 - 10:01 -
Edinburgh Castle@edinburghcastlePlease note that the Royal Scots & Royal Regiment of Scotland Museum will be closed until 1.30pm tomorrow (Tues 30 May) due to a school visit. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. #HSclosure
29 May 2023 - 12:25 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Hi folks, Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces will remain closed today (Mon 29 May) as well due to staff illness. #HSclosure
29 May 2023 - 10:05 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
If you’re planning a visit to Stanley Mills tomorrow (Mon 29 May) please be aware that the site will be opening at the slightly later time of 10am #HSclosure
28 May 2023 - 20:13 -
Historic Scotland@welovehistory
Unfortunately the Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces in Kirkwall will be closed today #HSclosure
28 May 2023 - 10:26