DIVE INTO 2021...
…and celebrate Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters, with a year-long programme that highlights the remarkable elements of our beautiful landscape. From natural coasts, rivers and lochs to our industrial heritage such as canals and mills, Scotland’s coasts and waters have shaped our rich history through stories, culture, and a fascinating way of life.
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Get on board and read our blog posts related to Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters
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Online exhibition
Explore Scotland’s coastal places, discover life and work by the coast and see how our shores were defended and navigated over the centuries in our water themed online exhibiton
Scotland’s Coasts and Waters exhibitionBe inspired by some of our historic coastal and water sites across Scotland:
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