19 November 2008

Media Releases

Enjoy a special Christmas shopping night at Stirling Castle plus a free chance to see a magnificent hand woven tapestry.

12 November 2008

Media Releases

Historic Scotland in the running for prominent tourism prize. One of Historic Scotland’s most spectacular sites has been nominated for a prestigious Highlands and Islands Tourism award. The Broch of Gurness in Orkney has been shortlisted for the Customer Care Award and the winner will be announced at a glittering ceremony on 21 November.

12 November 2008

Media Releases

Culture Minister Linda Fabiani today (Wednesday, 12 November) welcomed international heritage delegates to Edinburgh. The Minister met with Dr Mechtild Rössler and Professor Manfred Wehdorn at the Parliament as the pair begin a visit to report on conservation within the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site for UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre next year.

10 November 2008

Media Releases

Advisers to UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee will visit Edinburgh between November 12 and 15. Dr Mechtild Rössler, Chief of Europe and North America at UNESCO’s the World Heritage Centre, and Professor Manfred Wehdorn of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) will be looking at developments in the city, and how they might affect the World Heritage Site, to report back to the committee in 2009.

6 November 2008

Media Releases

Looking for a really special gift for friends or family this Christmas? Why not choose the present which lasts all year, gives unlimited free access to a superb range of visitor attractions all over the country, and helps preserve our country’s heritage - membership of Historic Scotland. Membership can be bought for as little as £6.00 for families and £3.16 for individuals a month. This fantastic value for money is evident from the 11% rise in people signing up this year. In hard financial times, it is a brilliant solution for days out and weekend activities.