17 August 2007

Media Releases

“We’re going on a bat hunt! And you can come too!” That’s the open invitation from The Holyrood Park Ranger Service, which is hosting two special events for anyone who’s ever wanted to find out all about the wonderful world of bats.

13 August 2007

Media Releases

Who let the dogs out? That’s the question visitors to Holyrood Park will be asking themselves this weekend as Edinburgh’s largest and most popular green space becomes the venue on Sunday 19 August for the Holyrood Park Fun Dog Show. The family event, which takes place from 11.00am to 3.00pm, has been organised by the Holyrood Park Ranger Service.

8 August 2007

Media Releases

Arbroath Abbey is getting ready to strike a pose once more as Historic Scotland launches its annual photography competition. Local education and community groups are being invited to get behind the lens and take part in this popular project, now in its third year. The project will involve photography and darkroom workshops led by professional photographer, Malcolm Thomson. All entries will then be displayed in a special exhibition in November 2007.

31 July 2007

Media Releases

The legacy of one of Scotland’s most admired artists is assured as her work forms the centrepiece of new traditional skills training. Phoebe Anna Traquair was a leading contributor to the Arts and Crafts Movement and the multi-million pound restoration of her murals attracted interest from around the world.

24 July 2007

Media Releases

Three striking buildings have been given statutory protection following a review of the work of Scottish modernist architect Peter Womersley. High Sunderland, the Rig and the Garlton unit at Hermandflat Hospital have all been listed by Historic Scotland in recognition of their regional and national importance.