27 April 2012

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Young people in Glenrothes are being asked to celebrate their town’s public art in a photo competition that will culminate in an exhibition in Rothes Halls this summer. Historic Scotland has recently recognised the importance of Glenrothes public art by listing several sculptures, and the agency has also produced a free downloadable booklet offering maps and trails.

25 April 2012

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Crossraguel Abbey has been presented with a plaque marking its association with the Cluniac Order. The abbey of Cluny in Burgundy was founded in 910 by Duke William of Aquitaine. Cluny soon became well-known for its reformed way of life and thus the Cluniac order was established.

25 April 2012

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Edinburgh Castle, Scotland’s number one paid for visitor attraction has unveiled a host of new hospitality and tourism offerings for 2012. During August, Historic Scotland and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo have joined together to offer a selection of unique hospitality options as the Tattoo hosts a celebration of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.

25 April 2012

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Historic Scotland is launching themed tours at a number of properties across its estate. The tours will run until September and participating sites include Arbroath Abbey, Dallas Dhu Distillery, Dirleton Castle, Huntingtower Castle and Skara Brae. The tours are designed to tie into key aspects of history from the sites’ past.

24 April 2012

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Work by Ross of Mull and Tobermory Brownies is to go on display in Iona, Bunessan and Tobermory. The girls who make up the two groups, aged 7-10, worked together to learn more about the history of the nunnery on Iona. Now their art work is on show at St Ronan’s Chapel on Iona for visitors to see.