26 November 2007

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Some of the most famous historic buildings in Scotland are set to benefit from a new grants scheme. The Maintenance Plan Grants scheme, funded by Historic Scotland and developed in conjunction with the Historic Houses Association for Scotland, will enable owners of the country’s most impressive properties to develop vital repairs programmes.

21 November 2007

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Winter is certainly upon us, and as you turn up the central heating, spare a thought for the birds and wildlife braving the unforgiving temperatures of the great outdoors.

21 November 2007

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The sturdy and impressive north range of Newark Castle has held the worst of Scottish weather at bay for over 400 years. But archaeologists suspect its roof timbers may come from an even earlier building.

19 November 2007

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This year, Historic Scotland is offering the perfect Christmas gift for whisky lovers with two Dallas Dhu single malts. But anyone who wants them will have to be quick as they are limited editions which are expected to be highly sought after by collectors.

16 November 2007

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Historic Scotland’s Ranger Service is inviting volunteers to come along this Sunday, 18 November 2007 and help out with its important work around the Peel, the Royal Park beside the magnificent Linlithgow Palace. The volunteers, who must be 16 or over, will be getting involved in a range of tasks such path building, grassland work and hedge and tree planting.