24 March 2009

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Enjoy a cracking day out at one of Scotland's most famous strongholds. This Easter, enjoy an afternoon of family fun and Renaissance revelry at one of Scotland's best-loved castles. On Saturday 11th April, from noon to 4pm, visitors to Edinburgh Castle will be treated to a variety of 16th century-themed entertainment staged by a colourful ensemble cast. And with everything included in the normal admission price to the castle, it's an afternoon out offering great value.

17 March 2009

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Mike Russell MSP, Minister for Culture, External Affairs and the Constitution, visited Melrose Abbey today as part of his familiarisation of Historic Scotland, an agency now under his wing following a recent cabinet reshuffle. Historic Scotland, charged with safeguarding the nation’s built heritage and promoting its understanding and enjoyment, care for Melrose Abbey. The Abbey is one of their top ten visitor attractions, welcoming over 45,000 visitors a year, and sitting as a key part of the Borders tourism industry.

16 March 2009

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Culture Minister Michael Russell today announced that St Andrew’s Cathedral in Glasgow will be awarded £500,000 to repair the historic building and improve access.

13 March 2009

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One of Scotland’s leading jewellery designers, Sheila Fleet, is launching her latest collection at Edinburgh Castle - in perfect time for Mother’s Day. The Tidal range by Sheila Fleet Orkney Designer Jewellery will go on sale in the castle’s Crown Gift Shop on Saturday 21st March, when from 10am to 5pm visitors will have a chance to meet Sheila and chat to her about her work.

13 March 2009

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Historic Scotland has appointed Barbara Cummins to lead it’s Development Assessment Team which advises on Development Planning, Strategic Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Assessments. She joins after 12 years at the City of Edinburgh Council where most recently she oversaw the Listed Buildings and a Major Projects Teams. Barbara is a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute and recently gained an MBA from Edinburgh University.