3 February 2012

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Construction work on world class visitor centre to commence in summer 2012

1 February 2012

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Are you searching for the ultimate romantic venue to hold your wedding? Then look no further, as Edinburgh Castle is hosting a wedding open weekend on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th February from 11:00 to 4:00 pm.

30 January 2012

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Come to the magnificent setting of the Great Hall in Stirling Palace on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th February for a Taste of the Past. There will be special performances at 11:00 and 3:00 pm to show you how the Royals dined in Renaissance times.

26 January 2012

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Historic Scotland has launched a national drive to recognise and celebrate the young “Heritage Heroes” who give their time selflessly to protect, maintain and support the nation’s historic environment. In conjunction with the Young Scot scheme, the agency is asking people to nominate deserving youngsters for this prestigious award, which joins 12 other categories in the annual contest that culminates in a lavish prize-giving ceremony in April.

23 January 2012

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Urquhart Castle has welcomed its highest number of visitors in one season. The castle, on the banks of Loch Ness, saw 300,000 visitors go through its gates in the period from 1st April 2011 until 3rd January 2012, the highest number of visitors to ever visit the property. The figures have been driven by both walk up and trade visits, and the consolidation of a number of partnership led activities in the region.