Limited Edition ‘Defender of the Nation’ Whisky Launched
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Limited Edition ‘Defender of the Nation’ Whisky Launched
11th May 2026Only 232 bottles made exclusive to Historic Scotland A limited‑edition whisky celebrating the mighty fortress of Edinburgh Castle is available to purchase from Stor.scot, Historic Scotland’s online shop, and in person at the Edinburgh Castle Whisky and Finest Food Shop. The Defender of the Nation has been distilled at the Tamdhu Distillery in Speyside. The whisky matured for 17 years…
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Doors reopening to historic sites across Edinburgh and the Lothians for the summer season
30th March 2026Cairnpapple Hill, Seton Collegiate Church, Torphichen Preceptory and Trinity House will reopen to visitors from Wednesday 1 April, as Historic Environment Scotland (HES) kicks off the start of its spring/summer season. Cairnpapple Hill is one of Scotland’s best-known prehistoric sites, with evidence of human activity on the hill dating back over 5,500 years. The site will be open from 10am to…
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See behind the scenes as Edinburgh Castle’s Crown Room gets a right royal makeover
26th March 2026Work is progressing on redevelopment of the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle, the historic home of the Crown, Sword and Sceptre which make up the Honours of Scotland. Since the Crown Room closed its vault doors in January, significant refurbishment has been underway to enhance the display of the Honours.…
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Castle of Light offers special £10 tickets for spectacular closing night
19th December 2025As Castle of Light: Fire and Ice prepares to draw its sixth dazzling season to a close, visitors are being invited to experience the award-winning after-dark event at Edinburgh Castle one final time, with a special £10 ticket available for the final night (Sunday 4 January 2026). Illuminating the capital’s…
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Photography competition to kick off 30th birthday celebrations for Capital’s World Heritage Site
15th December 2025The winner of the competition, which is run by Edinburgh World Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland, and the City of Edinburgh Council, will receive a year’s membership to Historic Scotland Residents and visitors are invited to enter a photography competition, launched today (Friday 12 December), to celebrate Edinburgh’s 30 years on…
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Edinburgh Castle unveils this year’s Christmas tree
15th December 2025Decorated by staff, the Christmas tree at Edinburgh Castle is ready to give visitors a festive welcome in the Great Hall. This year’s Christmas tree features decorations handmade by Edinburgh Castle Staff, adding a personal touch to the festive cheer.
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Mons Meg passes her MOT, 550 years after her first battle
14th November 2025Aerial condition check of one of the world’s most well-known medieval cannons shows that she is still being well-conserved Historic Environment Scotland (HES), working with conservators from AOC Archaeology and the Royal Armouries, has undertaken a condition check of the extensive conservation works that Mons Meg underwent ten years ago.…
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HES publishes decision not to list Brunton Hall in Musselburgh
13th November 2025Site will not be listed due to advanced stage of development proposals Following an assessment of the building informed by public consultation, Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has concluded that the Brunton Hall civic centre complex in Musselburgh is of special interest for listing, but that development proposals are too far…
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Over 400 years since the Gunpowder Plot, James VI and I lives on
4th November 2025The monarch’s portrait at Edinburgh Castle will go back on display on 5 November after conservation Conservators from Historic Environment Scotland (HES) have been carrying out painstaking conservation work of a portrait of James VI of Scotland, the only monarch to be born at Edinburgh Castle. The painting of James…
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Edinburgh Castle ignites excitement for Castle of Light: Fire and Ice with special St Andrew’s Day ticket offer
3rd November 202510-year-old Brooke enjoyed an exclusive tour from Castle of Light’s enchanting Ice Queen this week, catching a first glimpse at the dazzling displays set to transform Edinburgh Castle after dark as the UK’s largest annual projection show prepares to open later this month. Illuminating the capital’s skyline for a sixth…
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