Historic Environment Scotland | Àrainneachd Eachdraidheil Alba
WEB5 days ago · Castle of Light spectacular returns to Edinburgh Castle. Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body established to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment. Browse the website today, or contact us to learn more.
Calanais Standing Stones | Historic Environment Scotland | HES
WEBWalk among the megaliths at one of Scotland’s most magnificent and best-preserved Neolithic monuments. The Calanais Standing Stones are an extraordinary cross-shaped setting of stones erected 5,000 years ago. They predate England’s famous Stonehenge monument, and were an important place for ritual activity for at least 2,000 years.
Visit a Place | Lead Public Body for Scotland's Historic Environment
WEBAudio Guides. Listen to gripping tales from Scotland's history with our audio guides. From castles to prehistoric monuments, we look after more than 300 properties, ranging from prehistoric villages to grand castles, making for a great day out. Adventure awaits!
Explorer Pass | Lead Public Body for Scotland's Historic Environment
WEBPrices. Our Explorer Pass is the perfect way to dive into Scotland’s fascinating history and heritage and explore many of our properties. The pass is valid for 14 consecutive days. The pass includes entry to Edinburgh, Stirling and Urquhart Castles, Skara Brae, and Fort George. The number of Explorer Passes is limited.
Stirling Castle | Historic Environment Scotland
WEBStirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story. The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified since ancient times. Generations of Scottish monarchs have enlarged, adapted and embellished Stirling Castle.
Stirling Castle: History | Historic Environment Scotland
WEBHistory. Stirling Castle has been likened to ‘a huge brooch clasping Highlands and Lowlands together’. From high on a volcanic outcrop, the castle guarded the lowest crossing point of the River Forth for centuries. Today it remains a great symbol of Scottish independence and national pride. The castle’s long, turbulent history features:
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WEBAlternatively you will need to contact [email protected] or call 0131 668 8999, and we can arrange for a replacement card and an email confirmation which can be used straightaway. Unfortunately, we are unable to guarantee entry if you do not have a valid membership card/email confirmation.
Explore our sites by region | Historic Environment Scotland | HES
WEB0131 668 8600. Contact us. Historic Environment Scotland Head offices: Longmore House. Salisbury Place. Edinburgh. EH9 1SH. John Sinclair House. 16 Bernard Terrace.
Overview - historicenvironment.scot
WEBOverview. See for yourself why Elgin Cathedral earned the name the ‘Lantern of the North’. Even as a ruin, the cathedral shines out as one of Scotland’s most ambitious and beautiful medieval buildings.
Linlithgow Palace | Public Body for Scotland's Historic Environment
WEBPlan your visit. The King’s Bed Chamber, Court Kitchen and North Range are closed. Book tickets. If you are a Member your ticket will be free. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits Standard Admission, Member & Explorer Pass Tickets Partner Organisation Tickets Partner organisations include, English Heritage, Cadw and Manx …