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The Battle of Bannockburn experience puts you at the heart of the action so you can discover more about this crucial event in Scottish history.

Outside, the layout of the parkland around the centre allows visitors to appreciate the surrounding landscape and restored commemorative monuments, including the iconic statue of Robert the Bruce by Pilkington Jackson, cast in shimmering bronze.

Entry to the Battle of Bannockburn experience is by pre-booked time slots only.

*Bus services (51, 38 and 324) run from near...

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The Hill House is considered to be Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s domestic masterpiece. Commissioned by Glasgow book publisher Walter Blackie, up-and-coming architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh and artist Margaret Macdonald worked collaboratively to create almost everything you see here, from the building itself to the furniture and textiles.

Mackintosh was a revolutionary designer, but the materials and techniques at the cutting edge of architectural design in 1900 haven’t withstood a century of the west of Scotland’s harsh, wet weather...

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This exotic splash of wilderness is a Himalayan-style glen, set in the gentle hills of Argyll.
The sparkling waters of the Crarae Burn form the centrepiece for a woody paradise of rocky gorges, wooden bridges and thickets of maple, birch and evergreens, blending with sprays of flowers.

Crarae Garden was created in 1912 by Lady Grace Campbell, the aunt of intrepid plant hunter Reginald Farrer, who sourced trees and shrubs from China, Nepal and Tibet.

The garden hosts an amazingly varied collection of trees, some champions...

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Punches of colour, tasty vegetables and a succession of seasonal plants make this a classic garden with a vibrant feel. Geilston is typical of the small country estates on the banks of the Clyde, and has offered a tranquil haven for over 200 years. The kitchen garden springs to life in April and May.

Geilston is celebrated for its landscaping, which harmonises nature and cultivation. At the centre is the walled garden, dating back to 1797, dominated by a mammoth Wellingtonia tree. Be inspired by the 40m long herbaceous perennial border,...

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Admire the original fixtures and fittings, including the coal-fired kitchen range and listen for the gentle hiss of the working gaslights.

New for 2022! Look out for our archive sessions and mini talks, when you can go behind the scenes to have a look at some of our hidden treasures.

*It is approximately a 10-minute walk The Tenement House from the train station.*

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Teeming with history and surrounded by mountains, Brodick is every inch the quintessential island castle. The present building was fashioned in 1844, but the seat dates back centuries to when its strategic position overlooking the Firth of Clyde made Brodick a fortress to be reckoned with. The castle was the ancient seat of the Dukes of Hamilton and contains a fabulous collection of valuable artefacts.

Indoors, dark wood, heavy Victorian colours and sporting trophies hark back to an age of aristocratic leisure and luxury. After two years...

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Holmwood is a family home like no other in Glasgow. Located in the Southside of the city, it’s masterfully designed but surprisingly cosy, with grand imagination behind it.

Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson designed the house for paper magnate James Couper and his wife in 1857–8, and it’s widely regarded as this Scottish architect’s finest domestic creation. His stunning design legacy impresses at every turn.

Thomson’s penchant for Grecian styling and symmetry is found throughout Holmwood, where the bold opulent decoration echoes the...

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Surrounded by mountains on the shores of Loch Shiel, Glenfinnan Monument is a Highland gem and a tranquil spot from which to imagine the day when one of the most important events in Scottish history began here: the 1745 Jacobite Rising.
Eight months before the Battle of Culloden, 1,200 Highlanders gathered in Glenfinnan to pledge their allegiance to Prince Charles Edward Stuart. After raising the royal standard (flag) and sharing a brandy, they set off on a fateful campaign to regain the British throne for a Stuart king.

In 1815, the...

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At this traditional Kilbarchan weaver’s cottage we’ll transport you back to a time when hand-woven textiles were the pride of Scotland’s weaving industry.

Weaver’s Cottage vividly re-creates the living and working conditions of a typical handloom weaver. With low ceiling beams and period furniture, it helps give an insight into life before the Industrial Revolution.

Today, the weavers specialise in making tartan on a 200-year-old loom.
The property has an attractive garden, where traditional dye plants including woad and...

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Wander through wild meadows and woodland and bring your own nets and try some pond dipping from the platform.

*From the train station, walk 2 minutes to Whitehill Gardens and get the number 30 bus (Musselburgh) to Rothesay Place, from here its a 10 minute walk to Inveresk Lodge Garden.*

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* Dome experience is subject to availability, you can pre-book the Discovery Dome visit by contacting us on 01382 309060 or on arrival. Offer is not valid in conjunction with any other offers.

Made in Dundee - Designed for Adventure. Go on a voyage of discovery with Captain Scott and his intrepid crew and step on board the first ship, designed to survive the freezing Antarctic conditions over 100 years ago.
It is a fully accredited museum with Recognised Collections of National Significance, has won numerous awards and is a 5-star...

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With stunning vistas overlooking Montrose Basin and set amid glorious gardens and woodland, House of Dun is every inch the perfect 18th-century laird’s home – and a fantastic day out for all the family. Built in 1743 to replace the medieval tower house that had been home to the Erskine family since 1375, the house is filled with treasures that tell the stories of the people who lived here.

*From Montrose station catch the number 30 to House of Dun Road End*