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Scottish walkers mark five-year anniversary of Edinburgh's Radical Road closure

CAMPAIGNERS today marked the fifth anniversary of Edinburgh’s Radical Road closure with an urgent call for Historic Environment Scotland (HES) to…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish walkers up in arms over Edinburgh footpath shut for five years

Radical Road at foot of Arthur’s Seat, beside Holyrood Palace, was closed in 2018 after rock falls led to safety concerns

The Guardian - UK

Investigation launched as Saltire sprayed on Scottish monument

AN OLD Second World War building near Edinburgh that has been painted with a Saltire is to be investigated by Historic Environment Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

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Wreck of Glasgow-built steamship given protection by Historic Environment Scotland

The wreck of Europe’s first commercial steamship, said to be of “international significance”, has been designated as a scheduled monument by…

The National (Scotland)

Wreck of Europe’s first commercial steamship given protection

The Comet was built in the early 19th century.

The Independent UK

'Remove Nazi symbols from Edinburgh Castle displays', Culture Secretary told

SCOTLAND’S Culture Secretary has been asked to step in to remove “all Nazi insignia” from Edinburgh Castle ...

The National (Scotland)

Dumbuck House Hotel could be stripped of B-listed status amid demolition plans

Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is proposing to de-list the former Dumbarton hotel amid new plans to partially demolish the building.

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Edinburgh's 'secret' gay nightclub that was shut down by notorious city cop

A historic Edinburgh nightclub was once the target of a decorated Edinburgh policeman, in what he described as a ‘war on homosexuality’ where he made it his mission to expose the homosexual 'offences' going on inside.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Castle claps back at tourist who branded tour 'ridiculously expensive'

A visitor to Edinburgh Castle has said that their trip was extremely expensive and slammed the attraction for charging £3.50 for an audio guide tour on top of the entrance fee.

Edinburgh Live

Visitor to historic UK attraction slams its 'cash grab' £3.50 charge on entry

Edinburgh Castle has hit back at the criticism over the "ridiculously expensive" fee one tourist described they paid for extras, like an audio guide - and they left a scathing review on TripAdvisor

Daily Mirror

Edinburgh Castle hits back after tourist brands it 'ridiculously expensive' over £3.50 charge

A tourist who visited Edinburgh Castle earlier this month left a scathing online review that slammed it as a "cynical cash grab".

Daily Record

Call for "urgent action" to ensure Perthshire's Elcho Castle reopens to the public soon

Restrictions have been in place at Elcho Castle since January 2022

Daily Record

£1 entry to Scotland’s 600 historic sites for all Young Scot card holders this summer

National Trust for Scotland, Historic Environment Scotland and Historic Houses are taking part in the initiative.

Daily Record

Racial and homophobic slurs daubed on historic Kilwinning Abbey landmark

Specialist cleaning solution had to be used to prevent further damage at the site.

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Fireworks restrictions introduced over Stirling Castle after locals' anger following late-night display

The guidance was issued after a fireworks display at a private function caused major distress for residents in the area.

The Independent UK

Stone of Destiny back on display in Edinburgh Castle after King’s coronation

The historic artefact had been transported from Edinburgh to London for the coronation, but is now back in Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

Famous Glasgow landmark reopens after £3.05 million restoration

A Glasgow institution has finally reopened following the completion of a two-year restoration project.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow's only medieval castle located in a housing estate with spectacular views of the city

Situated on the fringes of a housing scheme in the south-west of the city there's an ancient castle that boasts some of the most amazing views over Glasgow. We take a look at the medieval Crookston Castle.

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Daily Record

The Scottish stone with 'Dobby lookalike' carving made 1,500 years before Harry Potter films

A photograph of an ancient carved stone slab with fascinating markings has been shared by Historic Environment Scotland, who noted its similarity to a famous Harry Potter character.

LiveScience

'Lost' 2nd-century Roman fort discovered in Scotland

Archaeologists have discovered the buried remains of a Roman fort along Scotland's ancient Antonine Wall.

LiveScience

Hidden symbols and 'anomalies' discovered in 800-year-old 'Stone of Destiny' to be used in Charles III's coronation

A new look at the 13th-century Stone of Destiny reveals mysterious markings and other 'anomalies' that previously went unnoticed.

The National (Scotland)

Historic fountain at Linlithgow Palace sprayed with graffiti

A HISTORIC fountain at Linlithgow Palace has been sprayed with graffiti and physically damaged.

Daily Record

Dumfries and Galloway community archaeology project enters final stages

The Can You Dig It programme has given people the chance to find out more about the archaeology and history of the Ken/Dee valley

Daily Record

Stone of Destiny reveals new secrets ahead of King Charles' Coronation

Historic Environment Scotland discovered Roman numerals carved into the Scone relic while carrying out cutting-edge research

Daily Record

Plans speeding ahead to give Livi Skatepark historic status

Historic Environment Scotland wants to hear from locals about what the world-famous venue means to them

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