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Doors to historic sites across Scotland set to open next month

More than 30 historic seasonal sites across the country will reopen to visitors from Tuesday 1st April, as Historic Environment Scotland marks the start of its spring/summer season.

Doors to historic sites across Scotland set to open next month

Article Source: Historic Environment Scotland
Last Updated: 26 March 2025 12:58

Image Credit: Historic Environment Scotland

Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover or simply looking for a day out, Scotland’s history is ready to be discovered. From the ancient Broch of Gurness in Orkney – home to one of Scotland’s best-preserved Iron Age villages – down to Dundrennan Abbey in Dumfries where Mary, Queen of Scots spent her last hours in Scotland, there are historic sites spread throughout the entire country.

Craig Mearns, Director of Operations at HES, said: “The start of the new visitor season is always exciting. As the weather warms up, there’s no better time to step outside, experience Scotland’s natural beauty and get a closer look at our past. With castles, palaces, priories and brochs all reopening, everyone will find an aspect of Scottish heritage to enjoy.

“These sites are part of Scotland’s history and offer an incredible range of experience and understanding. Our monuments include safe havens for key historical figures, strategic fortresses, Hanoverian munitions factories and sites of ceremonial importance to ancient tribes. Each place tells a unique story, and we look forward to sharing them with people from across the world.”


Many sites will also be celebrating the onset of warmer weather with family-friendly events such as Easter Eggsplorer Trails. For a full list of events visit the HES website.

Visitors can find out more about sites reopening in their area on the HES website. Tickets are on sale now with a discount available for purchasing in advance.

Entry to sites and daytime events is free for Historic Scotland members. Members can also collect History Hunt Cards, a series of seven cards looking at the various types of sites including fortresses, settlements, and towers, when they visit staffed sites. A full set can be exchanged for a pin badge only available through the Hunt.

For further information or to become a member visit: alittlehistory.scot

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