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UK Last Christmas Order Date: Wednesday 18th December
UK Last Christmas Order Date: Wednesday 18th December

Books & Stationery

Enjoy a selection of Books & Stationery about Scotland, or find the perfect gift for someone who loves Scottish history, culture or architecture. Every Book collection purchase helps us protect our historic places throughout Scotland.

 

Dumbarton Castle Guidebook

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Dumbarton Castle is built on a site that has been significant for over 1,500 years. Strategically placed on an outcrop of volcanic rock, it lies wh...

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Dunblane Cathedral Guidebook

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Dunblane Cathedral is a popular visitor attraction, and very much at the local community's heart. Explore the history of the cathedral across 32 il...

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Dundrennan Abbey Guidebook

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Dundrennan Abbey dates back to 1142, when it was founded by Fergus, Lord of Galloway. It was home to white-robed Cistercian monks, and two further ...

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Dunfermline Abbey and Palace Guidebook

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The abbey at Dunfermline has a vast history that stretches back to the 11th century. The site was first developed as a small priory, but was then e...

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Edinburgh Castle Guidebook

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Edinburgh Castle dominates the skyline, atop a rocky outcrop in the heart of Scotland’s capital. The official souvenir Edinburgh Castle Guidebook i...

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Edzell Castle Guidebook

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This official souvenir guide tells the story of Edzell Castle, a traditional 16th century tower-house. This structure saw very little fighting and ...

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Elcho Castle Guidebook

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This attractive, illustrated guide tells the history of Elcho Castle, and explains the origins of the castle’s owners. Elcho is a wonderfully prese...

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Fort George Guidebook

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Fort George is a fascinating feature of Moray Firth, still used by the British Army to this day. This fine example of military architecture was bui...

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Glasgow Cathedral Guidebook

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This engrossing official souvenir guide takes you to the beautifully preserved Glasgow Cathedral. Built in the late 12th century, this fine example...

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Hermitage Castle Guidebook

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On the Scottish-English border, Hermitage Castle occupied a crucial position for many years. This official souvenir guide provides authoritative in...

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Huntingtower Castle Guidebook

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Built in the 15th century, Huntingtower Castle has been home to fine art, unique architecture and high betrayal. This lavishly illustrated guide ex...

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Huntly Castle Guidebook

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In 1190, the earls of Fife built a stronghold to guard a river crossing from rival families. During its 400 year story the stronghold would become ...

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Inchcolm Abbey and Island Guidebookbook

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From Alexander the Fierce to World War Two, Inchcolm Abbey’s story is an amazing insight into Scotland’s history. Founded by the decree of a king s...

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Inchmahome Priory Guidebook

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As an English invasion loomed, young Mary Queen of Scots was rushed into hiding at Inchmahome Priory for her safety. Discover the same idyllic envi...

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Iona Abbey and Nunnery Guidebook

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From St Columba to the Protestant Reformation via Viking incursions, Iona Abbey’s story is told in this wonderful Iona Abbey and Nunnery Guidebook....

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Jarlshof Guidebook

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Jarlshof’s story stretches back thousands of years to ancient Scotland, and this illustrated guide explains the history of one of Scotland’s oldest...

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Jedburgh Abbey Guidebook

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Jedburgh Abbey stands as one of Scotland’s most elegant examples of 12th century architecture. Originally built by King David I, and restored by th...

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Kildrummy Castle and Glenbuchat Castle Guidebook

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One is a ruined but imposing stronghold, the other an attractive 16th century residence – and both share a history of revolt and uprisings. This il...

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Linlithgow Palace Guidebook

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Overlooking a tranquil loch and peel, and built in the renaissance style by successive generations of Stewart Kings, Linlithgow Palace holds a spec...

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Lochleven Castle Guidebook

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Built around 1300, Lochleven Castle is one of Scotland’s oldest stone strongholds. But the castle becomes a central location in Scottish history ov...

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MacLellan's Castle Guidebook

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Not all castles are built for defence. MacLellan’s castle, commissioned by Sir Thomas MacLellan in the late 1500s, is an example of reputation over...

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Melrose Abbey Guidebook

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Our official souvenir Melrose Abbey Guidebook tells the story behind the faded glories and ruined walls of the structure, illustrating the tale of ...

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Newark Castle Guidebook

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Beginning life as a medieval castle, before a Renaissance renovation and eventual abandonment as the Clyde’s shipyards encroached, Newark Castle is...

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Rothesay Castle Guidebook

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This guide to Rothesay Castle is the authority on this historic structure. It’s one of Scotland’s longest surviving stone castles. Visitors to this...

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