Books & Stationery

Craignethan Castle’s location was chosen for strategic reasons. Surrounded by steep gorges on three of its sides, the castle was spectacularly easy...

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

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...

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

The original practitioners guide based on stonecleaning research includes background on sandstone characteristics, the effects of soiling agents an...

The official vistors guide to Perthshire Churches - English language edition. Five of Scotland’s finest medieval churches stand in Perthshire, at D...

The official visitors guide to Hackness Battery and Martello Tower - English language edition. This coastal gun battery was built in 1813, when Bri...

The official souvenir guide for the fascinating Aberdour Castle. This remarkable castle is steeped in history — its oldest part was built around th...

Pack of 10 Stirling Castle Christmas cards. These charming Christmas cards have been exclusively designed for Stirling Castle. Wish your friends an...

In The Unremembered Places: Exploring Scotland's Wild Histories, learn that there are strange relics hidden across Scotland’s landscape. Forgotten ...

For generations in rural Scotland, many lived in ‘blackhouses’, which were long thatched constructions where man and beast lived together under the...

Turn back time and introduce little explorers to Scotland’s past through some of its most famous historical places with our Little Explorers Scotla...

The official vistors guide to Seton Collegiate Church - English language edition. This is one of Scotland’s finest surviving medieval churches, ori...

There was a Wee Lassie who swallowed a Midgie is a hilarious twist on a much-loved rhyme. The wee lassie swallows a succession of Scotland's favour...

In The Legend of the First Unicorn, it seems nothing can raise a smile from Prince Donald, not even the baker's treats or the bard's songs. Hana, t...

This official guide uncovers the rich history behind Balvenie Castle. It was first built by the powerful Comyn family in the 12th Century, but fell...

Discover religious power struggles in Scotland through the history of Spynie Palace. Mary, Queen of Scots visited the palace during her reign — but...

Read the official Arbroath Abbey Guidebook souvenir guide, detailing a location of great historical significance. Built in 1178 by King William the...

In Salt on Your Tongue: Women and the Sea, author Charlotte Runcie explores what the sea means to us, and particularly what it has meant to women t...

An illustrated guide to Scottish thatching traditions, demonstrating the diversity of materials used and offering advice on conservation, maintenan...

An illustrated guide to Scottish geology and stone working methods based on the British Geological Survey Photographic Archive of selected building...

The Colouring Book of Edinburgh is a unique Scottish colouring book suitable for adults as well as children featuring 23 of the festival city's mos...

In Photographing Scotland - A photo location and visitor guidebook, award winning photographer Dougie Cunningham takes you to the most photogenic l...