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Guidebooks

Our official Historic Scotland souvenir guides are the perfect accompaniment when travelling to one of our many sites or for keeping memories alive after a Scottish trip. Listed below alphabetically find the guide you are looking for and learn the fascinating history behind each iconic location.
  • 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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  • Dunstaffnage Castle Guidebook

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    Dunstaffnage Castle has a lot of history to offer. One of Scotland’s oldest stone castles, it was built when Scotland and Norway were vying for pow...

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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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  • Elgin Cathedral Guide

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    Elgin Cathedral is one of Scotland’s most beautiful medieval buildings, and has provided inspiration for many artists. The imposing sandstone ruin ...

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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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  • Glenluce Abbey guide leaflet

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    The official visitors guide to Glenluce Abbey - English language edition. Founded after a local war by Roland, Lord of Galloway, Glenluce Abbey ena...

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  • Hackness Battery and Martello Tower guide leaflet

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

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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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    Holyrood Park Guidebook

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    New for 2023! The official souvenir Holyrood Park Guidebook including Arthur's Seat will help you explore the Park, identify its remarkable feature...

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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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  • Iona Abbey guide leaflet - Various Languages

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    The official visitor’s guide brings to life this sacred place for French, German, Spanish and Italian-speaking visitors. Iona is a name that will r...

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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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  • Kinneil House guide leaflet

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    The official visitors guide to Kinneil House - English language edition. Kinneil House was the country base for the powerful Hamilton family for 60...

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