Properties and Public Membership
Historic Scotland has direct responsibility for maintaining and running over 360 monuments in its care, about a quarter of which are manned and charge admission entry. These properties have additional features such as guidebooks, books and other resources, published by HMSO or private publishing companies. Since its inception it has increased the number of events run at its sites, most frequently designed to engage young people with history. Similarly, new museums and visitor centres have been opened, notably at Arbroath Abbey and Urquhart Castle. There is also a hospitality section, which makes some properties available for wedding receptions and other functions.
Notable properties include:
- Edinburgh Castle
- Stirling Castle
- Urquhart Castle
- Linlithgow Palace
- Caerlaverock Castle
- Skara Brae
- Jarlshof
Membership to Historic Scotland is promoted by the organisation, with benefits such as free entry to all their properties free of charge for the duration of the annual membership, as well as entry to properties in England (under the care of English Heritage) and Wales (under the care of Cadw) for half price in their first year and free for subsequent years. Life memberships are also available. It publishes a quarterly magazine for use of members.
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