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Sundials, fountains and glasshouses: three gems you might find in Scotland’s historic gardens
Wednesday 2 June 2021
We’ve all got to know our local green spaces pretty well lately. But there are still hidden gems out there in Scotland’s landscapes for you to uncover. Here we take a look at glasshouses, fountains and sundials.
Down to Earth: Scotland’s Earth Building Past and Future
Wednesday 21 April 2021
When thinking about Scotland’s historic places, stone might be the first ancient building material that comes to mind. Scotland’s traditional...
A Spotter’s Guide: Scotland’s Historic High Streets
Thursday 25 March 2021
We all have memories connected to our high streets. But our high streets are more than just our memories. In this blog, take a trip down Scotland’s historic high streets and learn how to spot the historic features that make traditional shopfronts so special.
A day in the life of a conservation scientist
Thursday 11 February 2021
What is a conservation scientist? What do they do? And how do they do it? Sarah Hamilton is one of four scientists based at our conservation centre in Stirling and is here to help you find out! Read on to learn about everything from analysing some of the most spectacular and rare fossils in the British Isles, to data processing from the kitchen table...
9 easy ways to save energy in an older home or building
Thursday 28 January 2021
Older homes are considered hard to heat. But with simple changes to your home and your behaviour, you can save energy with little to no cost. These top tips from our Senior Technical Officer Lila Angelaka are easy ways to save energy in your older home.
Exploring tenement building details: a walk around Edinburgh
Tuesday 22 December 2020
Scottish tenements boast many beautiful details. Take a tenement tour around Edinburgh and discover some of the unique flourishes that make these buildings so special.
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The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.
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