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Thanks for checking out the latest news from the Bannockburn House Trust. Here you will find the latest blogs from the gardening, history and operations teams and any news updates for the project. We encourage our volunteers to write blogs for the website and would be delighted to hear from you if you volunteer and would like to write a blog for us. Email [email protected].
Latest News
Clearing the ceders
by Web Admin | 20 June 2023 | Latest News | 0 Comments
Working on the south lawn, Clearing up the cedar trunks. The volunteers have been busy clearing up the felled cedar in the garden. Cairn is a regular steward at our Paranormal evenings and also a qualified arborist. We also have Paul, Willie, Chrissie,...
Tales of Tartan Volume 3
by Web Admin | 24 May 2023 | Events, History, Latest News | 0 Comments
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE TARTAN AND ITS CONNECTIONS TO BANNOCKBURN HOUSE! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To celebrate we’re...
Bannockburn House on Tour – Japenese Garden at Cowden
by Web Admin | 6 May 2023 | Gardens, Latest News | 0 Comments
Visiting the Japanese GardenRecently, Bannockburn House played host to team members from The Japanese Garden at Cowden for a tour of our House and Garden. Last week we were given the opportunity to take part in a reciprocal visit to the Japanese Garden for a guided...
Tales of Tartan – Volume 2
by Web Admin | 5 May 2023 | Events, History, Latest News | 0 Comments
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE TARTAN AND ITS CONNECTIONS TO BANNOCKBURN HOUSE! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To kick off this fantastic...
Challenging Times for Bannockburn House Trust
by Web Admin | 3 May 2023 | Latest News | 0 Comments
Challenging Times for Bannockburn House TrustWe have recently been informed that we were unsuccessful with an application for core funding from the Scottish Government. This news, unfortunately, means that we have had to say goodbye to some members of staff. Jim...
Tales of Tartan – Volume 1
by Web Admin | 16 April 2023 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
We are excited to announce a very special event to celebrate tartan and its connections to Bannockburn House! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To kick off this fantastic...
Come visit a historic gem, book on to a tour.
by Web Admin | 4 February 2023 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
Our Tours are now available to book from April 2nd. Available dates are 2nd April, 7th May , 4th June, 2nd July, 3rd September, 1st October Check out our events page or click on our booking page directly to get your ticket
Stirling Council invests £600K in community projects as it celebrates local hero who made his mark in San Francisco
by Web Admin | 13 January 2023 | Latest News | 0 Comments
Stirling Council has allocated an investment of £600,000 in community-led projects on the anniversary of one of Bannockburn’s most famous sons. Four projects across the area will receive awards ranging from £25,000 to £300,000 to support regeneration and economic...
Invitation to Tender- City Deal Green Book Business Case
by marketing | 5 August 2022 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
Bannockburn House Trust Invitation to Tender City Deal Green Book Business Case Bannockburn House Trust (BHT) is a Scottish Charity which owns an historic 30-acre estate to the south of Stirling. It is preparing a bid for City Deal finance and requires a...
BANNOCKBURN HOUSE RETURNS TO ITS TARTAN ROOTS
by marketing | 1 August 2022 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
A month-long celebration of all things tartan will take place in Stirling this August, marking 200 years since a ‘ban’ on traditional Highland dress was lifted by King George IV. Tartan Fest celebrations will kick off on Saturday 6 August with a two-day...
Garden blog
Summer’s lease hath all too short a date
by Web Admin | 28 August 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Summer’s lease hath all too short a date. As August draws to an end I find myself wondering where the month has gone and what lies ahead. As Shakespeare says, “Summer’s lease hath all too short a date”. Schools are back, children have swapped toys and the...
Cats and Commas
by Web Admin | 30 July 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Cats and CommasScotland’s year of climate anomalies seems to be continuing with each successive month breaking another record as the hottest, wettest or the windiest since records began. June 2023 was the hottest ever on record for the UK, it was drier than average...
Flaming June
by Web Admin | 29 June 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Flaming JuneFor the past two months we have been experiencing a long, dry spell of beautiful, sunny weather but can you have too much of a good thing? Is the climate changing? It is interesting how quickly we forget the conditions experienced in previous years and how...
It’s Swarm Season
by Web Admin | 14 June 2023 | Apiary, Gardens | 0 Comments
A Swarm in June is worth a Silver SpoonIt’s swarm season which (apart from the sticky mess of extracting honey) is what beekeepers live for. It’s so much fun!Colony numbers have expanded rapidly since April so that the foraging force will be at its peak by the time of...
Apiary Visit from Dunblane and Stirling Beekeepers’ Association
by Web Admin | 5 June 2023 | Apiary, Gardens | 0 Comments
Apiary Visit This weekend the Apiary Team hosted a visit for Dunblane and Stirling Beekeepers’ Association members. The association has been instrumental in helping to get the Bannockburn House Apiary set up. All Apiary Team members attend the Winter beginners’...
Ne’er cast a cloot till May is oot.
by Web Admin | 26 May 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Ne’er cast a cloot till May is oot.I love Scotland at this time of year as the countryside is clothed with blossom and wildflowers. The grass has grown tall and gently ripples in the breeze, the bank is covered in an ethereal swathe of ‘Queen Anne’s Lace’ (so called...
Bannockburn House on Tour – Japenese Garden at Cowden
by Web Admin | 6 May 2023 | Gardens, Latest News | 0 Comments
Visiting the Japanese GardenRecently, Bannockburn House played host to team members from The Japanese Garden at Cowden for a tour of our House and Garden. Last week we were given the opportunity to take part in a reciprocal visit to the Japanese Garden for a guided...
April’s garden blog – Potatoes galore
by Web Admin | 30 April 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
This has been a cold SpringThis has been a cold Spring and although we have had a few warm, sunny days, the consistently low night-time temperatures we have been experiencing have really held things back. While light is an important factor for some seeds to germinate,...
March’s garden blog – Spring will be a little late this year
by Web Admin | 31 March 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
This has been a cold SpringThis has been a cold Spring and although we have had a few warm, sunny days, the consistently low night-time temperatures we have been experiencing have really held things back. While light is an important factor for some seeds to germinate,...
February garden update no more larch
by Web Admin | 28 February 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
As months go, February sees quite a change. On the first day, here in Stirling, sunrise was at 8.12 a.m. and sunset was at 16.47, a day length of 8 hours and 35 minutes; now, on February 28th, sunrise is 7.11 a.m. and sunset is at 17.47 a day length of 10 hours and 36...
History Blog
Redding Pit Disaster in Falkirk
by Web Admin | 25 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
Today marks the centenary of the Redding Pit Disaster in Falkirk. This was one of the worst accidents in Scottish Mining History, where 40 men tragically lost their lives when the Redding Pit flooded and 66 miners were trapped underground. An account of the disaster...
Stained Glass Memories part 4
by Web Admin | 21 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
This is the Fourth part of a four-part blog. The first instalment for this can be found here. The second instalment can be found here. The third instalment of this blog can be found here.Stained Glass Memories’ in Airdrie continued‘Flowerhill Parish Church, Airdrie...
Stained Glass Memories Part 3
by Web Admin | 14 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
This is the Third part of a four-part blog. The first instalment for this can be found here. The second instalment can be found here.‘Stained Glass Memories’ in AirdrieAirdrie Library – memorial window installed 1893 Situated in the stairwell of Airdrie Library in...
Stained Glass Memories Part 2
by Web Admin | 7 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
This is the second part of a four-part blog. The first instalment for this can be found here.‘Stained Glass Memories’ in Glenmavis New Monkland Parish Church, in Glenmavis, Airdrie – memorial window installed 1924. The Church of New Monkland in Airdrie has been...
BANNOCKBURN HOUSE – Stained Glass Memories part 1
by Web Admin | 31 August 2023 | History | 0 Comments
Join us in this 4-part blog series and peel back the layers of history and artistry, as we unlock the grace of one of the families that lived in Bannockburn House. The Mitchell family, Showing their commissioned stained-glass windows. With each pane, we discover the...
Tales of Tartan Volume 3
by Web Admin | 24 May 2023 | Events, History, Latest News | 0 Comments
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE TARTAN AND ITS CONNECTIONS TO BANNOCKBURN HOUSE! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To celebrate we’re...
Tales of Tartan – Volume 2
by Web Admin | 5 May 2023 | Events, History, Latest News | 0 Comments
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE TARTAN AND ITS CONNECTIONS TO BANNOCKBURN HOUSE! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To kick off this fantastic...
St Ninian Clock Tower Event Sunday 29th January 2023
by Web Admin | 28 January 2023 | Events, History | 0 Comments
Come to St. Ninians Church Hall for an afternoon of history and a guided walk and talk around the clock tower that exploded during January when the Jacobites were based in Stirling, led by Dr. Murray Cook. On the day, refreshments are also available. The tickets can...
A famous Son coming back home
by Web Admin | 16 January 2023 | History | 0 Comments
John McLaren, Horticulturalist, born in Bannockburn, started his gardening career at Bannockburn House before he eventually emigrated to America. This is an information panel talking about his documented journey back home to Bannockburn and other places around the...
Battle of Sheriffmuir
by Web Admin | 26 November 2022 | Events, History | 0 Comments
Battle of Sheriffmuir Written by Liam McDermott - History Group The 13th November is an important date within the Jacobite Calendar as this year it commemorates the 307th anniversary of the Battle of Sheriffmuir. Pictured above: Depiction of the Battle of...
Events Blog
Tales of Tartan Volume 3
by Web Admin | 24 May 2023 | Events, History, Latest News | 0 Comments
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE TARTAN AND ITS CONNECTIONS TO BANNOCKBURN HOUSE! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To celebrate we’re...
Tales of Tartan – Volume 2
by Web Admin | 5 May 2023 | Events, History, Latest News | 0 Comments
WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE A VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE TARTAN AND ITS CONNECTIONS TO BANNOCKBURN HOUSE! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To kick off this fantastic...
Tales of Tartan – Volume 1
by Web Admin | 16 April 2023 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
We are excited to announce a very special event to celebrate tartan and its connections to Bannockburn House! On June 25th we will be hosting talks by world-renowned experts in tartan and historical dress, Peter MacDonald and Rebecca Olds. To kick off this fantastic...
Come visit a historic gem, book on to a tour.
by Web Admin | 4 February 2023 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
Our Tours are now available to book from April 2nd. Available dates are 2nd April, 7th May , 4th June, 2nd July, 3rd September, 1st October Check out our events page or click on our booking page directly to get your ticket
St Ninian Clock Tower Event Sunday 29th January 2023
by Web Admin | 28 January 2023 | Events, History | 0 Comments
Come to St. Ninians Church Hall for an afternoon of history and a guided walk and talk around the clock tower that exploded during January when the Jacobites were based in Stirling, led by Dr. Murray Cook. On the day, refreshments are also available. The tickets can...
Battle of Sheriffmuir
by Web Admin | 26 November 2022 | Events, History | 0 Comments
Battle of Sheriffmuir Written by Liam McDermott - History Group The 13th November is an important date within the Jacobite Calendar as this year it commemorates the 307th anniversary of the Battle of Sheriffmuir. Pictured above: Depiction of the Battle of...
Invitation to Tender- City Deal Green Book Business Case
by marketing | 5 August 2022 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
Bannockburn House Trust Invitation to Tender City Deal Green Book Business Case Bannockburn House Trust (BHT) is a Scottish Charity which owns an historic 30-acre estate to the south of Stirling. It is preparing a bid for City Deal finance and requires a...
BANNOCKBURN HOUSE RETURNS TO ITS TARTAN ROOTS
by marketing | 1 August 2022 | Events, Latest News | 0 Comments
A month-long celebration of all things tartan will take place in Stirling this August, marking 200 years since a ‘ban’ on traditional Highland dress was lifted by King George IV. Tartan Fest celebrations will kick off on Saturday 6 August with a two-day...
Work Experience at Bannockburn House
by marketing | 17 June 2022 | Events | 0 Comments
An exclusive look at the breath-taking Bannockburn House. Nestled outside Stirling in beautiful woodland and exquisite gardens stands a magnificent 17th Century mansion with a rich, colourful history. Now owned by the local community this enchanting building holds...
Visit from MP and MSP to Bannockburn House
by marketing | 4 March 2022 | Events | 0 Comments
On Friday 4th March Bannockburn House had the pleasure of hosting MP Alyn Smith, MSP Evelyn Tweed and Cllr Alasdair MacPherson to discuss our plans. We briefly discussed our recent achievements from our huge volunteer led gardening, construction and wall work...
Bee Keepers Blog
It’s Swarm Season
by Web Admin | 14 June 2023 | Apiary, Gardens | 0 Comments
A Swarm in June is worth a Silver SpoonIt’s swarm season which (apart from the sticky mess of extracting honey) is what beekeepers live for. It’s so much fun!Colony numbers have expanded rapidly since April so that the foraging force will be at its peak by the time of...
Apiary Visit from Dunblane and Stirling Beekeepers’ Association
by Web Admin | 5 June 2023 | Apiary, Gardens | 0 Comments
Apiary Visit This weekend the Apiary Team hosted a visit for Dunblane and Stirling Beekeepers’ Association members. The association has been instrumental in helping to get the Bannockburn House Apiary set up. All Apiary Team members attend the Winter beginners’...
Construction Blog
Redding Pit Disaster in Falkirk
by Web Admin | 25 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
Today marks the centenary of the Redding Pit Disaster in Falkirk. This was one of the worst accidents in Scottish Mining History, where 40 men tragically lost their lives when the Redding Pit flooded and 66 miners were trapped underground. An account of the disaster...
Stained Glass Memories part 4
by Web Admin | 21 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
This is the Fourth part of a four-part blog. The first instalment for this can be found here. The second instalment can be found here. The third instalment of this blog can be found here.Stained Glass Memories’ in Airdrie continued‘Flowerhill Parish Church, Airdrie...
Stained Glass Memories Part 3
by Web Admin | 14 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
This is the Third part of a four-part blog. The first instalment for this can be found here. The second instalment can be found here.‘Stained Glass Memories’ in AirdrieAirdrie Library – memorial window installed 1893 Situated in the stairwell of Airdrie Library in...
Stained Glass Memories Part 2
by Web Admin | 7 September 2023 | History | 0 Comments
This is the second part of a four-part blog. The first instalment for this can be found here.‘Stained Glass Memories’ in Glenmavis New Monkland Parish Church, in Glenmavis, Airdrie – memorial window installed 1924. The Church of New Monkland in Airdrie has been...
BANNOCKBURN HOUSE – Stained Glass Memories part 1
by Web Admin | 31 August 2023 | History | 0 Comments
Join us in this 4-part blog series and peel back the layers of history and artistry, as we unlock the grace of one of the families that lived in Bannockburn House. The Mitchell family, Showing their commissioned stained-glass windows. With each pane, we discover the...
Summer’s lease hath all too short a date
by Web Admin | 28 August 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Summer’s lease hath all too short a date. As August draws to an end I find myself wondering where the month has gone and what lies ahead. As Shakespeare says, “Summer’s lease hath all too short a date”. Schools are back, children have swapped toys and the...
Cats and Commas
by Web Admin | 30 July 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Cats and CommasScotland’s year of climate anomalies seems to be continuing with each successive month breaking another record as the hottest, wettest or the windiest since records began. June 2023 was the hottest ever on record for the UK, it was drier than average...
Flaming June
by Web Admin | 29 June 2023 | Gardens | 0 Comments
Flaming JuneFor the past two months we have been experiencing a long, dry spell of beautiful, sunny weather but can you have too much of a good thing? Is the climate changing? It is interesting how quickly we forget the conditions experienced in previous years and how...
Clearing the ceders
by Web Admin | 20 June 2023 | Latest News | 0 Comments
Working on the south lawn, Clearing up the cedar trunks. The volunteers have been busy clearing up the felled cedar in the garden. Cairn is a regular steward at our Paranormal evenings and also a qualified arborist. We also have Paul, Willie, Chrissie,...
It’s Swarm Season
by Web Admin | 14 June 2023 | Apiary, Gardens | 0 Comments
A Swarm in June is worth a Silver SpoonIt’s swarm season which (apart from the sticky mess of extracting honey) is what beekeepers live for. It’s so much fun!Colony numbers have expanded rapidly since April so that the foraging force will be at its peak by the time of...