Bannockburn House Trust

09/06/2026

How lovely to see Bannockburn House with work well and truly underway! And in the sunshine! ☀

Why not come and learn more about our conservation project on Friday 19th June? Behind the Restoration is a full day of talks, workshops and demonstrations, giving you fascinating insight into one of the country's most ambitious community-led conservation projects. Sign up via https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/bannockburnhouse/?full-items=yes
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Just want to explore? We are open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for tours. Book online, but walk-ins also welcome!

Have a lovely day, from Bannockburn House Trust!

07/06/2026

We’re delighted to share that Bannockburn House was used as a filming location for BBC's Lucy Worsley Investigates: The American Revolution. It was a pleasure to welcome the team and support the production as they explored how the explosive break-up between Britian and America reshaped both sides of the Atlantic.

From Jacobite intrigue to American Revolutionaries, Bannockburn House does seem to attract history’s most interesting house guests.

BBC Studios Lucy Worsley BBC Two

UK viewers can watch via BBC iPlayer:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p0bvhjgp/lucy-worsley-investigates?seriesId=p0bvhjgp-structural-3-m002wmw6

For our US followers, look out for the series via PBS.

06/06/2026

Fantastic to have volunteers from Stirling Libraries and Archives for a tour and tea this week as part of
Wishing all volunteers a great weekend and thank you for all the hard work you do across the UK!

Volunteers' Week

05/06/2026

FINAL SPACES LEFT Behind the Restoration: Meet the Architect and Meet the Engineer, Friday 19 June

Join us for a special conservation networking day at Bannockburn House, generously funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, National Lottery players, and Historic Environment Scotland as part of our emergency works and conservation programme.

Behind the Restoration offers a unique opportunity to step inside one of Scotland’s most ambitious community-led conservation projects and meet the professionals helping to save Bannockburn House.

Throughout the day, guests will hear from the conservation architect, structural engineer, and other specialists involved in the project. Each will share how they have approached the challenges of working with a fragile Category A listed building, the decisions that shape emergency conservation work, and what it is like to build a career in heritage, architecture, engineering, and traditional skills.

Guests will also enjoy a guided Heritage Conservation Tour of Bannockburn House, exploring the building, its current condition, and the emergency works now underway. The tour will highlight how conservation professionals, volunteers, funders, and the wider community are working together to protect the house and bring its stories back to life.

Courtesy of Stirling City Heritage Trust, the day will also include live traditional skills demonstrations, giving guests the chance to see conservation trades in action and understand the specialist craft skills needed to care for historic buildings.

This is a rare chance to go behind the scenes, meet the people shaping the future of Bannockburn House, and discover how conservation happens in practice — from professional decision-making and structural challenges to hands-on heritage skills and community involvement.

Included in the day:
Breakfast, refreshments, lunch, professional talks, networking opportunities, traditional skills demonstrations, and a guided Heritage Conservation Tour of Bannockburn House.

Book via: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990860981789?aff=oddtdtcreator

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05/06/2026

Calling all local families, kids, and big kids! 📣 Come along for our volunteer-led community event on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June: The Woodland of Curiosity - where time has slipped and stories have tangled.

Follow the characters, solve the clues, and see if you can complete your quest to find the hidden Bonnie Prince. Along the trail, families will discover curious characters, woodland riddles, themed displays, games, and surprises inspired by a world where history has lost its way.

This family-friendly outdoor event is designed for children and grown-ups to enjoy together, with timed entry slots to help keep the experience safe, relaxed, and enjoyable for everyone.
🔗🎟 Book via https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1990890003594?aff=oddtdtcreator

Can't decide which day to attend? Well on Saturday, we'll also have Scotia's Warriors coming along to help search for the Prince, a Scottish historical group that endeavours to keep Scottish history alive. They'll be in full Jacobite dress and weaponry!
On Sunday, Celtic Spirit folk music duo will be enchanting the woodlands with their captivating harmonies in celebration of the spirit of Celtic music.

Now, what are you waiting for?

04/06/2026

Happy Volunteers' Week and thank you to all our incredible volunteers! We know there's more of you that do so much behind the scenes, and we're so grateful to all that you do. To all of you who were at the house yesterday, gardening in the rain and working hard in the shop, and being victim to the Operations & Engagement Manager's camera... you are stars! ⭐⭐⭐

Volunteers' Week

04/06/2026

Got weekend plans? 🤔

Why not come on a Heritage Conservation Tour of Bannockburn House on Saturday at 10:30am? It's just £5 if you live in a 3-mile radius!
Or why not spend your Sunday delving into the history of this local hidden gem, on a Guided Tour at 10:30, 12:00, 13:30, or 15:00? at £12.50 per person, or £5 for locals!
Add on a Garden Tour at 11:30 or 13:30 and enjoy tea and cake in our Victorian Dining Room too...
.. Weekend = sorted! ✅

03/06/2026

Our gardens are looking absolutely beautiful at the moment! Why not come on a Garden Tour at 11:30 or 13:30 this Sunday to explore?

Thanks to Garden Volunteer, Brian, for these photos during

02/06/2026

Our volunteers give so much to our organisation, without them we wouldn’t be able to do what we do! From our incredible garden team, events team, our talented shop team and crafters, our volunteers that make our visitor experience and events possible, and work on the maintenance of Bannockburn House itself, thank you to each and every one of you ⭐

Volunteers' Week

01/06/2026

Happy World Outlander Day! We're feeling particularly Outlandery at the moment as some of the team were at the one and only Lallybroch yesterday! Like Midhope Castle, Bannockburn House is a filming location, being in Outlander Blood of My Blood. Why not come along on a Filming Tour with us, getting behind the scenes intel on filming such an iconic series in a Category A listed heritage site.