Margaret Tudor: My Lady, The King’s ‘Defiant’ Mother
13 April 2022
Read the story of how Margaret Tudor fought to protect the interests of her children during turbulent times in Scottish history.
Gunner Haimes: The Hero during the Stirling Castle Fire
10 June 2022
As part of Scotland’s Year of Stories, we are looking at one of Stirling Castle’s most told tales. It is about a soldier who lost his life saving the King’s Old Building from a fire in 1855. Joni and Paul, our Stirling Castle guides have researched the archives. They discovered, as is often the case, that the truth is much more dramatic than fiction.
Stirling Castle 
Restoring Magnificence: The restoration of the palace at Stirling Castle
15 December 2021
Lots of research, meticulous attention to detail and a lot of love! Castle guide, Russell looks back on the wonderful restoration of James V’s Palace at Stirling Castle.
Events 
Behind the scenes with the Events Manager at Stirling Castle
10 November 2021
We speak to Event Manager Sarah Percy about her career highlights and experience delivering event excellence at Stirling Castle.
Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Museum 
The Argylls Museum in Five Objects
2 July 2021
Take a tour of the newly reopened Argylls Museum and uncover the story of one of Scotland’s great Highland Regiments.
Events 
Outland(er)ish banquets at Stirling Castle
1 June 2021
On World Outlander Day, we let you know how to celebrate in time-travelling-television style with an event like no other at Stirling Castle
Did You Know? 
Stirling Castle and the Beautiful Game
31 May 2021
While we get excited for the Euros 2020 to kick off with Scotland at the starting line, castle guide Paul takes a look at the history of the beautiful game and Stirling Castle’s football connections.
Events 
A Peony for Your Thoughts
26 April 2021
Meet one of our event suppliers, Planet Flowers, and go behind the scenes in adding floral flair to events at Stirling Castle.
Visitor's Tips 
Stirling Castle steward shares top visitor tips
23 April 2021
Haste ye back! Stirling Castle is opening its gates to visitors once again. In this blog, castle steward Caitlin shares her top visitor tips.
History 
Jane Ferrier and The Stirling Heads
17 March 2021
Discover the inspirational story of Jane Ferrier, who’s tenacious work in the 1800s ensured the survival of the amazing Stirling Heads.
Stirling Castle 
The Douglas Murder
22 February 2021
Until we can welcome you back to the castle, our guides are telling their favourite tales from the castle’s history. This week, our guide Tricia follows the story of a fatal invitation to the castle.