New guide highlights Scotland's accessible history

Ancient castles and remote battlefields might seem like the ideal destination for those travelling around Scotland, but a new guide reveals just how much of our rich historical heritage is accessible to all.

The new guide, compiled by disabled access charity Euan’s Guide is part-funded by the VisitScotland Growth Fund, with additional support from Historic Environment Scotland and endorsed by the National Trust for Scotland.

The guide explores sixteen of the nation’s castles and battlefields. Highlights include iconic Historic Environment Scotland and National Trust for Scotland properties, as well as more secluded sites.

Many of the castles and battlefields featured in the collection are found in the Highlands. Urquhart Castle is revealed to have an excellent visualisation guide for visitors who don't venture into the lochside ruin; while Culloden Battlefield is eerily brought to life with audio guides.

Disabled people are encouraged to download the guide to get a flavour for Scottish history, and to read practical information about accessibility before venturing out to these unique sites.

The guide can be downloaded here

Euan MacDonald, co-founder of Euan’s Guide said:

“All throughout Scotland there are remnants of the country’s battle-scarred past, but what few people know is that many of these castles and battlefields can be unexpectedly accessible. We found a mighty fortress with ramps wide and sturdy enough to move cannons; a haunted castle with wheelchair accessible gardens that seem to go on forever; battlefields brought to life by audio guides; and a hidden pine forest beach with a curious story to tell"

"We’ve put all of these sites and more into our new Castles and Battlefields guide, and we hope that this will give local and visiting disabled people a captivating selection of places to visit around Scotland.”

For more information, visit here