Scotland’s Rural Past is an exciting new project that will improve our understanding and appreciation of our rural heritage.

Welcome to the Scotland’s Rural Past website. We are working with local communities to research, record and promote the vanishing settlements and landscapes of Scotland’s rural past. Here you will find all the information you need to get involved and discover the stories behind historic rural settlements across the country. You can find out what our volunteer groups are doing, add your comments and photographs and learn more about the rural heritage in your area. Click here to find out more about Scotland’s Rural Past.