A view to remember

From the majestic Culzean Castle to the spectacular islands of St Kilda, Scotland is home to some of the planet’s most wild and wonderful scenery

There’s now a unique way to support the National Trust for Scotland that means you can remember a loved one through Scotland’s historic and breathtaking views.

Scotland’s largest conservation charity has launched Dedicate a View, and by making a donation you’ll not only be helping to preserve the legacy of family members and friends, and marking a place that may have been special to them, you’ll also be helping to protect the country’s landscapes for generations to come.

There are currently six wonderful views that can be dedicated. They have been chosen because they capture the diversity of Scotland’s most treasured places, encompassing rolling moorlands, rugged mountains, windswept islands and spectacular walled gardens.

Among them are a breathtaking vista of Buachaille Etive Mòr in Glencoe, and Village Bay on Hirta, St Kilda – a Unesco World Heritage Site and home to the most important seabird breeding colonies in northwest Europe.

Another of the places where you can dedicate a view is Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate in Aberdeenshire.

“There’s something magical about Crathes that draws people in to share precious moments,” says National Trust for Scotland operations manager James Henderson.

It’s easy to dedicate a view, and up to you how much you donate.

You’ll receive a pack with information about your chosen place and the impact your donation will make, as well as a certificate of custodianship in your loved one’s name.

When you add a virtual dedication to the Dedicated Views page, you’ll be able to share this with others. All donations over £100 will include a limitededition print of your view to keep or give to friends and family.

“Dedicate a View means that more people can continue to make memories while supporting our work,” says James. “Our charity is so grateful for every dedication and donation.”

‘You’ll be helping to protect the country’s landscapes for generations to come’