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HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]This lead public body investigates, cares for and promotes Scotland\u2019s historic environment. It\u2019s responsible for more than 300 properties of national importance, including Edinburgh Castle. It also invests around \u00a314 million a year in repairs and archaeological and conservation work.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17257″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_right” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR\u00a0SCOTLAND<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]The National Trust for Scotland is an independent charity. Set up in 1931, it’s responsible for the preservation and conservation of natural and human heritage significant to Scotland and the world. [\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” anchor=”portfolio” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” background_color=”#f9f9f9″ padding_bottom=”0″ css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1492381043910{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1492380898888{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17650″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_left” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

DIG IT!<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]This celebration of Scottish archaeology explores the past through song, art, performance and storytelling. Coordinated by the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland and Archaeology Scotland, its events range from locals exploring the story of their area to digs, festivals, competitions and even Minecraft.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17060″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_right” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

EGLINTON ARMS HOTEL<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]Occupying a former 19th century coaching inn, the Eglinton Arms has been a cosy home-from-home for over 200 years. As a listed building, the boutique hotel retains many of its original external features and offers a contemporary Scottish welcome, with feature fireplaces and soft furnishings.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” anchor=”portfolio” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” background_color=”#f9f9f9″ padding_bottom=”0″ css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1492381043910{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1492380898888{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17521″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_left” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

ASSOCIATION OF CERTIFICATED FIELD ARCHAEOLOGISTS<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]The Association of Certificated Field Archaeologists (ACFA) was formed in 1987. Its membership comprises holders of the University of Glasgow Certificate in Field Archaeology, awarded by the Department of Adult & Continuing Education, now the Centre for Open Studies.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17522″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_right” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR LOCAL HISTORY<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]The British Association for Local History (BALH) is a membership organisation that exists to promote the advancement of public education through the study of local history and to encourage and assist the study of local history throughout Great Britain as an academic discipline and as a leisure activity.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” anchor=”portfolio” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” background_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#efefef” padding_top=”41″ padding_bottom=”0″ css_animation=””][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17058″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_left” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]This independent charity inspires others to explore and enjoy Scotland’s past. As well as coordinating the annual Scottish Archaeology & Heritage Festival, it campaigns for Scotland’s heritage, runs the Adopt-a-Monument initiative, and promotes archaeology in the classroom and for lifelong learning.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17856″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_right” transition_delay=”0.3″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

AOE WINDFARM COMMUNITY FUND<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]Ardoch and Over Enoch (AOE) Windfarm Ltd operates and owns the onshore windfarm outside Eaglesham, helping to fund and support a wide variety of local projects to improve infrastructure, support events, enhance the environment and protect our valuable heritage.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” anchor=”portfolio” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” background_color=”#ffffff” border_color=”#efefef” padding_top=”41″ padding_bottom=”0″ css_animation=””][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17523″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_left” transition_delay=”0.6″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

GLASGOW ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]For over 155 years, the society has been fostering public awareness of the importance of archaeology in increasing our understanding of the past through its programme of lectures, field visits and other lectures. The society co-hosts the Dalrymple Lectures with the University of Glasgow.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”17524″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”element_from_right” transition_delay=”0.3″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”24″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

RENFREWSHIRE LOCAL HISTORY FORUM<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”3″ down=”10″][vc_column_text]Formed in 1988, the Forum acts as a link to bring together all the societies in the county which have an interest in history and heritage. It organises meetings, publishes newsletters, runs courses and promotes all aspects of history and archaeology in the old county or \u2018shire\u2019 of Renfrew.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”8″ down=”21″]FIND OUT MORE<\/a>[vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”65″ down=”0″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” background_color=”#1e73be” css_animation=””][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”center” css_animation=”” padding=”5″][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_separator type=”transparent” up=”46″ down=”0″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

How To Become A Volunteer For The Eaglesham History Society<\/span><\/h4>\n

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