National Trust for Scotland Easter trails at Brodie Castle have chocolate prizes

CHOCOLATE prizes are to be won on a puzzle trail in the grounds of a historic local building this Easter.

The National Trust for Scotland (NTS) is offering the perfect place to make hoppy memories this Spring via 32 Easter trails at its properties, including Brodie Castle’s from 10am-4pm (last entry 3pm) from Friday April 7 to Monday April 10 where visitors will collect challenging clues to solve a puzzle and win tasty prizes.

NTS regional director for the Highlands and Islands, Clea Warner, confirmed the fun-filled trail challenges chocolate hunters to find hidden clues dotted around the gardens and grounds.

She said: “We’re really eggs-cited to launch our Easter trails with events taking place at our properties up and down the country.

“They offer a fun day out that can be enjoyed by all the family and are a great way to keeps kids entertained while parents explore our beautiful gardens, historic properties or countryside places.”

The turreted, rose-coloured Brodie Castle was the ancestral home of the Brodie clan for over 400 years. It is a mixture of architectural styles from the 16th and 17th centuries, and is home to a collection of furniture, ceramics and artwork including work by 17th century Dutch masters and 20th century Scottish colourists, as well as a library containing over 6000 books.

Ms Warner added: “The Brodie Easter trail supports our goal to provide inspiring visitor experiences at our properties, offering nature, beauty and heritage for everyone as part of our vision outlined in our 10-year strategy launched in 2022. The funds raised support our vital work and will allow us to continue to care for and protect Scotland’s cultural and natural assets now and into the future for everyone to enjoy.”

The trail costs £4 entry per person.

Visit www.nts.org.uk and https://www.nts.org.uk/stories/easter-egg-trails-2023 to find out more.