Unlocking the Potential of Scotland’s Heritage: The economic value of Heritage
9 September
Historic Environment Scotland is developing a long-term strategy for the historic Properties and Collections in their care, that they manage on behalf of the people of Scotland and Scottish Ministers. Following public consultation, the Strategy should be published in 2026 setting out how a sustainable future can be realised for over 360 historic properties and their associated collections across Scotland.
This represents a key moment to take stock – to think not only about conservation of these culturally significant assets but also to sustainably use the Estate as a driver for jobs, responsible tourism and local economies.
In partnership with EDAS and Historic Environment Scotland, this special event will explore the economic and place-based benefits that the Strategy could deliver, how it may intersect with local place plans, visitor levies, and evolving management of heritage sites.
Join sector leaders, policymakers, and economic development professionals for a dynamic discussion around how we can productively use these heritage assets, through sustainable management, across Scotland with communities and partners.
We’ll also provide opportunities for attendees to contribute ahead of the consultation phase of the strategy – ensuring economic development voices are part of the national conversation.
Event Objectives:
- Understand the ambitions and implications of a 10-year HES Properties and Collections Strategy
- Explore connections to local economic development, tourism, jobs, and place-making
- Understand how heritage-led regeneration impacts across EDAS’ core policy areas – People, Place, Planet, Prosperity
- Encourage cross-sector engagement with public consultation
