SCOTS Museum

The Museum of The Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) tells the story of the Regiment and those that have served in it from our home at Edinburgh Castle.

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

For the first time, The Royal Regiment of Scotland opens its doors in a powerful new BBC docuseries, The Troops.

From life on base to intense overseas training, the series offers a rare glimpse into what it means to serve in 2025.

Find out more here: https://t.co/Zbe2Bq2USB

[British Army 🇬🇧 @BritishArmy]

From trench warfare to night firing drills, @The_SCOTS showed our ability to deploy rapidly in support of @NATO on #ExSteadfastDart25 🪖

Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/bXPzQp5hDa

#StrongerTogether #BritishArmy

[Ryan McBeth @RyanMcbeth]

Discovering the 🇬🇧British SA80A3 Rifle. Special thanks to @The_SCOTS Regiments 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[British Army 🇬🇧 @BritishArmy]

.@The_SCOTS have been honing their live firing skills in preparation for #SteadfastDart.

The exercise will take place in Romania and we're providing the largest contribution of forces to @NATO's eastern flank 🇬🇧 🇷🇴

Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/dx1E1tGM86

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

Looking back at 2024, we’re filled with pride at all The Royal Regiment of Scotland has accomplished this year. Here’s to new challenges and more achievements in 2025 – Slàinte Mhath! 🥂

[SCOTS Museum @SCOTS_Museum]

Thank you for visiting us @armymuseumsuk!

[AMOT - The Army Heritage Charity @armymuseumsuk]

Elsewhere in @edinburghcastle, @TheRoyalScots and @SCOTS_Museum share a building to tell the story of Scotland's oldest and newest regiments. Some more highlights from Museums and Heritage Coordinator @AndrewBamford10's visit.

[British Army in Scotland @ArmyinScotland]

Complimenting the symbolic event marking the 25th Anniversary of the Scottish Parliament today were soldiers from @The_Scots @SCOTS_DG @ScotsGuards @2SCOTSP&Ds and @Band_SCOTS. The high-profile event, attended by Their Majesties The King and Queen, once again saw the @BritishArmy in Scotland at the forefront of ceremonial operations in Edinburgh.

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

Today we honour the memory of two unknown Scottish soldiers who bravely fought and fell during World War One. They were laid to rest this week in the British War Cemetery in Loos, France, with around 40 others. (1/3)

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

The Freedom of the Western Isles is being presented to the The SCOTS in recognition of their eminent service to the community and country.

Led by the Pipes & Drums and regimental mascot, @CplCruachan_IV, will leave the Porters Lodge at 12 pm and march through #Stornoway

[Greg Macvean @GregMacvean]

The Highlanders, 4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland 4SCOTS take part in training operation Hector's Storm in the Galloway Forest in preparation for their next deployment🌲 @The_SCOTS #army

[British Army in Scotland @ArmyinScotland]

BKA Coy, @The_Scots under the command of @OC_BKACoy  proudly formed the Guard of Honour to officially mark His Majesty The King’s arrival at Balmoral.

BKA Coy are renowned for their ceremonial presence in Scotland, with Royal Guard in Balmoral being one of their most privileged positions.

Shetland pony @Cpl_Cruachan_IV (no stranger to Balmoral) was also present.

@Band_SCOTS and The Pipes and Drums of the @RoyalCorpsofSignals, their first appearance at Balmoral, also performed at the ceremony.

[Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 @DefenceHQ]

🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 HM The King inspects personnel from the @BritishArmy's Royal Regiment of Scotland at Holyroodhouse, launching the annual royal visit to Scotland.

From ceremonial parades to frontline operations, the excellence of our Armed Forces is clear in every aspect of their service.

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

We are enhancing field awareness with drone technology.

A modern defence force relies on cutting-edge technology for tactical advantage. Drones provide real-time situational awareness, mapping capabilities and strategic insights to empower our troops.

[SCOTS Museum @SCOTS_Museum]

Cadets from 3 Platoon RSB (Newmains) visited the Museum over the weekend to learn more about regimental history.

They took part in an object handling session in RHQ SCOTS before spending their afternoon exploring Edinburgh Castle. Thank you for visiting us!

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

.@The_SCOTS’ soldiers from Balaklava Company have passed their final inspection to ensure they are fit for role 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The soldiers will be doing state ceremonial duties at Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace 🏰

Read more 👇
https://t.co/3gtersTWON

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

On our 18th anniversary, we are proud that our Regimental flag flies high at @edinburghcastle

[SCOTS Museum @SCOTS_Museum]

Some of our younger visitors enjoyed taking part in our Defending The Nation session yesterday!

[Mrs Taylor @KTaylorTeach]

Primary 2 thoroughly enjoyed their defending the nation activity at Edinburgh castle today. @HistEnvScot @SCOTS_Museum

[SCOTS Museum @SCOTS_Museum]

@KTaylorTeach @HistEnvScot We’re so pleased you enjoyed your visit - those were some impressive defensive structures!

[Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum @SCOTSDGMuseum]

We were privileged to host members of the @AUGBEdinburgh. They came to see the British Army and Ukraine pop up display we and @SCOTS_Museum currently have on loan from the @NAM_London. 1/2

[The SCOTS @The_SCOTS]

His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of Major General RRE Lindsay CBE as Colonel The Royal Regiment of Scotland in succession to Lieutenant General Sir Nick Borton KCB DSO MBE. This appointment will take effect on 22 March 2024.