Best place to propose

1 ON BOARD CONCORDE

National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield, East Lothian, 01620 897 240
www.nms.ac.uk/flight

An out-of-this-world place to pop the question, on board Scotland's Concorde. Once the preserve of the privileged few, Concorde is now available for you to follow in the footsteps of rock stars and royalty and make that special moment a truly unique experience.

2 OVERLOOKING EDINBURGH

National War Museum, Edinburgh Castle, 0131-247 4413
www.nms.ac.uk/war

Looking out from the ramparts at Edinburgh Castle to spectacular panoramic views of the city makes this a romantic and generous proposal location. The war museum is nestled within this magnificent historical fortress. Feel the power, drama and impact of Scotland at war and carry it over to your proposal.

3 A ROOM WITH A VIEW

National Museum of Costume, Shambellie House, Dumfriesshire, 01387 850375
www.nms.ac.uk/costume

Picture yourself in the elegant surroundings of Shambellie House, looking out to wonderful country views of Cumbria and Criffel, and being with the person you love. The National Museum of Costume has all this and much more to help make your proposal a memory of a lifetime. The 19th-century country home in wooded grounds is home to 100 years of costume, the perfect setting for a dedicated follower of fashion.

4 THE PICTISH STONES

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, 0131-225 7534

Make your way to the bottom of the museum and find the rotunda, a quiet and secluded spot in the Early People gallery. The circle of Pictish stones will make an original and romantic proposal setting. The stones depict symbols of animals believed to have magical powers, ythical creatures and valued personal items. Originating from north-eastern Scotland, this style of art appeared during the late first millennium AD.

5 ORNAMENTAL GARDEN

National Museum of Rural Life, Kittochside, East Kilbride, 0131-247 4377

The sights, smells and sounds of the great outdoors make a fascinating and seasonal engagement setting. Far removed from city life, yet just eight miles from Glasgow, the award-winning Museum of Rural Life offers countryside adventure. Wander up through green open fields to the ornamental garden at the Georgian farmhouse, an idyllic setting, with colourful flowers, exciting smells and a fantastic view.