East coast adventures - 5 places to escape the heat and the hordes Plan some day trips out of the ordinary with the National Trust for Scotland Advertorial Impressive: House of Dun This summer everyone is flocking to the water but it is still possible to avoid the crowds, whether you’d prefer some quiet sea air or the gentle sounds of water on a millpond. There are seaside locations that will catch your breath, with dramatic cliffs, crystal waters, and fresh air and there are peaceful watery escapes steeped in history, not hordes of people. The National Trust for Scotland is the conservation charity that preserves and maintains many of the country’s most loved places and spaces, so if you’d like an East coast adventure take your pick from our selection here.