Animal bones hold a wealth of information that can tell us about the past
Author: Julianne McGraw
Prehistoric Rock Art, a Medieval Abbey and Scotland’s Earliest Railway: Scotland’s Summer Archaeology Opportunities Revealed
The Scotland Digs 2025: Meeting People campaign is highlighting summer archaeology opportunities
The Archaeology of Scotland’s Natural Larder: Shellfish
Shells appear in their hundreds and thousands on archaeological sites in Scotland and are a very rich source of information.
Who were the Angles and Saxons (‘Anglo-Saxons’)?
Artefacts found in Scotland are sometimes described as ‘Anglo-Saxon‘ or ‘Anglian‘, but what does that mean?
What Do Hillforts Reveal About the Impact of the Roman Army and the Origins of the Picts?
Roman military presence in what is now Scotland began almost 2,000 years ago in the late 70s AD
What Happens When Scotland’s Past Meets New Development?
When roads, houses and offices are built in Scotland, traces of the past are often found during the process.
What is Contemporary Archaeology and Why Does It Matter?
What comes to mind when you think about archaeology?
Five of Scotland’s Most Amazing Archaeological Discoveries from 2024
A ‘Celtic’ bangle, Pictish spearbutt, and rare shipwreck are among the most ground-breaking finds.
Archaeological Digs in Scotland | 2025 Edition
Want to volunteer or visit an excavation in 2025? We’re rounding up the best free (or low-cost) archaeology opportunities from across the country
Top Five Archaeological Sites and Discoveries in Angus
Explore Bronze Age hoards, Iron Age hillforts and World War One training trenches in “the birthplace of Scotland”.
Lost Lanarkshire Castle Site Investigated by Archaeologists and Local Volunteers
Volunteers have discovered artefacts in the Chatelherault Country Park forest near Hamilton which may help them confirm the location of a lost medieval castle.
What can artefacts tell us about groups of people in Scotland’s past?
It’s a question posed to archaeologists early in their studies. Do pots equal people?
