Animal bones hold a wealth of information that can tell us about the past
Climate Action
Dig into the relationship between archaeology and climate change
A “People-less Paradise”? What Archaeology Tells Us About the Climate Crisis and the “Emptiness” of Scotland’s Highlands and Islands
As we wrestle with the climate crisis and the impacts of social inequality in the 21st century, archaeology can help bring real world benefits to communities across Scotland
Five Historical Building Reconstructions to Visit in Scotland (and Two to Watch Out For)
An Iron Age loch-dwelling, Pictish building, and 17th-century turf home are just some of the impressive structures
How Hard is it to See Neolithic Scotland by Bike?
Some of the most exciting Neolithic sites in Scotland are in some of the most beautiful places – think Eilean Leòdhais (Lewis) in Na h-Eileanan Siar (the Outer Hebrides), Orkney, Argyll and Eilean Arainn (Arran) off the west coast of Scotland.
How Drones are Helping to Save Scotland’s Coastal Archaeology
Climate change is everywhere and affecting everyone. Recent extreme weather events ranging from droughts and heatwaves to dramatic floods have shown the extent of the threat.
Prehistoric Artefacts, Medieval Friary and Climate Change Connections Unearthed During Scotland’s Summer of Archaeology
Lessons that can be learned about climate action from a multi-period crofthouse site, a medieval friary and a coastal settlement occupied from around 800 BC have been captured by three artists.
How to Have a Climate-Friendly Archaeology Experience in Scotland
Whether you’re attending a dig open day, helping out with fieldwork or visiting an excavated site, there’s plenty of ways to reduce your impact on the environment.
Top 10 Archaeological Finds from Scotland’s Peat Bogs
From a 3,000-year-old hat to precious offerings to the gods, dig into our top archaeological finds from peat in Scotland.
Atharrachadh na Gnàth-shìde agus dualchas na h-Alba: Am fios a bu chòir a bhith agad (GHÀIDHLIG)
“Ach bhiodh beagan blàthachadh na cruinne math dhuinn an seo ann an Alba, nach biodh?” Mas e seo na smaoinich thu nuair a chunnaic thu tiotal an artaigeil seo, na gabh dragh – seo na chanas a’ mhòr-chuid nuair a chì iad na faclan “atharrachadh gnàth-shìde” agus “Alba” san aon t-seantans.
Climate Change and Scotland’s Heritage: What You Need to Know
“But we could really use some global warming up in Scotland, right?!” If this was your response to the title of this article, don’t worry – most people offer this line when they see the words “climate change” and “Scotland” in the same sentence.
Textiles and timbers: the archaeology of recycling in Scotland
Now more than ever, we are constantly being reminded of the importance of reusing products where we can and recycling as much as possible – but this isn’t a new concept. People in Scotland have been practising recycling for centuries.
How to Help Save Scotland’s Coastal Heritage
Did you know that Scotland has the second longest coastline in Europe? And it’s twice the length of England and Wales combined! People have always lived and worked at the Scottish coast, so much of our rich archaeological heritage is found there. However, many sites are under threat from erosion and rising sea levels.
