Human remains from the past are discovered frequently in Scotland and when a decision has been made to excavate them and bring them to a museum to be studied, the story of what they can tell us about Scotland’s past truly begins to unfold.
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The Archaeology of Scotland’s Natural Larder: Seaweed
You probably already know about some of Scotland’s most famous dishes, such as haggis, neeps and tatties, but did you know that seaweed was once a popular traditional food too?
Archaeology at Edinburgh Castle: Our Greatest and Least Understood Royal Fortress
Attracting almost two million visitors a year, Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortified places in Europe.
Five of Scotland’s Most Amazing Archaeological Discoveries of 2025
Traces of Neolithic feasting, evidence of a possible Roman siege, and an amulet once thought to be imbued with supernatural power are among the most ground-breaking finds.
Archaeological Digs in Scotland | 2026 Edition
Want to volunteer or visit an excavation in 2026? We’re rounding up the best free (or low-cost) archaeology opportunities from across the country
Top Five Archaeological Sites and Discoveries in East and West Dunbartonshire
These areas were once home to prehistoric water dwellings, an early historic kingdom’s capital, and Scotland’s largest glass factory.
Archaeologists and Game Designers Collaborate to Create “Basically the Best Book on the Picts Ever Written”
Carved in Stone: A Storyteller’s Guide to the Picts
The Archaeology of Extinct Animals in Scotland
Although extinctions may be natural, many animals have disappeared from Scotland due to hunting and human-related changes
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
