Scotland is defined by water – flowing through landscapes carved by ice, crashing onto island shores or falling from the sky. This is true now, and has been true for the entirety of time people have been around to experience Scotland.
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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.
Footsteps in the Dark: Your Guide to Caves and Cave Use in Scotland
Caves have always fascinated humankind and present one of the most enduring natural features in the wider landscapes of Scotland. [NOTE: Article contains images of human remains]
Discovering Tiriodh (Tiree), the Land Below the Waves
The island of Tiriodh (Tiree) has been inhabited for thousands of years, but nineteenth-century land clearances and the ever-changing sand blow has meant that in the past, archaeological finds have been elusive.
Burgheid, the Pechts and the Battle o Dun Nechtain (Scots)
Bannockburn, Eat Yer Hert Oot Awmaist awbodie kens the importance o the Battle o Bannockburn in Scotland’s history, whan Bruce’s men sent a muckle English airmy hame tae think again agin aw odds in 1314. Sangs, scrievins and fowk tales by the hunner circulate anent the victory.
Shetland’s Unique Sites Hiding in Plain Sight
When we think of Shetland, we’re often drawn to the wildness, the wool or the ponies. But these islands are also home to some of the most finely preserved sites in the UK spanning around 6,000 years of human activity; some of which are on the beaten track and some which require a more adventurous…
Burghead, the Picts and the Battle of Dun Nechtain (English)
Bannockburn, Eat Your Heart Out Almost everyone knows the importance of the Battle of Bannockburn in Scotland’s history, when Bruce’s men sent a huge English army home to think again against all odds in 1314. Songs, writings and folk tales by the hundred circulate about the victory.
Did Vikings Get Sick? Disease in the Viking World
Who were the Vikings? The Vikings often capture the public imagination with tales of the warrior’s ferocious conquests, huge ships, far-flung travels and adventures being a firm favourite amongst children and adults alike.
At the Water’s Edge: Top Archaeological Sites in Caithness
As we all know, water is something that Scottish people truly embrace and enjoy. Whether that is being rained on, going for a bit of open swimming or, well, getting rained on, we love it!
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.
The Archaeology of Dunbar (English)
You’d be forgiven for looking askance when you read that Dunbar Castle was once one of the most powerful and important castles in Scotland.
Arc-eòlas Dùn Bàrr (Ghàidhlig)
Fàilte gu post blog glè shònraichte bho Dig It Scotland (Cladhaich E na h-Alba? ‘S dòcha? No ‘s dòcha chan eil? Tha mi a’ dol thar mo rathaid). An-uiridh sgrìobh mi mu arc-eòlas Caisteal Dùn Bàrr agus am-bliadhna tha mi a’ dèanamh rudeigin beagan eagallach dhòmh – eadar-theangachadh gu Gàidhlig!
