What comes to mind when you think about archaeology? Read More
What is Contemporary Archaeology and Why Does It Matter?
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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.
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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 Read More
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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”.
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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.Read More
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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? Read More
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Top Five Archaeological Sites and Discoveries in South Lanarkshire
Home to museums, country parks, and even a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there’s plenty of archaeological stories to explore in South Lanarkshire.Read More
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Top Five Metal Detecting Finds in Scotland You May Not Have Heard Of
Metal detecting is becoming increasingly popular in ScotlandRead More
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Scotland’s International Connections Unearthed this Summer
The Scotland Digs 2024: International Connections campaign showcased the country’s world-leading archaeologyRead More
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Poisonous Wool, Silk Routes and Fast Fashion: Stories from Scotland’s Archaeological Textiles
Due to Scotland’s temperate climate, textiles from the past are rare finds for archaeologists. Read More
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What Can Archaeology Tell Us About Prehistoric Migration in Scotland?
Migration has been a hot topic in archaeology since its beginnings.Read More
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Cream of the Crop: What Are Cropmarks and Why Are They Important?
What do you think of when you hear the word “cropmark”? And what have cropmarks got to do with archaeology?Read More
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