Scottish Archaeology Month: 2009 Events Highlights

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Coming to AberdeenUntil 13th September | Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00-16:00,Sunday, 12.30-15.30, closed Monday | Tolbooth Museum,Castle Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1EL

Tying in with 2009 the Year of Homecoming, thisexhibition explores the fascinating and varied rea-sons which brought people to Aberdeen over thecenturies. From medieval trade, to visitor guidesthat have been issued since the 19th century andevacuees brought to Aberdeen during WW2.

Chris Croly | Aberdeen City Council | 01224 [email protected] | www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

Aberdeen, the North East and theHudson’s Bay Trading Company

Thursday 10th September, 12:30-13:00 | TolboothMuseum, Castle Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1EL

A talk exploring the rich and diverse links betweenthe North East and the Hudson’s Bay Companyfrom the late 18th to the early 20th centuries.


The Shocking Story of The SusannaSaturday 12th September, Tolbooth open 10:00-16:00,event open at 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 & 14:00 | TolboothMuseum, Castle Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1EL

Lively and exciting re-enactment of an extraordi-nary meeting of Aberdeen Council on 2nd July1593. The Council met the survivors of an

Aberdonian merchant ship The Susanna whosecrew were tried for piracy in Spain. After beingcleared they were accused of being Lutherans andheretics. Many were imprisoned, burned and hung.Discover the terrible trials and tribulations of being a merchant adventurer in the 16th century.


CSI Archaeology!Saturday 19th - Sunday 20th September | AberdeenBeach Ballroom and Leisure Centre, Esplanade, SeaBeach, Aberdeen, AB24 5NR

Through a series of hands-on activities Archaeology Scotland will demonstrate the scien-tific skills and techniques that forensic archaeolo-gists use, including how to “read bones”. Part of

Aberdeen Tech Fest, an annual celebration of sci-ence, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Meg Faragher | Archaeology Scotland | 0845 872 [email protected] | www.archaeologyscotland.org.uk

The skeletons in our Family Closet

Friday 25th September, 12:30-13:30 | Aberdeen MaritimeMuseum, Shiprow, Aberdeen, AB11 5BY

Contact organisers below for more information.

Karen Milek | University of Aberdeen | 01224 [email protected] | www.abdn.ac.uk/archaeologywww.techfestsetpoint.org.uk/tis

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“Aberdeen has been a royal burgh since the 12thcentury and an important settlement long beforethat. Archaeological evidence indicates humanactivity in the area from around 8,000-10,000

years ago. Particular ‘heritage strengths’ lie inthe excellently well-preserved buried evidencefrom the medieval period, which has been exca-

vated extensively over the last 30 years and in

the superb collections in the City Archives,which are the best preserved civic records inScotland. The City Archives contain chartersfrom the 12th century as well as the CouncilRegister, an almost unbroken series of recordsdating from 1398”

Judith Stones

Aberdeen Council Archaeological Unit

To find out more about the heritage of Aberdeen:Aberdeen City Council Archaeological Unit, part of the Museumsand Galleries service | www.aberdeencity.gov.uk | T: 01224523658.

The North of Scotland Archaeological Society (NOSAS) workstowards the further study of archaeology in the north of Scotlandand the promotion of that interest to a wi der audience:www.nosas.co.uk

The University of Aberdeen which offers undergraduate and post-

graduate degree courses in archaeology as well as opportunitiesto study archaeology through Life Long Learning coursesT: 01224 273693 | www.abdn.ac.uk/archaeology

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Beautiful stained glass window in the Kirk of St Nicholas, Union Street, Aberdeen © R C A H M S Tomnaverie Stone Circle near Tarland in Aberdeenshire; one of the

distinctive ‘recumbent’ stone circles of northeast Scotland. The uprightstones frame the mountain of Lochnagar, and may have been used tofollow different phases of the moon.

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Dunnideer Fort Walk

Saturday 29th August, 10:00-13:00 | Meet at DunnideerFort car park, Western Road, Insch | Grid ref: NJ 616 283

Explore this important landmark. What did itmean? Why was it built? Explore the rich, ancientlandscape around Insch. Please book in advance,contact details below.

Helen Young | Aberdeenshire Council Ranger Service01466 795087 | [email protected]

Meet Your Ancestors

Monday 31st August, 14:00-16:00 | Glen Muick VisitorCentre,Glen Muick, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5SUGrid ref: NO 307 851

A guided tour around the Spittal of Glen Muicktownship. Meet the township residents along theway and hear some of their tales and find out howthey live.

Fiona Smith | Balmoral Estate Ranger Service013397 55059 | [email protected]

World War Two in Fetteresso WoodsSaturday 5th September, 14:00-16:30 | Meet at ForestryCommission Scotland’s Three Stones car park atFetteresso Forest | Grid ref: NO 790 893

The Forest Heritage Scotland project invites you totake a “back-woods” bike ride. Pedal back in timeto discover the WW2 defences that are hidden deepin the forest. Meet the Home Guard, try on a gas

mask and attend a WW2 cookery class! A six miletour, only suitable for those with a sense of adven-ture! You will need a bike for this event. This is anoutdoor event so please wear appropriate clothingand waterproof footwear. Part of Forest HeritageScotland.

Julia Truscott | Booking: 01466 794161Enquiries: 07823 535972 | [email protected]

World War Two in Pannanich Woods

Sunday 6th September, 10:30-12:00 & 13:30-15:00Meet in the centre of Ballater, opposite GlenmuickChurch | Grid ref: NO 367 959

Contact organisers below for event information.

Julia Truscott | Booking: 01466 794161Enquiries: 07823 535972 | [email protected]

Forts, Kirks and CirclesSaturday 12th September, 10:00-14:00 | Meet at theMillburn Road, Old Meldrum, Formartine, Aberdeenshire| Grid ref: NJ 803 268

Climb from Oldmeldrum to the Barra hillfort and

gaze upon the battlefield of Barra (1308 AD) whereRobert the Bruce bested Comyn of Buchan, thenon, passing a recumbent stone circle, to the muralsof the Bourtie Kirk, on to another stone circle forlunch, and back through woods, hills and fields.Contact below for more details.

David Brow | Aberdeenshire Council Ranger ServiceT: 01358 726417 | M: 07786 021780Formartine.ranger@aberdeenshire.gov.ukwww.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Sunrise at the Reed WaalTuesday 22nd September, 06:45-08:15 | Meet at the RedWell, Whitehills | Grid ref: NJ 662 652

Take part in the Archaeology Awareness festival

and celebrate the Autumn Equinox just before sun-rise at the Red Well, Whitehills. When the weatherconditions are right, the sun, rising over the pointof Troup Head, should illuminate the well. We willthen take a short circular walk around theWhitehills before returning to the well. Wrap upwarmly and bring a hot drink. Unfortunately thisevent is suitable for adults only. Please book inadvance, details below.

Jodie Rhodes | Aberdeenshire Council Ranger Service01261 813299 | Banffandbuchan.ranger@aberdeenshire.gov.ukwww.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

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“Angus is Scotland in miniature withits mountains, glens, rivers, cliffs,sandy beaches, ports, fishing vil-lages and market towns. Its peoplehave left their footprints etched onthe landscape from the Stone Age tothe present day. It was the heartland

of the Picts whose mysterious stonesstill adorn the Angus countryside”

Linda Fraser

Montrose Museum and Art Gallery

To find out more about the heritage of Angus con-tact:The Archaeology Service for Aberdeenshire,Moray and Angus:www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/archaeology/index.asp

Pictavia Visitor Centre: www.pictavia.org.ukT: 01356 626 241 | E: [email protected]

This stone at Aberlemno is one of the best preserved and mostskilfully carved stones attributed to the Picts, a confederationof peoples who lived north of the Forth from just before theRoman conquest until the 10th century AD. T he significance ofthe Pictish symbols still remains a mystery.

There’s a Time and a Place…

Montrose Time LineMonday-Saturday throughout September & October,10:00-17:00 | Montrose Museum & Art Gallery, PanmurePlace, Montrose Museum, Angus, DD10 8HF

A Time Line display covering events and exhibitingartefacts from the Stone Age to the 20th century,illustrating the rich and varied history of the townand surrounding area.

Rachel Benvie & Linda J Fraser | Angus Council | [email protected] | www.angus.gov.uk

Archaeology in Angus

Temporary exhibition open Monday-Saturday throughoutSeptember, 10:00-17:00 | Signal Tower Museum,Ladyloan, Arbroath, DD11 1PU

An exhibition of fascinating archaeological objectsfrom the Angus area. These metal artefacts formpart of Angus Council Museum’s Collections anddate from the early to post-medieval period.Objects include coins of James III, James IV andJames VI; fragments of an annular brooch andhorse harness, buckles and a 15th century “Fede”(fidelity) ring.

Mr Colin Easton or Mrs Kate Sheehan-Finn | Angus Council01241 875598 | [email protected] | [email protected]

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“The present landscape of the northeast of Scotland has been formed by several hundredgenerations of hunters, herdsmen, farmers andforesters. Traces of many of their houses, farms,religious sites or burial monuments survivebesides more recent features such as castles,industrial sites, kirks or military installationsfrom the last war.”

Aberdeenshire Council

To learn more about the heritage of Aberdeenshire:The Archaeology Service for Aberdeenshire, Moray and Angusis a small team of archaeologists located within AberdeenshireCouncil’s Planning and Environmental Serviceswww.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/archaeology/index.asp

The North of Scotland Archaeological Society (NOSAS) workstowards the further study of archaeology in the north of Scotlandand the promotion of that interest to a wider audience:www.nosas.co.uk



Become an ArchaeologistThursday 13th August, 10:00-12:00 | Kilmartin HouseMuseum, Kilmartin, Argyll, PA31 8RQ

An opportunity for children and young people withan interest in archaeology to have a go at doing it.The day will include a simulated dig and lots of other hands on activities.

The Administrator | Kilmartin House Museum | 01546 [email protected] | www.kilmartin.org

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Walk the Kilmartin GlenSaturday 5th September, 14:00-16:00 | Meeting point:Kilmartin House Museum, Kilmartin, Argyll, PA31 8RQ

Come along and join Curator/Director Dr SharonWebb for a guided walk through the linear ceme-tery to Temple Wood stone circle. Please wearappropriate clothing.

The Administrator | Kilmartin House Museum | 01546 [email protected] | www.kilmartin.org

Discover Bute LandscapePartnership Scheme Guided WalkSaturday 12th September, meet 10:00 | Guilford Square,Rothesay, Isle of Bute | Grid ref: NS 089 648

A guided walk through the landscape of Bute,exploring aspects of the rich archaeological her-itage of the island.

Paul Duffy | Discover Bute Landscape Partnership Scheme0773 088 7110 | [email protected]

Charcoal Making Guided Walk

Saturday 12th September. 13:00-17:00 | Meet at Forestry

Commission Scotland Glen Nant Nature Reserve c arpark, West Argyll | Grid ref: NN 020 273

The Forest Heritage Scotland project invites you todiscover the industrial history of the forest at GlenNant Nature Reserve. With our expert investigatethe evidence for charcoal making and see a demon-stration of how it was done. We will then take youto Historic Scotland’s Bonawe Ironworks, wherethe charcoal was used to fuel the furnaces. This isan outdoor event please wear appropriate clothingand waterproof footwear. Part of the ForestHeritage Scotland Project undertaken by ForestryCommission Scotland in partnership withRCAHMS.

Jo Thomson | Forest Heritage Scotland | Booking: 01631 566155Enquiries: 01546 602 518 [email protected]

Re-launch of the ArdnadamHeritage Trail and the Chapel SiteWednesday 16th & Thursday 17th September | ArdnadamGlen, Chapel Site, Sandbank near Dunoon, Argyll, PA23


Evelyn Hide | Cowal Archaeological & Historical Society (CAHS)01369 703876 | [email protected] | www.cowal.org

Come Listen to the CroftersSaturday 19th September, 10:00-13:00 & 14:00-17:00Meet at West Argyll Forest District offices, Lochgilphead,West Argyll | Grid ref: PA31 8RS

The Forest Heritage Scotland project invites you toCome Listen to the Crofters. Hear traditionalHighland folk stories and music at the stunning

venue of Arichonan, deserted township. Enjoy aguided walk to the site, traditional spinning andweaving demonstrations and interactive music andstorytelling suitable for all the family.

Discover what life was like 200 years ago. This isan outdoor event, please wear appropriate clothingand waterproof footwear. Suitable for children aged6+. Forest Heritage Scotland is undertaken byForestry Commission Scotland in partnership withRCAHMS.

Jo Thomson | Forest Heritage Scotland | 01546 602 518 [email protected]

A Slice of Life

Sunday 20th September, 10:00-13:00 & 14:00-17:00 |Meeting point: West Argyll Forest District offices,Lochgilphead, West Argyll | Grid ref: PA31 8RS

Forest Heritage Scotland invites you to discoverwhat rural life was like at the deserted township of Carrick, on the edge of Loch Fyne. Step back intime with our Forestry Commission ScotlandRanger, Jo Thomson. You might even meet a figurefrom the past!

This is an outdoor event, please wear appropriateclothing and waterproof footwear. Forest HeritageScotland is undertaken by Forestry CommissionScotland in partnership with RCAHMS.

Jo Thomson | Forest Heritage Scotland | 01546 602 518 [email protected]

Recent Archaeological DiscoveriesTuesday 22nd September, 19:30-21:00 | Kilmartin HouseMuseum, Kilmartin, Argyll, PA31 8RQ

Come along and hear Roddy Regan talk about thelatest archaeological discoveries from theKilmartin Glen.

The Administrator | Kilmartin House Museum01546 510278 | [email protected]

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Castle Stalker, from the Gaelic, Stalcaire, meaning Hunter or Falconer,

one of many iconic historic remains in Argyllshire.

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The landscape of Argyll and Bute bears testa-ment to over 9000 years of human interaction,exploitation and occupation. The relativelyundeveloped beauty of the landscape hasallowed the excellent preservation of the archae-ological heritage. Much of the archaeology of the region, from the dramatic Neolithic andBronze Age sites of the Kilmartin Valley to the

famous early Christian sites at Iona and StNinians and the dramatic home of the Lords of the Isles at Finlaggan, are still visible to eventhe most cautious of archaeological explorerstoday.

Paul Duffy

Discover Bute Landscape Partnership Scheme

For further information on the archaeology of Argyll and Butecontact:Discover Bute Landscape Partnership Scheme promotes directinvolvement in the conservation and enhancement of the naturaland built heritage of the region | www.discoverbute.com

Cowal Archaeological & Historical Society (CAHS) is a goodstarting point for anyone who is interested in learning more aboutthe history and archaeology of the Cowal Peninsula through theirwell-known and respected lecture series and through visiting andunearthing ancient sites | www.cowal.org/index.htm

Kilmartin House Museum is a centre for archaeology and

landscape interpretation established to protect, investigate andinterpret this internationally i mportant archaeological landscapeand the artefacts that have been found here. See the website fordetails of events and workshops | www.kilmartin.org



Polmaddy: “Footsteps to the World”

Thursday 20th August, 11:00-13:00 | ForestryCommission Scotland Polmaddy township car park atCastlemaddy Wood | Grid ref: NX 588 878

The Forest Heritage Scotland project (undertakenby Forestry Commission Scotland in partnershipwith RCAHMS) invites you to join the WalkingTheatre Company and discover the story of theferm-toun of Polmaddy. Imagine how it would havelooked nearly 300 years ago. What happened to the

village, now in ruins? Where did the people go?Discover some of Scotland’s lowland history. Thisis an outdoor event, please wear appropriate cloth-ing and waterproof footwear.

Lucy Hadley | Forest Heritage Scotland | 01671 [email protected] | www.forestheritagescotland.com

Hillforts WalkThursday 10th September, 13:00-16:00 | Mote of Mark,Meet at Rockcliffe main car park, Rockcliffe | Grid ref: NX846 540

Join NTS Archaeologist, Derek Alexander, andRockcliffe Ranger, Judy Baxter, in a walk from theDark Age stronghold of Mote of Mark out to theIron Age promontory fort of Castle Point. Bookingrequired, stout footwear essential.

Judy Baxter | National Trust for Scotland | 01556 503702 [email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

Galloway Emigration andHomecoming ExhibitionThursday 10th September-Thursday 31st D ecember,Monday-Friday, 10:00-17:00, Saturday, 10:00-13:00 &14:00-17:00 | Stranraer Museum, 55 George Street,Stranraer, DG9 7JP

An exhibition exploring the evidence for Gallowayemigration across the world, and the impact of suc-cessful individuals on their return home, particu-larly in the development of new towns, countryestates and charitable endowments of new churchand school buildings.

John Pickin | Dumfries and Galloway Council Museums Service01776 705088 | [email protected]/museums

Exhibition: Pills, Potions & Poisons- Medical Treatments, 1700-1850Saturday 12th September - Saturday 31st October | Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00, Sun (until the end of September) 14:00-17:00 & Tue-Sat (in October) 10:00-13:00 & 14:00-17:00 |Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura, The Observatory,Rotchell Road, Dumfries, DG2 7SW


Siobhan Ratchford | Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura01387 253374 | [email protected]

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The Secrets of Grey Mare’s TailSunday 13th September, 10:00-16:00 | G rey Mare’s Tail,meeting at car park | Grid ref: NT 186 145

From prehistory to the present, humans have lefttheir mark on the landscape. On this upland walkwe will visit an Iron Age fort, Bronze Age cairnsand the hiding places of 17th century Covenanters.This is a reasonably strenuous hill walk, climbingto over 800 metres, bring waterproofs and walkingboots. Booking essential, maximum of 12.

Dan Watson | National Trust for Scotland | 0844 493 2249greymare’[email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

Whithorn Lecture

Saturday 19th September, 18:00 | Whithorn PrimarySchool, Castlehill, Whithorn, DG8 8PN

The Whithorn Lecture is an annual event held onthe Saturday close to St Ninian’s Day. This year’slecture “The Archaeology of the Bishops of Whithorn” is given by Peter Yeoman, Head of Cultural Resources, Historic Scotland.

Janet Butterworth | Friends of the Whithorn Trust | 01988 [email protected] | www.whithorn.com

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Culzean Archaeology Trail:Self-guided Trail

1st-30th September | Leaflet from Country Park VisitorCentre, Culzean Castle and Country Park, near Maybole,South Ayrshire, KA19 8LE | Grid ref: NS 237 104

Throughout September a series of archaeologicalsites will be marked by posters around the CountryPark at Culzean. A leaflet with a map of all thesites will be available form the Visitor Centre and

visitors over the month can undertake the self-guided archaeology trail. Please note: non-NTSmembers will need to pay to get into the CountryPark.

Derek Alexander | National Trust for Scotland | 01655 [email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

Kelburn Castle & Country Centre Archaeology DaySaturday 19th September, starts 10:00 | Kelburn Castle &Country Centre, Main Office, Largs, KA29 0BE

Explore the archaeology of Kelburn and Scotlandwith the aid of archaeologists. This will include a

walk that will explore the development of KelburnCastle from a motte and bailey to a tower houseand finally to the castle as it is today. Look at andhandle a selection of different artefacts and learnwhat these can tell us about Scotland’s past. Thisevent should last most of the day.

Claire Casey | Kelburn Castle & Country CentreT: 0141 884 7337 | M: 07525 [email protected]

Culzean Caves Walk: Guided Walk

Saturday 26th September, 10:30 | Meet at: Country Park Visitor Centre, Culzean Castle and Country Park, nearMaybole, KA19 8LE | Grid ref: NS 237 104

Join NTS Archaeologist, Derek Alexander, and NTSRanger, Heather Lowther on a guided visit to thecaves underneath Culzean Castle and find outabout the results of recent excavations there.Children must be over 8 years old and accompa-nied by an adult. Booking is essential and made bytelephone on Friday 25th September to the Culzean

Visitor Centre (01655 884400). The walk is free butnon-NTS members will need to pay to get into theCountry Park. Walking boots are essential as therocks on the beach are extremely slippery. Helmetsand head-torches will be provided.

Heather Lowther | National Trust for Scotland | 01655 [email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

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From Neolithic tombs, Roman forts andMedieval castles to Second World War batteries,Dumfries and Galloway has a wealth of sites,over 15,000 at the last count, covering six thou-sand years of history - many set in stunningcountryside, or overlooking the Irish Sea.

Andrew Nicholson

Dumfries and Galloway Council

For further information on the archaeology of Du mfries andGalloway contact:Dumfries and Galloway Council has information on museumexhibitions, events and loan collections | www.dumgal.gov.uk

Solway Heritage works to secure the sustainable use,management and enjoyment of the natural and man-madeheritage, in particular the heritage of Dumfries and Galloway.www.solwayheritage.co.uk

The Whithorn Trust explores the archaeology and history ofWhithorn. The Trust’s website contains information on theheritage and archaeology of the region, including updates onexcavations, events, lectures, publications and much more.www.whithorn.com

Archaeology beneath your feet! A Bronze Age cist or stone-lined box oftenmade to hold the bones or cremated remains of the dead, was found on 3rd July

1895 when foundations were being dug at Pun Brae. It contained a food vesseland stone artefacts which are now in North Ayrshire Museum, Saltcoats.

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For further information on the archaeology of Ayrshire and Arrancontact:North Ayrshire Museums have information on heritage events andexhibitions going on in North Ayreshire throughout the year.01294 464174 | [email protected]/

Vikingar! Is a ‘Viking Experience’ where you can meet real live Vikings and hear about their exploits, adventures and battles.01475 689777 | [email protected] | www.naleisure.co.uk

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Lecture: Pills, Potions & Poisons -Medical Treatments 1700-1850Friday 25th September, 19:30 | Dumfries Museum &Camera Obscura, The Observatory, Rotchell Road,Dumfries DG2 7SW

This lecture explores the way in which various ill-nesses and other conditions were treated inDumfries and Galloway during the 18th and 19thcenturies by examining contemporary herbals,apothecaries’ inventories, doctors’ bills and theirwritten advice to patients. Please book below.

Siobhan Ratchford | Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura01387 253374 | [email protected]/museums

Scotland’s Rural Past atPolmaddy TownshipFriday 25th & Saturday 26th September, 9:30-16:00The archaeological work will be undertaken at Polmaddytownship at Castlemaddy Woods | Starting venue TBC,contact organisers | Grid ref: NX 588 878

A two day Scotland’s Rural Past (www.scotlandsru-

ralpast.org.uk) training course in archaeological

survey and recording at the deserted settlement of Polmaddy. Learn how to identify and understandarchaeological remains, use GPS and photographyand develop writing skills to record historicalremains. Work with experienced archaeologistsand surveyors in an informal atmosphere. Suitablefor adults. Partially outdoors so appropriate cloth-ing and waterproof footwear required. This courseis being held at Polmaddy as part of the ForestHeritage Scotland project. Forest HeritageScotland is undertaken by Forestry CommissionScotland in partnership with RCAHMS.

00131 662 1456 | [email protected]

Kirk Covenant Church

Saturday 26th September, 10:00-16:00 | Parking in areaadjacent to church | Grid ref: NX 124 368

As trouble and religious strife racked Scotland andnoblemen and gentry queued to sign with theirown blood the National Covenant, protestingagainst the rules and regulations being forced onthem, work began on a small kirk. It was the year

1668 and the wee kirk, Kirkmaiden Old ParishChurch, is still there today, known as KirkCovenant, the southernmost parish in Scotland. Itstands on the hill, a mile above the village of Drummore and is a fascinating place to visit. See afamily crypt, gravestones dating back to 1698, thepulpit under which a minister is buried, the bellmade in 1534 and experience the peace of a placeof worship that has stood as a house of God formore than 370 years.

Catriona Fitzsimon | Solway Heritage | 01387 [email protected] | www.solwayheritage.co.uk

Hallmuir POW Chapel

Saturday 26th September & Sunday 27th September,9:00-21:00 | 1 mile SW of Lockerbie off B7076 | Grid ref:NY 128 791

This very rare chapel (probably the only one inScotland) was built by Ukrainian Prisoners of Warat Hallmuir Camp, who, in 1947 were sent fromItaly to Scotland rather than being handed over tothe Russians and a potentially terrifying future.The basic building is a simple army hut clad withpainted corrugated asbestos cement sheet. Thechapel still presents an authentic Ukrainian interi-or, complete with tinsel chandelier, and is still inuse by the Ukrainian community, who, since theywere not able to return home after the war, stayedin Lockerbie and Lochmaben, found work in thearea, married local girls and brought up their chil-dren to respect their traditions. Pay a visit for tea

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Cairnholy above Wigtown Bay near Dumfries, is the site of

the remains of two impressive chambered cairns

and biscuits, conversation and stories.


Cruck Cottage, TorthorwaldSaturday 26th & Sunday 27th September, 10:00-16:00On-street parking for six cars, access to the door fordisabled drop off | Grid ref: NY 032 784

Fashioned from local materials with traditionalskills, this cottage, like its many lost companions,was simply constructed on three massive oak

cruck frames, fastened together with oak pegs.Thatched, lime-washed and earth-floored, the cot-tage still possesses a hanging lum fireplace con-structed from cob. Cruck Cottage was lived in untilthe 1960s, and then fell in to disrepair. It wasrestored by Solway Heritage in 1990 using thesame traditional skills and local materials. TheCottage is now of a great rarity in Scotland. Muchof its maintenance and exciting plans for its futureare now undertaken by the Cruck Cottage Heritage

Association, who look forward to meeting visitorsduring the weekend, and plying them with tea andhome baking.


Hidden Treasures

Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September, 10:00-17:00Wanlockhead Museum of Lead Mining | From A76 takejunction for Wanlockhead (B797) 2 miles from Sanquhar.From M74 travelling north take junction 14 and travellingsouth take junction 13 | Grid Ref: NS 874 130

Hidden Treasures, Museum of Lead Mining atWanlockhead is hidden amongst the Lowther Hillsin Scotland’s highest village (461m / 1531ft).Spend a day that’s fun for all the family uncoveringtreasures, including a real 18th century lead mineset deep in the hillside. Make your way along vil-lage paths and tracks to two miners’ cottages andsee how miners really lived, before exploring thesecond oldest subscription library in Europe. Enterthe Visitor Centre to discover rocks, minerals,

gold, rare gold and silver coins, and mining arte-facts; and discover what Homecoming means totwo Wanlockhead Village Band instruments.


Camera Obscura (free admission)

Sunday 27th September, 14:00-18:00 | Dumfries Museum& Camera Obscura,The Observatory, Rotchell Road,Dumfries, DG2 7SW

On the topmost floor of the Dumfries Museum isthe Camera Obscura. This historic astronomical

instrument gives fascinating panoramic views overthe town. Viewings are not available when it israining in order to preserve this rare historicalinstrument. It is reached by a spiral staircase.

Siobhan Ratchford | Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura01387 253374 | [email protected]/museums

Bridging Perthshire’s PastWednesday 9th September, 18:30 | Discovery Point,Discovery Quay, Dundee, DD1 4XA

Lindsay Farquharson will give a talk on “BridgingPerthshire’s Past” an exciting new three year proj-ect that aims to conserve, enhance and promote18th century military roads and bridges inPerthshire. Refreshments available from 18:00.

Christina Donald | Abertay Historical Society | 01382 [email protected] | www.abertay.org.uk

Animals in Archaeology

Saturday 19th September, 11:00-14:00 | MuseumCollections Unit, Barrack Street, Dundee, DD1 1PG


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From Mesolithic shell middens to Iron Age forti-fications and the remains of industries thatthrived in living memory, the archaeology of Dundee uncovers the story of Scotland, from itsearliest settlers to the present day. In theNeolithic, stone axes were brought here fromCumbria and a Bronze Age burial was found tocontain beautiful gold ornaments in the Wessexstyle. Roman pottery from Gaul was unearthedon the Law, and fragments of medieval vesselsfrom the Low Countries are found in excava-tions throughout the city. Dundee’s position onthe Tay Estuary has proved attractive for mil-lennia.

Christina Donald

Dundee City Council

For further information on the archaeology of Dundee contact:Abertay Historical Society organises public lectures, workshops,guided tours and other events to promote interest in the history of Abertay and the surrounding area. For information on theSociety’s publications and events: www.abertay.org.uk

Pictavia Visitor Centre tells the story of Scotland's ancient Pictishtribes. For more information, learning resource materials or adviceon arranging group visits: www.pictavia.org.uk


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Guided Walking Tour of BlackCastle and Green Castle Iron Age Hillforts

Tuesday 8th September, 14:00 & Saturday 12thSeptember, 10:00 (duration 2 hours) | Meeting p oint TBCon booking place (no disabled access)

A strenuous walking tour (4km) taking in twomagnificent Iron Age hillforts. This is a familyevent but please note that this walk is steep inplaces and will involve climbing fences. EastLothian Council Archaeology Service. Bring stoutboots, waterproofs, snack and refreshments.Maximum number 15 so booking is required. Partof East Lothian Archaeology Week (September 5th-12th 2009). Further events still to be confirmed,for full programme see webiste below.


The Soutra Aisle Project

Wednesday 9th September, 19:30-21:00 | Trinity Centre,

Church Street, Haddington, East Lothian (disabledaccess)

An illustrated talk about the excavations andresearch that have been undertaken at themedieval hospital at Soutra Aisle, Midlothian byproject director, Dr Brian Moffat. C/o Haddingtonand District Amenity Society. Part of East Lothian

Archaeology Week (September 5th-12th 2009).Further events still to be confirmed, see website.


Dusk Tour of the Historic Village of Stenton

Thursday 10th September, 18:00 (duration 45 mins - 1

hour) | Meeting point TBC on booking place (partialdisabled access)

Discover Stenton’s long historical past on thisguided walk at dusk with Andy Robertson(Archaeology Officer, East Lothian Council). This isa family event. Bring a torch! Maximum number 20so booking is required. Part of East Lothian

Archaeology Week (September 5th-12th 2009).Further events still to be confirmed, see website.


Hailes Castle tour by HepburnKnight in Chain Mail!Friday 11th September, 12:30 & 14:00 (duration 30 mins)Meet at the Castle gate, Hailes Castle, just south west ofEast Linton on the A1 | Grid ref: NT 574 757 | Limitedparking area and partial disabled access

A half hour tour of Hailes Castle by a Hepburnknight in chain mail. The knight will take youthrough stories of the Hepburns, the Dunbars, theRamsays and the Douglases in addition to thesieges of Hailes and Dunbar Castles. AndrewSpratt (Historic Scotland). Family event suitablefor those aged 5+. Maximum number 15 so book-ing is required. Part of East Lothian ArchaeologyWeek (September 5th-12th 2009). Further eventsstill to be confirmed, see website below..


Create Your Own Archaeological Finds!

Friday 11th September, 15:00-16:00 & Saturday 12thSeptember, 11:00-12:00 | Prestongrange Museum,Morrison’s Haven, Prestonpans

What type of things do archaeologists find on a

dig? Find out by creating your own models, art-works and crafts to take home. C/o East LothianCouncil Museums Service. This is a family eventsuitable for those aged 5-12. Maximum number 12so booking is essential for this free workshop.Contact Prestongrange on 0131 653 2904 to book

your child’s place today. Part of East Lothian Archaeology Week (September 5th-12th 2009).Further events still to be confirmed, see websitebelow.

0131 653 2904 | www.eastlothian.gov.uk/archaeology

Reconstruction of the 8thCentury Aberlady High CrossSaturday 12th September, 11:00 & 14:00 (approx. 90

mins) | Kirk Stables, Main Street, Aberlady A workshop to discuss the progress in this remark-able project to erect a reconstruction of the 8thcentury cross which once stood in the village, andperhaps in a monastic settlement. The artwork onthe remaining cross fragment in NationalMuseums Scotland bears a strikingly close rela-tionship with that in the illuminated LindisfarneGospels. C/o Aberlady Conservation Society. Familyevent suitable for those aged 15+. Maximum num-ber 20 so booking is required. Part of East Lothian

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Traprain Treasures

Wednesday 2nd September, 19:00-21:00 | Traprain Lawnear East Linton | Car park on north side of hill | Grid ref:NT 580749

From car park to summit, hear about the manyfacets of Traprain Law. Archaeology and geologymixed with a smattering of historic legend.

Bobby Anderson | East Lothian Countryside Ranger Service01620 827318 | [email protected]

Walk the Burgh Boundary of Old North Berwick

Saturday 5th September, 10:00 & Wednesday 9th

September, 14:00 (duration 90 minutes) | Meet at theGlen Golf Course Club House (no disabled access)

Taken from the 16th century Burgh Charter, thisfairly strenuous guided walking tour takes youaround the Burgh boundary of Old North Berwick.The walk takes you through Glen Golf Course, upthe Mill Burn to the Lodge Grounds, along LawRoad and the High Street to the Market Cross andthe harbour. C/o Joy Dodd (North BerwickGraveyard Research Group/ Friends of NorthBerwick Museum). Family event suitable for thoseaged 16+. Bring sensible shoes and waterproofs.Part of East Lothian Archaeology Week.


Prehistoric Crafts & Discovery TrailSaturday 5th September, 14:00-17:00 (duration 1 hour)Meet at Pressmennan Wood Car Park, Stenton | Limitedparking (no disabled access)

Before the dawn of metals and plastics how didearly people make objects, live and survive in East

Lothian? To find out more, book a place on one of the afternoon sessions. Full details on www.east-lothian.gov.uk/archaeology . East Lothian Council

Archaeology Service. Family /Young person event.Bring sensible shoes and waterproofs. Maximumnumber 10 so booking is required. Part of EastLothian Archaeology Week, further events to beconfirmed, see website below.


Monastic Landscapes of theLothians (12th-16th century)

Saturday 5th September, 19:00 (duration 90 mins)Haddington, East Lothian, venue TBC

Abbeys, churches, granges, wells and springstogether made up the medieval ‘holy landscape’.Derek Hall, Scottish Urban Archaeological Trustand author of the recently published ScottishMonastic landscapes, will be giving a fascinating,illustrated talk describing what effect medievalholy orders had on the early monastic landscapesof the Lothians. Part of East Lothian ArchaeologyWeek, more events to be confirmed, see website.


Archaeology of the GarletonsSunday 6th September, 14:00 & Thursday 10thSeptember, 10:00 | Meet at Athelstaneford Church (no

disabled access) A strenuous 6km walking tour from Athelstanefordup onto the Garleton ridge to explore the GarletonIron Age hillforts and Barney Vaults. Return to

Athelstaneford, visit the Saltire Centre and viewthe 9th century Battle of Athelstaneford. EastLothian Council Archaeology Service. This is afamily event but please note that it is a strenuouswalk. Bring stout boots, waterproofs, snack andrefreshments. Maximum number 20 so booking isrequired. Part of East Lothian Archaeology Week(September 5th-12th 2009). Further events still tobe confirmed, see website below. Duration 3 hours.

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Bounded by miles of beautiful coast line and theheather-clad Lammermuir hills, East Lothian isrich in archaeological and historical remainsand a great place to visit if you like the out-doors. The coast is also the route for the JohnMuir Way, a long distance walk taking in the fullcoast of East Lothian from Musselburgh toDunbar. The Lammermuirs to the south provide

walkers and wildlife spotters with wide-openspaces where you might wander all day longwithout meeting another soul! With rollingcountryside and a stunning coast, East Lothianhas much to offer both the outdoor enthusiastand heritage explorer,

Biddy Simpson

East Lothian Council

To find out more about East Lothian and East Lothian’s heritagego to:East Lothian Council’s Archaeology Service have information,events and opportunities for young people and the community toget in volved: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/archaeology orwww.visiteastlothian.org

Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society exists to foster aninterest in archaeology. The Society encourages members to playan active part in the discipline: www.eafs.org.uk



Myth Busters Gallery Talks Series

Friday 11th, Friday 18th & Friday 25th September, 14:30(duration 1 hour) | Early People Gallery, Level 0, NationalMuseums Scotland, Chambers Street, EH1 1JF

Exploring and exploding some of the commonmyths about Scotland’s early people. A series of gallery talks by curators from National MuseumsScotland will reveal how the latest finds andresearch is changing our picture of Scotland’s past.Suitable for ages 16+. Limited spaces, book below.

National Museums Scotland | 0131 225 [email protected] | www.nms.ac.uk

Cramond and its IslandSaturday 12th & Sunday 13th September, 11:00-17:00 |The Maltings, Riverside, Cramond, Edinburgh, EH4 6NY

Guided walks to Cramond Island (Sat - 12:00, Sun -15:00, duration 2 hours, booking essential) orwalks around Cramond (14:30, duration 1 hour).

Ancient technology workshop and ancient writingmethods: no age barrier! Displays about manyaspects of Cramond’s history.

Val Dean | Cramond Heritage Trust and Edinburgh ArchaeologicalField Society | 0131 336 1512 | [email protected]/trust.htm | www.eafs.org.uk

RCAHMS Open DaySaturday 26th September, 10:00-17:00 | RCAHMS, JohnSinclair House, 16 Bernard Terrace, Edinburgh, EH8 9NX

For over 100 years RCAHMS has been working tocreate a record of Scotland’s built environment.Their vast national collection of over 14.5 millionunique items is made available to the public toexplore online and in their search room. This yearRCAHMS are showcasing their aerial photographycollections with stunning visual displays and talksfrom the aerial survey team and The AerialReconnaissance Archive specialists. Visitors havethe opportunity to join behind the scenes tours andspeak to specialists about their work documentingScotland’s archaeology, architecture and industry.

Jessica Monsen | RCAHMS | 0131 662 1456 [email protected] | www.rcahms.gov.uk

Active Archaeology

Saturday 26th September, 10:00-13:00 | Holyrood ParkEducation Centre, 1 Queen’s Drive, Holyrood Park,Edinburgh, EH8 8HG | Grid ref: NT 272740

Join a Ranger on a three hour guided walk to learnabout the rich archaeological heritage to be foundin Holyrood Park. Find out about the people wholived and worked in the Park thousands of yearsago and discover the traces they have lef t behind.This walk may not be suitable for children under12 years. Booking essential, see below.

Historic Scotland Ranger Service | 0131 652 [email protected] | www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

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Who Lived on North Berwick Law? Archaeology from the Bronze Age toWorld War 2

Saturday 12th September, 14:00 (duration 90 mins)Meet at North Berwick Law car park (no disababledaccess)

Discover what archaeological remains can still beseen as you climb North Berwick Law. A fairlystrenuous walking tour of North Berwick Law for

young people (8+). Learn about maps and how toidentify archaeology. This is a family event. Bringstout footwear and waterproofs. Booking isrequired. Part of East Lothian Archaeology Week(September 5th-12th 2009). Further events still tobe confirmed, see website below.


The Archaeology of Traprain Law

Sunday 27th September, tour 10:00-12:00 followed by avisit to National Museum Scotland 15:00-17:00 | Traprain

Law, East Lothian | Grid ref: NT 58187495Explore the archaeology of Scotland’s most impor-tant hillfort with Dr Fraser Hunter. The tour willbe followed by a visit to National MuseumsScotland to see some of the finds from the site.Tour involves a strenuous climb. Please bring solidboots and waterproofs. Details of meeting will besent out with the tickets. Limited spaces, pleasebook below.

Fraser Hunter | National Museums Scotland | 0131 225 [email protected] | www.nms.ac.uk

Statue HouseSaturday 5th September, 11:00-16:00 | Statue House, 24Montgomery Street, Eaglesham, G76 OAS

As part of East Renfrewshire Doors Open Days2009, Statue House and the William Gemmell stat-ue collection will be open to the public. WilliamGemmell (1814-1891) was a joiner who lived hiswhole life in Eaglesham. In his spare time hetaught himself sculpting as a hobby. During hislifetime, his work was exhibited and received criti-cal acclaim. Only six of his life-size sculptures areknown to survive and these now kept in StatueHouse, Eaglesham. This is a drop in event and isfree of charge. Part of East Renfrewshire

Archaeology Festival.

Amanda Robb | East Renfrewshire Council Library and InformationServices | 0141 577 3872 | [email protected] or www.portaltothepast.co.uk

Daily Life in Ancient ScotlandThursday 10th September, starts 10:30 | NeilstonCommunity Library, Main Street, Neilston, EastRenfrewshire, G78 3NN

Starting around 4000 BC, early people in Scotlandmoved from a hunting and gathering lifestyle tofarming. They also came together to build huge

monuments, such as stone circles, henges, andtombs. We will take a look at what daily life waslike for people who lived during this time, whatthey ate, what their houses looked like, the arte-facts that they created and used and the monu-ments that they built. Archaeology Scotland will beproviding an Artefact Investigation Kit - partici-pants will be able to see and handle genuine arte-facts! Numbers are restricted to 15 so please bookin advance. Part of East Renfrewshire ArchaeologyFestival

Rebecca Boyde | Archaeology Scotland | 0141 662 1456localstudies@eastrenfrewshire.gov.ukwww.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk or www.portaltothepast.co.uk

Archaeology in the National Trustfor Scotland: Poster DisplayMonday 21st - Wednesday 30th September, 11:00-17:00Greenbank Garden, Flenders Road, Clarkston, G lasgow,G76 8RB | Grid ref: NS 561 566

A small exhibition of posters will be on displaywithin the Coach House at Greenbank Garden.These will provide an overview of the archaeologi-cal work of the NTS and will focus mainly on prop-erties in the West of Scotland.

David Ferguson | National Trust for Scotland | 0844 493 [email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

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For further information on the archaeology of East Lothiancontact:

East Renfrewshire Council runs various activities (including EastRenfrewshire Archaeology Festival as part of SAM). The Council’slocal history and heritage website will let you find out more aboutthe broad range of resources it holds, including: old maps,photographs, documents, statues, paintings, ephemera and otherinformation; all of which give an evocative insight into daily life inthe past: www.portaltothepast.co.uk

Exploration of some of the earliest phases of settlement inEdinburgh at the feet of Edinburgh Castle

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What other city centre is dominated by extinct volcanoes capped with prehistoric settlementsand a mighty royal castle, a labyrinthine oldtown where the underworld rubbed shoulderswith the greatest minds of the enlightenmentand the Georgian splendour of an elegantlyplanned new town. Explore further afield andfind hidden gems such as roman bathhouses,medieval tower houses and mysterious grave-

yards. Edinburgh truly is an archaeologicaltreasure trove just waiting to be explored!

Craig Fletcher

Historic Scotland

For further information on the archaeology of Edinburgh contact:Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society exists to foster aninterest in archaeology. The Society encourages members to playan active part in the discipline: www.eafs.org.uk

Historic Scotland Ranger Service at Holyrood Park providevisitors with an opportunity to learn about the many differentaspects of the sites including history, wildlife and folklore. TheRangers often hold special events at other Historic Scotland sitesand within the local community |www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/index/learning/ranger.htm

University of Edinburgh offers undergraduate and post-graduatedegree courses in archaeology within the School of History,Classics and Archaeology, Old High School, Infirmary Street,Edinburgh, EH1 1LT | E: [email protected]



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Crail Guided WalkSunday 6th September, 14:15 | Crail Museum andHeritage Centre, 62-64 Marketgate, Crail, KY10 3TL

Discover the fascinating history of Crail on a walkled by local guides with a wealth of knowledge onall aspects of local history, folklore and architec-ture. Expect a few surprising insights into locallife, past and present. Visit the Museum to find outmore about this ancient Royal Burgh, its kirk, sea-faring traditions, 200 year old Golfing Society andthe airfield. Dogs welcome on the walk. (Museumopen throughout September, Mon–Sat, 10:00–13:00and Sun 14:00-17:00)

Sue Bradman | Crail Museum and Heritage Centre | 01333 450 [email protected] | www.crailmuseum.org.uk

Opening the Melville House Doocot

Sunday 6th September, 11:00-17:00 | Melville Doocot ison the north side of the A91, just east of the MelvilleLodges Roundabout | Parking is available beside thefarm track just east of the doocot | Grid ref: NO 302 126

Melville House Doocoot was originally a vaultedtower windmill. Access to both the doocot, with itswooden potence inside, and to the vaulted base-ment, dating from when the structure was a wind-mill. There are information boards/sheets, and aguide will be present to try to answer questions.

Dr Paula Martin | Cupar and North Fife Preservation Society01334 840241 | [email protected]

Newport-on-Tay Guided WalkSunday 6th September, meet 14:15 for 14:30 start | Meetat Blyth Hall, Newport On Tay, Cupar Rd / Blyth St, Fife

Guided walk of the highlights of this town, includ-ing the Thomas Telford harbour, the beautifuldrinking fountain and the grounds of TayfieldHouse. Car parking at Blyth St (in front of BlythHall) or Scott St (behind Blyth Hall). For moreinformation and event listings visit website.

www.doorsopendays.org.uk

Fife Folk Museum:The History of Rural Fife

Sunday 6th September, 10:30-16:30 | Fife Folk Museum,The Weigh House, High Street, Ceres | Public car parkbehind museum. Access via footbridge through museumgarden and across the old pack-horse bridge. Turn left tomuseum entrance on left.

In one of Fife’s most picturesque museum build-ings you can see local crafts demonstrated and beshown the history of rural Fife by very special local

volunteers this year! The reconstructed WeighHouse and Weavers’ cottage holds a wealth of Fifeartefacts. For more information visit website.


Collessie Kirk

Sunday 6th September, 13:00-17:00 | Centre of Collessie Village, Fife

Collessie Kirk, the third ecclesiastical structure onthis site, sacred since the medieval period, createsa strong landmark in the centre of the picturesque

village. Members of the congregation will welcome you throughout the afternoon. Free leaflet. Formore information visit the DOD website.


East Wemyss EnvironmentEducation CentreSunday 13th September, 14:00-16:00 | Basement Suite,East Wemyss Primary School, Main Road, Fife

Mini museum of Wemyss. Photographs of local peo-ple and places, maps, comprehensive informationon the Wemyss Caves, scene of Time Team excava-

tions in 2004. For more information and event list-ings visit the DOD website.


Old Parish Kirk Guided Walk

Sunday 13th September, guides will be available at OldParish Kirk 13:00-16:00 | Old Parish Kirk, Kircaldy

Trace the history of Kirkcaldy through theprovosts and well know characters buried in thisgraveyard; people like Baillie Robert Philp who setup schools for poor children in Kirkcaldy and findout who fought the last duel in Scotland! For moreinformation and event listings visit website.


MAC: Fife’s Mobile Museum

Sunday 13th September, 11:00-17:00 | Town House,Kirkcaldy

Come on board for a fun and educational experi-ence for all ages! “Blackouts, Bombs and Bananas”See World War Two through the eyes of a child. Formore information visit the DOD website.


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Holyrood Park Archaeology DaySunday 27th September, 11:00-15:00 | Holyrood ParkEducation Centre, 1 Queen’s Drive, Holyrood Park,Edinburgh, EH8 8HG | Grid ref: NT 272740

Discover what life was like during the Iron Age.Try your hand at skills from the period includingwattle fencing, bow drilling and fire starting! Joina druid for a short guided walk around HolyroodPark and meet characters from the past. Suitablefor all the family.

Historic Scotland Ranger Service | 0131 652 [email protected] | www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

Wemyss Caves Mini Museumand Guided WalkEvent runs several times through summer, meet atWemyss Environmental Centre, dates TBC 14:00 |Wemyss Environmental Centre, Basement Suite, EastWemyss Primary School, East Wemyss KY1 4RN (A955)

Guided tours of the Caves will take place at 14:15and 15:00. The Centre has interpretational materi-als on the Caves and the Wemyss Villages and thereis also a slideshow on ‘The Caves and Time Team’.

Mrs Ann Watters | Save Wemyss Ancient Caves Society01592 266361 | [email protected]

Medieval Festival

Saturday 15th August, 10:30-17:00 & Sunday 16thAugust, 11:00-16:00 | Leven Promenade, Leven KY8 4PA

Medieval village with period entertainments anddemonstrations, battle re-enactments, and stalls.

Jackie Kirk | Medieval Methil01334478109 | [email protected]

Grave Stones: Memorials for Family

History, Kirkcaldy Civic SocietySaturday 29th August - Sunday 4th October | Drop inevent on Saturday 5th Sept ember, 11:00-16:30 |Community Gallery, Kirkcaldy Museum & Art Gallery, WarMemorial Gardens, Kirkcaldy, KY1 1YG

Family tree research can mean visiting graveyardslooking for clues to your ancestors. This exhibitionfeatures local graveyards. Members of the Societywill offer guidance on how to interpret the symbol-ism of memorials.

Carroll Foggo | Fife Council01592 583213 | [email protected]/museums

Graveyard Walkabout

Sunday 6th September, 14:00 | Starts at the BennochyCemetery, Balsusney Road, Kirkcaldy and finishes at OldParish Kirk, Kirkwynd, Kirkcaldy | Grid ref: 275 920

A guided tour examining the gravestones of impor-tant people in the area. The tour looks at the infor-mation contained on these monuments, includingthe inscriptions and the kinds of stone used.

Mrs Ann Watters | Kirkcaldy Civic Society01592 266361 | [email protected]

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FIFEFor further information on the archaeology of Fife contact:Fife Council Museums and Galleries section of the websitesupplies information on all Fife Council Museums and heritagesites as well as information on loan boxes and events:www.fife.gov.uk

University of St Andrews runs undergraduate and postgraduatearchaeology courses through several Schools and manydepartments, such as History, Classics and Art History:www.st-andrews.ac.uk/classics/archaeology/index.shtml

The Melville Doocot (dovecote) was originally built as a windmill around

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Abbott House Open DaySunday 20th September, 10:00-17:00 | 12 Maygate,Dunfermline, Fife

Dating from the 12th century this is the oldestcomplete building in Dunfermline. It has been aheritage centre since 1995. Two floors of displays

vividly depict the history of Dunfermline andScotland as told through its people. Lovely herbgarden to enjoy. For more information visit theDOD website.


Craigluscar: An Archaeological Landscape

Saturday 26th September, 14:00 | Craigluscar CommunityWoodland, Dunfermline | Meet in Community Woodlandcar park, by water tanks, to west of Craigluscar House

A guided walk by Fife Coast and Countryside Trustto the site of Green Nap Farm, situated withinCraigluscar Community Woodland, and to the Iron

Age fort on Craigluscar Hill. The farm is an exam-ple of the ruined rural settlements which are cur-rently being recorded throughout Scotland as partof the Scotland’s Rural Past project.

The event will include a display of the methods, thework already completed. The walk will concludewith a visit to the Iron Age fort on Craigluscar Hill

where shielings have been identified. For informa-tion on the event or on how to get involved withthe intiative contact Alan Calder.

Alan Calder | Dunfermline Heritage Community Projects, Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society and Fife Coast and Countryside Trust01383 723523 | [email protected]

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University of GlasgowHunterian MuseumSaturday 19th September, 10:00-16:00 | Gilbert ScottBuilding, Glasgow, G12 8QQ

Located in the University’s neo-Gothic main build-ing, the Museum is a stunning mix of old and new.

Recently refurbished the exciting permanent dis-plays highlight the range of this fabulous collec-tion. Access to the main gallery of the museum isby a public lift. Wheelchair access to the upper gal-leries is by a disabled lift which requires assistancefrom a member of staff.

Galgael Trust Open Day

Saturday 19th September, 13:00-16:00 | 15 Fairley Street,Glasgow, G51 2SN

Galgael build and sail wooden boats in celebrationof Scotland’s heritage as a world centre of ship-building and navigation and to improve the lives of disadvantaged members of the community. Alllocated on the ground floor.

Govan Old Parish Church

Saturday 19th September, 10:00-16:00 & Sunday 20thSeptember, 13:00-16:00 | Govan Old Parish Church (StConstantine’s), Govan and Linthouse, 866 Govan Road,Govan, Glasgow | Grid ref: NS 554 659

A display of Early Medieval stones from the 9th,10th and 11th centuries, including hogbackstones, cross shafts, cross slabs and the richlyornamented Govan Sarcophagus. These will beshown in conjunction with the Clyde PaintedWindows in Govan Cross Church and the

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Merchants House and Laws CloseOpen DaySunday 13th September, 11:00-15:00 | 339-343 HighStreet, Kirkcaldy, Fife

A building of exceptional interest. Originally amerchant’s house of the 16th century, it wasenlarged in the 17th and altered in the 18th and19th. The building contains splendid wall and ceil-ing paintings of the late 16th century and fine pan-elling and plasterwork of the late 17th century,

some covering and protecting earlier decoration.The building has been carefully restored by theScottish Historic Buildings Trust. Exhibition roomand garden available. Visit the DOD website.


Museum of Communication

Sunday 13th September, 11:00-16:00 | 131 High Street,Burntisland, Fife

“Great Scots who Changed the World” is the latestexhibition, featuring Scottish inventors in the fieldof communications, science and technology whoseideas have literally changed the world! Discoverhow Great Scots pioneered colour photography,telephone, radar, television, webcams and more.

Lots to see and do for all ages, with exhibits fromthe 18th to 21st centuries! Round off your visit inour “Homecoming Café.” Ramp available. For moreinformation visit the DOD website.


Burntisland Heritage Centre

Sunday 13th September, 11:00-16:00 | 4 Kirkgate,Burntisland

“Old business, Industries and Families” the 2009exhibition offers the visitor a comprehensive dis-play of information and photographs onBurntislands economic history. Also available, awide range of information and artefacts pertainingto the settlement’s fascinating history. Local vol-

unteers will be on hand to help extend your knowl-edge of Burntisland. For more information andevent listings visit the DOD website.


MuseumSunday 20th September, open 11:00-16:00 | Queen St,Inverkeithing

Converted to a museum in 1934 from tenements you can learn all about Inverkeithing’s history inthe upper storey of the building which was part of

the hospitium to the friary. See the original 17thcentury bell rescued from the Town House. Formore information visit the DOD website.


Rosyth Castle Open Day

Sunday 20th September, 13:00-17:00 | Rosyth, followsigns to Europarc Ferry Terminal | The castle is byterminal roundabout

Once an island in the Firth of Forth, the late 15thcentury Rosyth Castle was enveloped by theRosyth Dockyard early in the 20th century. Accessto the main hall on the first floor created in 2007by the owners Scarborough /Muir Group greatlyenhances the visitor experience. For more informa-tion and event listings visit the DOD website.


Scottish Lime Centre

Sunday 20th September, 11:00-17:00 | CharlestownWorkshops, Rocks Road, Charlestown

In its heyday, Charlestown produced over one thirdof the lime in Scotland for use in building and

industry. Now, the Scottish Lime Centre Trust provides training and hands-on experience in the useof lime for building repair in the former BroomhallEstate Workshops and Yard, restored and convert-ed in 2000. Demonstrations of traditional buildingskills, opportunities for the public of all ages to‘have a go’, children’s crafts and activities. Formore information visit the DOD website.


Cairneyhill Church andWatch House Open DaySunday 20th September, 13:30-16:30 | Main Street,Cairneyhill, Fife

The first Anti-Burgher Church in Scotland, 1752.

The simple exterior hides a spacious and ornateinterior with gallery and stained glass. The burialground has many interesting and decorative head-stones, including that of the first Minister, RevJames Burt, 1792. The Watch House, built in thetime of the Resurrectionists, provided shelter for

villagers watching over the recently buried. Theruin was transformed in 2007, led by the ScottishLime Centre Trust and Cairneyhill Heritage Group.For more information visit the DOD website.


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Although Glasgow was not founded until the6th century, by Christian missionary St Mungo,evidence of earlier occupation is evident fromprehistoric canoes unearthed along the banks

of the River Clyde and the Roman erected turf-built Antonine Wall. Since the 6th century, thereis historical and archaeological evidence for thegrowth, from a small monastic settlement to thelarge, vibrant city of today. This developmentencompasses a slow, steady growth until the18th century and the major expansion sincethen, due to both the tobacco trade and thenthe industrial revolution,

Lisa McKechnie

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre

For further information on the archaeology of Glasgow contact:University of Glasgow offers undergraduate and post-graduatedegree courses in archaeology, 8QQ: www.gla.ac.uk/archaeology/

Glasgow Museums (and Glasgow Museums Resource Centre)

houses a vast historical and archaeological collection thatevidences Glasgow’s progression throughout the ages and arewell worth a visit www.glasgowmuseums.com

Glasgow Archaeological Society fosters public awareness of theimportance of archaeology and the past through a programme oflectures, publications, field visits and other activities:www.glasarchsoc.co.uk

Glasgow Building Preservation Trust was established in 1982 torescue, repair, restore and rehabilitate historic buildings ofarchitectural merit which through neglect or abuse may otherwisebe lost in Glasgow and the surrounding area. The Trust makes amajor contribution to Glasgow's regeneration through thepreservation of its built heritage and organises the annual DoorsOpen Day event in Glasgow: www.gbpt.org



East End Heritage Trail (Part 1)

Saturday 19th September, 14:00 | The Mercat Cr oss,Glasgow Cross, Glasgow

The Calton element of this brand new trail will provide a map of over 30 listed buildings, includingtheir history and exquisite architectural designs.Taking about 2 hours and including the People’sPalace and Doulton Fountain, through St Andrew’sin the Square, the Barras, Abercromby Streetcemetery and another 25 hidden gems.

www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com

Tollcross Park Heritage WalkSaturday 19th & Sunday 20th September, 14:00 TollcrossCourtyard Visitor Centre, Wellshot Road, Glasgow

Join the GCC LES Community Action Team for aguided tour of this prestigious award winningPark, internationally famous for its unique RoseGarden and impressive Winter Gardens and redo-lent with history. A free heritage leaflet containinghistorical facts about some 25 points of interestwill be available.


East End Heritage Trail (Part 2)

Sunday 20th September, 14:00 | People’s Palace andWinter Gardens, Glasgow Green, Glasgow, G40 1AT

The Bridgeton element of this brand new trail willtake about an hour and a half to walk and willinclude another 30 treasures such as theGreenhead Works, Templeton’s Tullis StreetMemorial Garden, the Olympia Cinema, the iconicUmbrella at the cross and another 25 impressivebuildings and monuments.


Abercromby Street Graveyard& Memorial Garden

Sunday 20th September, 14:00-14:45 | Gates ofAbercromby Street Cemetery, Glasgow

Join this 45 minute tour and learn about the histo-ry of the weavers. Enjoy a re-enactment of one of the characters from the Graveyard, such as JohnPage, Alexander Miller or James Ainsley. Led bythe Friends of the Weavers. No booking required,first come first served basis.


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Robert Melvin & Moyna McGlynn | Govan & Linthouse Parish churchwww.govanold.org.uk | Govan Old Church: 0141 440 2466Govan and Linthouse Manse: 0141 419 [email protected] | [email protected]

Glasgow Museums Resource CentreTours and Research Workshops

Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th S eptember, 11:00-17:00200 Woodhead Road, Glasgow, G53 7NN

This ground-breaking facility for GlasgowMuseums brings together the vast collection of objects stored on behalf of the City of Glasgow.The facility re-opens in September 2009 following asignificant extension, and visitors will be able toaccess 17 of the object stores. This will mean beingable to see many objects which have never been onpublic display before or have not been displayed formany years. Accompanied tours of object stores.Tours for BSL users and visually impaired visitorscan also be arranged. Drop in events include cours-es on how to research the collection, and art-basedcourses for adults and children.

GMRC | 0141 276 9300

Glasgow’s Built Heritage2009 Festival

Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th S eptember | Variouslocations across metropolitan Glasgow

For the 20th year, this fantastic and very popularevent will give you the opportunity to celebrateGlasgow’s buildings, its streets, its parks and itspeople. Enjoy free guided walks, or pick an areaand wander, exploring our amazing architecturalhistory. There will also be events during the pre-ceding week associated with the built environ-ment; these may include talks, practical demon-strations or a chance to discuss an issue close to

your heart. Brochure is available from below.

Rosie Elliott | Glasgow Building Preservation Trust | 0141 221 6061

[email protected] | www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com

Resurrecting History:The Southern Necropolis

Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th Sep tember, 12:00The Gatehouse, Caledonia Road, Glasgow

Colin Mackie, aka The Happy Reaper, will take youon a journey of enlightenment through theSouthern Necropolis Cemetery situated on theCaledonia Road in the Gorbals.


Glasgow, Slavery & The Abolition MovementSaturday 19th September, 11:00 & Sunday 20thSeptember 14:00 | Outside the Tobacco Merchant’sHouse, 42 Miller Street, Glasgow

This walk, guided by Stephen Mullen, takes theaudience on an historical journey of discoverythrough Glasgow’s mercantile past and examinesthe connections with tobacco, slavery and the abo-lition movement. This is demonstrated today byGlasgow’s built heritage, which provides anextraordinary insight into the role of slavery in theCity’s economic development. This built heritagealso illustrates how individuals and organisationsworked towards the abolition of the despicabletrade in human misery. This walk is available as apodcast (download from: www.gbpt.org)


St Andrew’s in the SquareSaturday 19th & Sunday 20th Sept ember, 10:00-16:001 St Andrews Square, Glasgow, G1 5PP

This A-listed masterpiece is one of the top six clas-sical churches in the UK and modelled on St.Martin-in-the-Fields in London. It was superbly

restored by GBPT as Glasgow’s Centre for ScottishCulture and hosts the popular Doors Open DayConservation Hub, where a range of heritageorganisations are on hand to offer information andadvice on the built environment. Exhibition onWilberforce’s Abolition of Slavery Act explores therole of slavery in Glasgow’s mercantile past and itsinfluence on the city’s street names and buildings.There will be a variety of live musical eventsthroughout the weekend as well as tours and talks.Fantastic food available downstairs in Cafe Sourcewith numerous Doors Open Day ‘specials’.Wheelchair access to the gallery is limited.

Historic Govan

Saturday 19th September, 11:00 & 14:00 | Outside OldGovan Parish Church, Govan Road, Glasgow

This tour led by Ingrid Shearer of GlasgowUniversity Archaeological Division, takes in someof the main archaeological sites and historic build-ings illustrating the history and development of Govan from its origins as a royal centre over athousand years ago to the era of the great ship-

yards. The centre of Govan was declared a conservation area in 2008. Booking essential.


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Prince, Paupers and ProspectorsSaturday 22nd August, 10:30-17:00 (approx.) Glenfinnan,Lochaber | Grid ref: NM 903 808

The Forest Heritage Scotland project invites youon a exciting day trip first enjoy cruise of LochShiel to discover the rich local history and wildlife.The boat will then drop you off on the shores of theloch for a trek up to the old Corrntee Mines. Thisevent is in collaboration with Sileas Cruises andLochaber Geopark. It is an outdoor event, so wearappropriate clothing and stout waterproof footwear. Bring refreshments. Forest HeritageScotland is undertaken by Forestry CommissionScotland in partnership with RCAHMS.

Ruari Watt | Forest Heritage Scotland | 01786 222 [email protected] | www.forestheritagescotland.com

Come Listen to the Crofters

Saturday 5th September, times TBC | Lael Forest carpark, near Ullapool | Grid ref: NH196811

Hear traditional Highland folk stories and music atLael Forest and discover the history of the sur-rounding area. This outdoor event is being run incollaboration with Ullapool Museum (www.ulla

poolmuseum.co.uk). Please wear suitable outdoorclothing and waterproof footwear. Forest Heritage

Scotland is undertaken by Forestry CommissionScotland in partnership with RCAHMS. Pleasecheck the website below for booking details.

forestheritagescotland@forestry.gsi.gov.ukwww.forestheritagescotland.com

Watenan Circular Walk

Sunday 6th September, 9:30 and 10:15 | Assemble atWick/Thurso train station car parks 09.30 and Watenancar park 10.15 | Grid ref: ND 3187 4082

A circular walk to Cairn of Gett Neolithic cham-bered cairn, stone rows and Bronze Age cist burial.

Marion Owen | Caithness Field Club01847 892999 | [email protected]

Search for Vikings within aBronze Age LandscapeSaturday 12th September, 13:00 | Meet at North ShorePottery car-park to share cars, KW5 6DG

Explore the landscape surrounding Wag of Forse.Discover a Late Bronze Age landscape then searchfor later Viking cattle-sheds. Wear waterproofs andstout footwear, rough walking in places. No dogs.

Meg Sinclair | Dunbeath Preservation Trust | 01593 [email protected] | www.dunbeath-heritage.org.uk

Niandt: An UnexploredHut Circle SettingSaturday 19th September, 13:00 | Meet at North ShorePottery car-park, Caithness, KW5 6DG, to share cars

Explore the landscape of Niandt, Latheron.Discover the landscape setting of three hut circles,one with intermural cells, the others in an exposedsetting high on the cliffs of Niandt. Wear water-proofs and stout footwear. No dogs please.

Meg Sinclair | Caithness Archaeological Trust | 01593 731233/269email@caithnessarchaeology.org.ukwww.caithenssarchaeology.org.uk

Secrets of the Forest Revealed:Inchindown Oil Storage TanksSaturday 19th September, tours all day | InchindownStorage Tanks near Alness | Grid ref: NH 688 744

The Forest Heritage Scotland project offers a rarechance to explore the tunnels constructed toensure a constant supply of oil to Invergordon dur-ing World War Two. Come along and discover thehistory of this unusual wartime monument. ForestHeritage Scotland is undertaken by ForestryCommission Scotland in partnership withRCAHMS. Please check the website.

[email protected]

www.forestheritagescotland.com

The Archaeology of Strathconon

Wednesday 23rd, Saturday 26th September & Sunday 4thOctober, 11:00-18:00 | Strathconon Village Hall, Milton,Strathconon, IV6 7QQ | Grid ref: NH 307 555

A fascinating exhibition on the results and find-ings of the Strathconon Project will be on displayin the Strathconon Village Hall, Milton, for thewhole day. The Project, which was part of theScotland Rural Past scheme, demonstrates themany aspects of the busy rural way of life goingback hundreds of years in this once well populatedglen. The exhibition is free and all are welcome tocome and chat with members of NOSAS and find

out more about their experiences.Meryl Marshall | North of Scotland Archaeological Society01349 861 824 | [email protected] | www.nosas.co.uk

Archaeological Survey Daywith Scotland’s Rural PastFriday 25th September, 10:30-15:30 | For details oflocation and access please contact the organiser

Join Historic Assynt’s Archaeological Survey Teamfor a surveying workshop at the site they are cur-rently working on. The workshop will providebasic training in plane table survey and recording.

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Glasgow’s Built Heritage,Tobacco, Slavery & AbolitionMonday 21st September, 19:00 | Glasgow City HeritageTrust, 54 Bell Street, Glasgow

Stephen Mullen presents this fascinating lecturewhich examines Glasgow’s mercantile past from1660 onwards and illustrates the links with tobac-co, slavery, the abolition movement and the city’surban environment. The direct and indirect con-nections with slavery will be highlighted, in addi-tion to the later local campaigns for abolition. Thetalk provides an intriguing account of role of slav-ery in Glasgow’s history, one which has been large-ly unacknowledged until recent times.


Pottering About the Past

Every Sunday during October, 14:00-15:30 | GlasgowMuseums Resource Centre, 200 Woodhead Road, SouthNitshill Industrial Estate, Glasgow, G53 7NN

Join us at the newly opened Glasgow Museums’Resource Centre for a series of fun pottery work-shops being run in conjunction with Scottish

Archaeology Month. Explore our vast and fascinat-ing stores, viewing and handling real objects that

people from the past have left behind. Objectsrange from basic prehistoric pinch pots to piggybanks found during the recent M74 excavations.Children and families will discover what these cantell us about the people that made and used them,before having a chance to create their very ownobjects to take home! You can attend as few or asmany workshops as you like. Booking early isadvised.

Lisa Mckechnie | Glasgow Museums Resource Centre0141 276 9300 | [email protected]

Children’s ChoicesSunday 4th October, 13:00-14:00 | Glasgow MuseumsResource Centre, 200 Woodhead Road, South Nitshill

Industrial Estate, Glasgow, G53 7NN

Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is home toover 15,000 archaeological objects. Join us for afun and hands on children’s tour of some of theweird & wonderful Scottish objects stored here atthe GMRC. See if you can discover the answers toquestions that have baffled archaeologists for

years!

Lisa McKechnie | Glasgow Mu seums Resource Centre0141 276 9300 | [email protected]

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Highland boasts a rich and varied heritage, asdiverse and unspoilt as the landscape in whichit lies. From the mountains to the fertile plainsof the east coast, from the islands and dramaticwest coast to the vast expanses of peatland of the flow country, the past is always in easyreach. Visit the many prehistoric burial cairns,standing stones and extensive settlementremains. Ponder over Pictish carvings, admirethe architecture of medieval castles, churchesand chapels, wander through the poignantremains of townships cleared of their inhabi-tants in the 18th and 19th centuries, or visitthe remnants of more recent history such asbridges, mills and limekilns of the industrialage and the wartime defences of the twentiethcentury.

Andrew Puls

Highland Council

For further information on the archaeology of Highland contact:Caithness Field Club explores the Local History, Archaeology,Geography, Natural History, Palaeontology of Caithness. TheMembers lead guided walks throughout the year. I n the wintermonths indoor activities include lectures, talks, slide shows on awide range of topics: www.caithness.org/caithnessfieldclub/

Caithness Archaeological Trust (CAT) aims to re-engage thepeople of Caithness with their heritage and cultural roots in apositive way, not only as spectators but as active participants:www.caithnessarchaeology.org.uk/index.html

Dunbeath Preservation Trust works to preserve and understandthe natural and cultural heritage of Dunbeath. The recentlydeveloped Heritage Centre provides a focus for many of theTrust’s activities including their educational services, collections,family history materials and archives:www.dunbeath-heritage.org.uk

Highland Council Archaeology Unit co-ordinates variousoutreach programmes including Highland Archaeology Festival:www.highland.gov.uk/yourenvironment/conservation/archaeology

This Norse bone comb was found at Freswick in Caithness. An important

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to in Norse sagas, and structures dating to between the 11th and 13th

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*In a field near Birnie. Leave Elgin on the A941; on the e dge of Elgin,take the road west for Dallas, Thomshill and the golf course. Headingfor Thomshill, drive past the turn-off to Birnie Kirk and take the nextright, opposite a small cottage (Barholm). If you reach Thomshill, you’ve gone too far. Just before some trees on the right, turn right intothe field and park by the Portakabin, IV30 8SU, grid ref: NJ 2099 5847.

Parking in the field, maps available from Elgin Museum.

Dr Fraser Hunter | National Museums Scotland | 0131 247 [email protected] | www.nms.ac.uk/ironage_scotland

Altyre Estate Open Day

Saturday 26th September, 10:00-17:00 | Altyre Estate,Forres, Moray, IV36 2SH | NJ 021549 | Follow signs forDOD from A940 and park as directed

Doors Open Day at the Altyre Estate, Forres. Altyre is an ancient estate set in beautiful wood-land. The traditional seat of the Cumming Clan andthe estate is still managed by the family. Of partic-ular archaeological interest are the Ogham Stoneat Duffus Parish (RCAHMS Canmore: NJ 05NW 34)NJ 038544 and the ruined Medieval kirk (RCAHMSCanmore: NJ05NW 32) NJ 035554.

Janet Trythall | Civic Committee, The Moray Society | 01343 [email protected] (state FAO: Janet Trythall)

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Yarrows: The Other SideSaturday 26th September, 13:00 | Meeting Point:Thrumster House, KW1 5TX

A short walk to the Thrumster Garden Broch to view the Yarrows Hills and look at a very earlyexcavation. Then to the east side of Yarrows Loch

to visit sites outwith the Yarrows Trail, beginningat the North Yarrows Cottage and including therecently excavated Battle Moss stone rows,McCole’s Castle and other remains.

Islay MacLeod | Yarrows Heritage Trust | 01955 [email protected]

A Walk to Caird’s Cave

Saturday 26th September, 14:00 (time TBC) | Meet atRosemarkie Beach car park | Grid ref: NH 737 577

People have used caves from the earliest prehis-toric period in Scotland. We will walk along thebeach from Rosemarkie, to look at Caird’s Cave,one of the many caves along the Moray Firthshore. Find out more about people’s occupation of

caves, and Caird’s Cave with its evidence of Iron Age bone-working and much later use by theTravelling Folk. Contact us because route is tidal.

Susan Kruse | ARCH (Archaeology for Communities in the Highlands)01997 421171 | [email protected]

300 Years of “Living On The Edge”in Upper Strathconon: Exploring aFascinating Multi-period Landscape

Sunday 4th October, meet 11:00 | The event is based onScardroy in the very upper part of Strathconon, 17 mileswest of Marybank, Ross-shire | Meet at the large car parkat the end of the public road | Grid ref: NH 227 519

Two fascinating walks (6km and 2-4km) will be ledby members of the North of Scotland Archaeology

Society (NOSAS) who are researching the historyand recording the archaeology of the once wellpopulated glen of Strathconon. Both walks last 3hours and intended for different physical abilities.

A free exhibition on the findings of the Strath-conon Project will be on display in the Strathconon

Village Hall, Milton for the whole day and all arewelcome. Part of Highland Archaeology Festival.Contact organisers for more details.

Meryl Marshall | North of Scotland Archaeological Society (NOSAS)01349 861824 | [email protected] | www.nosas.co.uk

Archaeology DaySunday 27th September, 13:00-15:00 | Cornalees BridgeCentre, Loch Thom, Near Inverkip, PA16 9LXGrid ref: NS 246 721

Come and see an Archaeology style ‘dig’, try yourhand at our ‘practise’ pits or use ancient technolo-gy. We shall have several different kinds of activi-ties for people to ‘try their hand at’, including pot-tery and hand weaving. Content aimed at families.

Elspeth Durkin | 01505 614 791 |[email protected] McReady | 01475 521 458 | [email protected]

Birnie Excavations Open Day

Sunday 13th September, adult tours 10:00, 12:00, 14:00and 16:00; kids’ tours at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, plushands-on activities for kids all day long | Near Birnie*

Visit the excavations of an Iron Age and Pictishsite at Birnie. Previous digs have found evidence of a local power centre with links to the Romanworld, including two hoards of Roman coins. Hearabout developments on this exciting site.

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The archaeology of Clyde Muirshiel RegionalPark, Invercyde tells the story of many of Scotland’s most significant transformations. Itsearliest remains date back almost 4,000 years tothe ‘Beaker’ people whose round hut dwellingshave been found at Loch Thom andGarshangen. The Park boasts several Iron Agehillforts such as Castle Hill, while later, follow-ing the Roman invasion, Whitemoss Fort wasestablished at Bishopston to guard the westernflank of the Antonine Wall. During the Normanera, heavily fortified castles were built by noble-men, the most spectacular in the area beingDuchal Castle, while, more recently, the Parkwas the site of many of the mills and factorieswhich assured Scotland a major place in thehistory of the industrial innovations of the lastcenturies.

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MORAY

For further information on the archaeology of Moray contact:The Moray Society run a programme of winter lectures andsummer outings. Among other activities the Society provides apool of volunteers for local digs as well as voluntary staffing forthe Elgin Museum: www.elginmuseum.org.uk

Celts and Romans at Birnie is an online educational resourcebased on excavations carried out at Birnie by National MuseumsScotland over the years. This work has done much to cast l ight onScotland’s Iron Age: www.nms.ac.uk/ironage_scotland

ORKNEY

With their rich heritage, distinctive traditionsand culture, and hauntingly beautiful scenery,the Orkney Islands are undoubtedly amongstScotland’s most outstanding attractions. Theirunique range of ancient monuments datingback 5,000 years - including the Neolithic vil-lage of Skara Brae, Maeshowe Chambered Cairnand the two henge monuments, The Ring of Brodgar and The Standing Stones of Stenness,are recognised by UNESCO as The Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site.

Elaine Clarke

World Heritage Site Ranger Service

For further information on the archaeology of Orkney contact:Orkney College UHI offers postgraduate courses in archaeologywith an emphasis on practical fieldskills. Details of the coursescan be found in the Arts and Social Sciences sections of thewebsite, Orkney College UHI, East Road, Kirkwall, Orkney,KW15 1LX | T: 01856 569000 | www.uhi.ac.uk

World Heritage Site Ranger Service offers a free educationservice to schools, colleges and community groups to promoteunderstanding of the natural, cultural and historic environment ofOrkney. For details of events and activities contact:World Heritage Site Ranger Service, c/o Skara Brae, Sandwick,Orkney, KW16 3LR | T: 01856 841732

www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/index/learning/ranger.htm

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Cuween Tomb

Sunday 6th September, 14:00 | Cuween Tomb, Finstown,Firth

Orkney is well known for its Neolithic history andarchaeology. For one afternoon only the RangerService will be offering a guided tour of this site.Please meet at the site.

Sandra Miller | Historic Scotland Ranger Service | 01856 841 [email protected]

Wideford Tomb

Sunday 6th September, 14:00 | Wideford Tomb, St Ola

Orkney is well known for its Neolithic history andarchaeology. For one afternoon only the RangerService will be offering a guided tour of each of this site. Please meet at the site.

Sandra Miller | Historic Scotland Ranger Service | 01856 841 [email protected]

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‘viewing’ as they work. Further information will beavailable on the day at the Castle Semple VisitorCentre (10:00-17:00). The Watch Tower at the

Visitor Centre will be open to the public on bothdays in the afternoons (14:00-16:00) but may pres-ent some accessibility issues, contact organisers.

Elspeth Durkin | Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park | 01505 614 [email protected] | www.clydemuirshiel.co.uk

Borders Heritage Week:Unlocking Our Heritage

Various venues and locations

The first annual Borders Heritage Week(September 19th-27th) kicks off this year! Furtherinformation from our website.

Chris Bowles | Scottish Borders Council | 01835 826 622Christopher.bowles@scotborders.gov.ukwww.scottishbordersheritage.co.uk

Easter Hill Earthwork ClimbSaturday 5th September, 13:30 | Leaderfoot Viewpoint,off A68, 4.5 miles South of Earlston | Meet at South endof the 18th century Old Drygrange Bridge, the middlebridge between the Leaderfoot Viaduct and the A68 roadbridge, TD6 9DF | Grid ref: NT 575346

SAM Walk crossing R. Tweed and Gattonside roadto Leaderfoot Farm and very stiff climb up to theearthwork on the south side of Easter Hill. This isthe middle earthwork on the Gattonside Ridge. Weclimbed up to Chester Knowe in 2008 and hope totackle Camp Knowe in 2010. On returning toLeaderfoot Viewpoint (and parked cars) we makeour way to Newstead Village Hall for tea and bis-

cuits (donation requested) about 15.30.Donald Gordon | The Trimontium Trust | 01896 [email protected] | www.trimontium.org.ukwww.curlesnewstead.org.uk

Walk ‘n’ Talk

Sunday 20th September, 14:00-17:00 | Parish Church ofLyne and Manor, Peebles. EH45 9JH | Grid ref: NT 19184050 (approx. 4.5 miles west of Peebles on A72)

A series of guided walks centred on Lyne Church,including the recently conserved Adam and Evestone, Early Christian graves on Abbey Knowe, andthe Roman fort of Lyne, preceded by an introducto-ry talk in the church. Part of Borders HeritageWeek.

Bob Knox | Peeblesshire Archaeological Society | 01721 [email protected] | peeblesarchsoc.org.uk

A Georgian Country House KitchenSaturday 19th & Sunday 20th September, 11:00-16:00Paxton House, Berwickshire, TD15 1SZ

Period cookery demonstrations and living historydisplays in and around the Georgian kitchen, boat-house and grounds of Paxton House. Built in 1758by John and James Adam, Paxton House is one of the finest 18th century Palladian country houses inBritain. Part of Borders Heritage Week.

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Strathearn Environs andRoyal Forteviot Dig Open Day

Sunday 16th August, 10:00-16:00 | In the fields south ofForteviot Village, Perthshire | Grid ref: NO 052 172

The Strathearn Environs and Royal Forteviot

(SERF) project will be continuing excavations of aremarkable complex of prehistoric and earlymedieval remains, which were first identified fromthe air as cropmarks. This year’s investigation willcontinue to focus on one of the henge-like enclo-sures, which has proved so far to have early prehis-toric origins as well as evidence of later prehistoricand medieval reworkings. Further excavations willalso take place at the Pictish cemetery, exploring alarge rectangular enclosure that is surrounded bybarrows and unenclosed graves.

Tessa Poller | Department of Archaeology, University of Glasgow0141 330 2991 | 0141 330 5690 | [email protected]/departments/archaeology/research/projects/serf/

Sandpit Archaeology

Sunday 6th September, 12:00-14:00 | Scottish CrannogCentre, Kenmore, Loch Tay, Perthshire, PH15 2HY

Try your hand at trowelling for clues to the past.Learn how to record your finds and what to dowith them. Fun for all ages from 7+.

Ms Barrie Andrian | The Scottish Crannog Centre | 01887 [email protected] | www.crannog.co.uk

Snorkel ArchaeologySunday 6th September: 14:00-16:00 | Scottish CrannogCentre, Kenmore, Loch Tay, Perthshire, PH15 2HY

Discover virtual underwater archaeology in a mini-tank. With mask and snorkel, only the face andhands get wet! Record objects and draw underwa-ter. For ages 7+.


Innes Bhuidhe:Burial Ground of the McNabs

Saturday 19th September, 13:30 | Meet outside theBreadalbane Folklore Centre, Killin, Loch Lomond & TheTrossachs National Park, Breadalbane, FK21 8XE

Innis Bhuidhe (Yellow Island) is the clan McNabsburial ground. Within a walled enclosure are thegraves of the clan chiefs with ordinary members of the clan buried outside. Burials have possibly beentaking place from medieval period. James McNabof McNab will give a guided tour of the islandwhich is accessed from the Falls of Dochart Bridge.Stout shoes recommended.

Pots: Get Creative with Clay!Sunday 20th September, 11:00-16:00 | Scottish CrannogCentre, Kenmore, Loch Tay, Perthshire, PH15 2HY

Get creative with clay! Discover ancient potteryfinds and firing methods based on pot evidencefrom Crannogs. Explore the basics of making coilpots and pit firing in this hands-on event.


Castle Semple Centre Open DaySaturday 12th & Sunday 13th September | Castle SempleCentre, Lochlip Road, Lochwinnoch, PA12 4EA

An exhibition of photographs entitled “Then andNow” showing areas of Lochwinnoch from the ear-liest days of photography to the present day withaccompanying photographs of the places in2008/09, to show any changes or if things have‘stayed the same’. Renfrewshire Local HistoryForum will also be carrying out an archaeologicaldig in the Parkhill Woodlands (part of the CountryPark at Castle Semple) throughout the Sundaywhich will be open to members of the public for

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Perth and Kinross, the Heartland of Scotland,contains a rich and varied archaeological her-itage. The archaeology of the area includes awealth of prehistoric monuments, such as stonecircles, burial mounds and hillforts; the legacyof the Roman occupation, including the earliestland frontier in Roman Britain; and the enig-matic remains of the Picts,

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Kinross Heritage Trust

For further information on the archaeology of Perth and Kinrosscontact: Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust provides andpromotes high quality opportunities for the conservation,enhancement and promotion of the historic environment of Perthand Kinross. The Trust offers many services including onlineinformation and publications and their outreach activities includethe popular Perthshire Archaeology Month which takes place inJune: www.pkht.org.uk

RENFREWSHIRE

For further information on the heritage of Renfrewshire contact:Renfrewshire Local History Forum acts as an umbrellaorganisation for all the societies in the county which have aninterest in history and heritage. As well as acting as a linkbetween societies, the Forum organises conferences andlectures: http://rlhf.info/news.php

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A significant part of Scottish Border’s ‘frontier heritage’, Newstead was one

of the most important command centres of the Roman army in Scotland.

Among other treasures the site produced these Roman parade helmets with

facemasks

SCOTTISH BORDERS

From the Mesolithic to our recent industrialpast, the archaeology of the Scottish Borders isa rich and unique resource. The Borders her-itage is a frontier heritage. The region has longbeen at the crossroads of British History; theIron Age kings used its hills for their citadels,the Romans marched its length and breadth,the Angles made it the heartland of Northumbria, medieval kings and armiespushed and pulled against an ever shifting bor-der and reivers ruled by horse and sword. Themark left by this human story is represented inalmost 15,000 sites and monuments waiting tobe explored.

Christopher Bowles

Scottish Borders Council

For further information on the archaeology of Scottish Borderscontact:Countryside and Heritage Service of Scottish Borders Councilworks to develop public interest in, and awareness of, the historicScottish Borders through the development of informativepublications and greater access to historic sites:www.scottishbordersheritage.co.uk

The Trimontium Trust runs a series of activities for members andthe general public including lectures and outings:www.trimontium.org.uk

Peeblesshire Archaeological Society offers the a range ofactivities that allows members to ‘get out of your armchair’ andbecome involved in local archaeology:www.peeblesarchsoc.org.uk/index.htm



Wilsontown Ironworks:Beneath the GrassSunday 13th September, 14:00-16:00 | Wilsontown,Ironworks, Heathland Forest, Forth, South Lanarkshire |Grid ref: NS 950565 | Join the A801 from Junction 4 ofthe M8. Proceed south to the A706 and follow this roadtowards Lanark. Take the B7016 north of Forth and follow

signs for Wilsontown.Take a walk around Wilsontown Ironworks andmeet costumed characters from the past. This live-ly and funny guided tour is sure to entertain youas we hear all about how the Wilsons are gettingon with their innovative Ironworks from some of the people who lived and worked there. Suitable forall the family, come along and experience livinghistory!

Emma Stewart | Forestry Commission Scotland | 01698 [email protected]

Ardess Hidden History Trail,

Ben Lomond: Self-guided Trail1st - 30th September | Leaflet available dispenserbeside: NTS Ranger Centre, Ardess Lodge,Rowardennan, Drymen, G63 0AR | Grid ref: NS 367 029

In your own time explore the subtle archaeologicalremains along this short trail among the oakwoodlands on the lower slopes of Ben Lomond. Thetrail leaflet can be picked up on site or can bedownloaded from the NTS web site page for BenLomond: www.nts.org.uk/Property/11/

Alastair Eckersall | National Trust for Scotland | 0844 493 [email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

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Derek Sharman MBE | Berwick Slow Food Group | 01289 [email protected] | www.foodheritage-berwick.org.uk

The Skirmish HillSunday 20th September, 14:00 | Meet in front of theMelrose Parish Church

An opportunity to learn about the bloody events of the 25th July 1526 when Scott of Buccleuch chal-

lenged the power of the Douglas over the custodyof the boy king James V. Enjoy a pleasant 5 milewalk through some beautiful Borders countryside.The walk is along good footpaths and countrylanes on mostly flat or gently sloping terrain soshould be accessible for most people. Part of Borders Heritage Week.

Ian Skinner | Melrose Historical Society | 01835 [email protected]

Scott Clan Gathering: The MusterSaturday 26th September, 10:00-16:30 | South BowhillField, Bowhill, Selkirk, TD7 5ES

A gathering for Borders families of all names, clansand allegiances, hosted by the Scotts of Buccleuch.

Featuring demonstrations of traditional sports; are-enactment of the historic Carterhaugh Ba’Game; a literary marquee to showcase the best of modern and traditional Borders writing and arts;crafts and local foods; a genealogy marquee withexperts showing how to trace ancestry; music; clanparades and a whole host of other entertainments.Part of Borders Heritage Week.

Helen Currie | Buccleuch Heritage Trust / Buccleuch Estates01750 22204 | [email protected] | [email protected]

St Abb’s Archaeology Open DaySaturday 26th September, 10:00-16:00 | St Abb’s HeadNational Nature Reserve Visitor’s Centre, Nor thfield,Eyemouth, Scottish Borders TD14 5QF (on main road,B6438 into St Abb’s) | Access to meeting point at VisitorCentre by car, then a 10min walk to harbour and a 40min

walk along coast path with steep slopes to kirk siteJoin the National Trust for Scotland and Headland

Archaeology to explore the archaeology of St Abb’son the Berwickshire coast. Have a go at surveyingand recording or enjoy a historic guided walk.Maritime electronic survey of St Abbs Harbour.Sessions at 10:00 and 14:00. Meet at VisitorCentre. Survey of medieval earthworks on St Abb'shead (Kirk site). Sessions at 13:00 and 14:00. Meetat Visitor’s Centre. Guided walks of the historicheadland throughout the day. Meet at Visitor’sCentre. Book below or pop in during the day.

Liz Jones | Headland Archaeology | www.headlandarchaeology.comDaniel Rhodes | National Trust for Scotland | www.nts.org.uk0131 4677705 | [email protected]

Coldingham History Weekend

Saturday 26th September, 10:00-17:00 & Sunday 27thSeptember, 10:00-16:30 | Coldingham Public Hall, TheSquare, Coldingham, Berwickshire, TD14 5NG

Exhibition with photos, maps, short talks and a

hands-on event for children. Border Family HistorySociety presence with bookstall.Coldinghamshirewas the name of the large estate of ColdinghamPriory, once described as the Cinderella of theBorder Abbeys. The ruins are presently undergo-ing a conservation programme. Church open inafternoons. Part of Borders Heritage Week.

Julia Carter | Friends of Coldingham Priory | 018907 71420 [email protected] | www.coldingham.info

Gunnister ManExhibition and EventsSaturday 12th September - Sunday 1st NovemberShetland Museum and Archives, Hay’s Dock, Lerwick,Shetland, ZE1 0WP

In 1951 men digging peats in Northmavine,Shetland discovered a body. Although little of hisremains survived his clothing and belongings did.From the style of these we know the man died

around 1700. The mystery of the Gunnister Manremains - who was he? What was he doing in thepeat hells? Why was he not buried in a graveyardand how did he die? For the first time since theirdiscovery in 1951 the clothing and belongings of the Gunnister Man will be on display in Shetland,on loan from the National Museums of Scotland.

Visit this fascinating exhibition and participate ina range of free events.

Kirsty Clark | Shetland Museum and Archives | 01595 695057info@shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.ukwww.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk

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For further information on the archaeology of Shetland contact:Shetland Museum and Archives organises various events andprovides supports through their ‘Heritage Hub’ to a volunteer-based membership of Shetland’s heritage community as well as

housing numerous collections and archives:www.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk

Shetland Amenity Trust work to protect, improve and enhancemany aspects of Shetland’s heritage. The Trust provides manyopportunities to learn about Shetland’s natural and archaeologicalheritage through research and outreach in itiatives:www.shetland-heritage.co.uk/amenitytrust/

STIRLING

Stirling and its hinterland have played a keyrole in the story of Scotland since the first

hunter gatherers travelled up the River Forthalmost 7000 years ago, through medieval timeswhen the Royal Court was at Stirling Castle,right up to modern times. It lies at a crossroadswhere influences from north and south, eastand west meet and where people have leftbehind their burial cairns and forts, castles andcemeteries and lots more.

Lorna Main

Archaeology Officer, Stirling Council

For further information on the archaeology of Stirling contact:Stirling Smith Museum is the home of a significant collection ofrare and unique artefacts, spanning centuries of Scottish, Britishand World history: www.smithartgallery.demon.co.uk

SOUTH LANARKSHIRE

For further information on the archaeology of South Lanarkshirecontact:South Lanarkshire Museums provide a great way to explore thepast of this region. Information on the museums and their eventsand collections can be found through the Glasgow Museumswebsite: www.glasgowmuseums.com

Forestry Commission Scotland provide opportunities and adviceon exploring the natural and archaeological landscape of

Scotland: www.forestry.gov.uk/scotland

Forest Heritage Scotland is a project is a partnership betweenForestry Commission Scotland and the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland, which aims toenhance knowledge and inspire exploration of the heritage siteson the national forest estate. The FHS website gives informationon around 50 locations in Scotland to explore yourself or take partin community archaeology activities:www.forestheritagescotland.com

Much of South Lanarkshire’s archaeology reflects Scotland’s place in theindustrial and engineering revolutions of the last few centuries. Some ofthe mills and factories of this time like Hallside Steelworks, pictured,remain in the landscape as disused shells, while others disappeared likeWilsontown Ironworks, buried beneath the South Lanarkshire forest

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Secrets of the Forest Revealed: Aberfoyle Slate Quarries

Saturday 19th September, tours all day | Aberfoyle SlateQuarries near Aberfoyle | Grid ref: NN 505 031

In the 1800s, Aberfoyle was the third most impor-tant quarry in Scotland. At its peak it had its own

village. The Forest Heritage Scotland project

invites you to come explore the history of Aberfoyle Slate Quarry and the people who livedthere. Part of the Forest Heritage Scotland under-taken by Forestry Commission Scotland in partner-ship with RCAHMS. Check website below.

forestheritagescotland@forestry.gsi.gov.ukwww.forestheritagescotland.com

Strathfillan GoldSunday 20th September, 11:00-16:00 | Tyndrum, FK208RY | Grid ref: NN 327 304 | More details when booked

Join National Park Countryside Rangers and mem-bers of the Strathfillan Community DevelopmentTrust on a journey through time and discover themining heritage of Tyndrum. Explore evidence of

an ice-age past in the area around one of Scotland’sfew remaining gold mines. The event is a mixtureof a guided walk (around 5km or 3 miles), aminibus ride and hands-on-activities, panning forgold is even a possibility. Most of the walking is onestablished paths although there are two short,rather steep sections over undulating and unevenground. Bring appropriate weatherproof clothingand footwear. Please bring a packed lunch.

Gavin Skipper | Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority01389 722040 | gavin.skipper@lochlomond-trossachs.orgwww.lochlomond-trossachs.org

Fintry’s Fascinating Fort20th September, 10:30-15:00 | Meet at the Sport’s Centrein the village of Fintry | Guided walk to site of DunmoreFort in the Campsie Fells | Sport’s Centre Grid ref:NS61528688 | Dunmore Fort Grid ref: NS 6047 8648

Join the experts on our archaeological walk as partof Scottish Archaeology Month. ArchaeologistLorna Main will be introducing us to the hillfortthat overlooks Fintry, so that means a bit of aclimb to get there, but at a leisurely pace with afew stops along the way. Bring walking boots,lunch and weatherproof clothing.

Douglas Flynn | Stirling Council | 01786 [email protected] | www.stirling.gov.uk/countryside

Bannockburn Battlefield WalkWednesday 23rd September, 13:00-17:00 | Bannock-burnHeritage Centre, Glasgow Road, Stirling, FK7 0LJ

Seven mile guided walk of the sites associated withthe Battle of Bannockburn. The route follows easycountry paths along the Bannock Burn. Event doesnot include admission to Bannockburn HeritageCentre. Admission prices and opening times for theCentre can be found at www.nts.org.uk. Bookingessential, contact below.

Evelyn Wilson | National Trust for Scotland | 0844 493 [email protected] | www.nts.org.uk

Homecoming at Cochno SheilingsSaturday 12th September, 12:00-16:00 | EdinbarnetCouncil Car Park, Cochno Road, Glasgow (free carparking) | Grid ref: NS 504 739

The Forest Heritage Scotland project invites you toleave your township and make a trip up the hill tothe summer grazing lands. Discover and join inwith some of the activities that people would havedone in the past to prepare for the winter at the

summer sheilings. This event is being run in col-laboration with West Dumbartonshire CouncilRanger Service. Please bring warm outdoor wearand waterproof; stout footwear; snacks and water.Suitable for all ages. Part of Forest HeritageScotland undertaken by Forestry CommissionScotland in partnership with RCAHMS.

Gillian Neil | Forest Heritage Scotland | 01389 [email protected] | www.forestheritagescotland.com

Historic Scotland LinlithgowPeel Archaeology Day

Saturday 3rd October, 13:00-16:00 | Linlithgow Palace,Kirkgate, Linlithgow, EH49 7AL | Grid ref: NT 0019 7731

Drop in afternoon for children and families at thePalace. Try out historical skills, learn aboutMedieval history and how people lived in the pastand hear from a costumed performer about lifeunder the Stuart Kings.

Ian Lewis | Historic Scotland Ranger Service | 01506 [email protected] | www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

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STIRLING CONTINUED

A Guided Tour of the SurveyedOld Settlement of Bosta

Saturday 5th September, 12:00 | Meet at the car park atBosta Beach, Great Bernera, Isle of Lewis, HS2

Visit the settlement of Bosta Village cleared 1880and the wider area which has Iron Age sites andeven older Neolithic monuments. This coastal sitealso has kelp kiln remains and curing houses inthe vicinity. The guided tour consists of an initialshort guided walk lasting around 1 hour. This is a‘medium’ walk over uneven ground with no paths.

Visitors can stay on for an optional longer guidedtour lasting 2-3 hours in all. This additional touris an extension of the first. It covers a greater dis-tance with more sites and the agricultural area.This longer walk is a ‘hard’ walk over boggyground. Please wear stout footwear as the ground

is uneven. Please note that no dogs are allowed inthis area.

Maggie Smith | Lewis and Harris Archaeology GroupT: 01851 860204 | M: 07788966292 | [email protected]

Guided Walk to Dun Eistean

Every Tuesday in September, 12:00 | Meet at the Port ofNess Harbour, Ness, Isle of Lewis | Grid ref: NB 537 637

A walk from the historic harbour at Port of Nessalong the dramatic coast to the ancestral home of the Clan Morrison which has recently been exca-

vated to uncover its history.

Julie Sievewright | Countryside Ranger01851 810825 | www.galsontrust.com

Guided Walk throughSouth Galson

Every Thursday in September, 12:00 | Meet at GalsonFarmhouse, South Galson | Grid ref: NB 436 591

Find out about the fascinating story of SouthGalson Village from the Iron Age to the presentday and the events that inspired the communityto buy the estate.

Julie Sievewright | Countryside Ranger01851 810825 | www.galsontrust.com

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Dun Eistean, Western Isles features in this year’s SAMevents as walk led by Julie Sievewritght, CountrysideRanger, see above for details

WESTERN ISLES

For further information on the archaeology of Western Isles contact:The Western Isles Archaeology Service, run by Comhairle nanEilean Siar has responsibility for the care of archaeological sites andmonuments throughout the Western Isleswww.cne-siar.gov.uk/archaeology/



ARGYLL & BUTE

Re-launch of the ArdnadamHeritage Trail and the Chapel Site

Thursday 17th September | Ardnadam Glen, Chapel Site,Sandbank near Dunoon, Argyll, PA23

Cowal Archaeological & Historical Society (CAHS)will re-launch the Ardnadam Heritage Trail and theChapel Site on September 16th 2009. The mainarchaeological site, excavated during the 1960sand 70s by CAHS, contains Neolithic and Iron Agesettlement together with the remains of a medievalchapel, some 'cell' graves and a surrounding earlyChristian enclosure.

The surrounding landscape features 39 'recessedplatforms' representing, predominantly, early his-toric settlement sites (many are later used for

small scale industry in the 18th and 19th centuryfor the production of Charcoal). As part of the for-mal re-launching of the heritage trail NationalPark Rangers will hold demonstrations of Stone

Age & Iron Age life on the 5,000 year old site. Thefollowing day local schools will be invited to thesite to participate in the re-enactment and learnmore about the Archaeology and natural history of the Trail

Evelyn Hide |Cowal Archaeological & Historical Society (CAHS)01369703876 | [email protected]| www.Cowal.org

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SAM FOR SCHOOLS!Everyone can celebrate Scottish Archaeology

Month! Whether it’s by dressing up as a Viking,trying out some Iron Age recipes, surveying

your playground or burying a ‘time-capsule’ forfuture archaeologists to find - there are manyexciting ways to have fun with archaeology inScotland...

How can my school get involved?

Celebrate SAM at school: get ideas on howschool groups can have fun and learn witharchaeology by visiting the ArchaeologyScotland website www.archaeology

scotland.org.ukand follow the links to ourEducation and Outreach schools’ resources.Once you know what you want to do for SAMfor Schools! Use the feedback from at LearningTeaching Scotland www.ltscotland.org.uk toget your events and photographs profiledonline. Use our Ideas Guide to inspire you. Inthe meantime, we hope you’ll find something inour Schools Programme for you and your class.



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SCHOOLS

The Hamilton Story /The Mausoleum:Schools Facilitated Sessions

Throughout September, half day and full day sessionsLow Parks Museum and Hamilton Mausoleum, 129 MuirStreet, Hamilton, ML3 6BJ

Dip into Hamilton’s rich and exciting past, you canchoose to dig deep into Hamilton’s history, learnabout the ancestral seat of the Hamilton family,

visit the magnificent mausoleum and find outabout the secrets hidden within this historic land-mark. Suitable for all year groups Primary,Secondary and Higher Education

Rhona McKinnon | South Lanarkshire Council01698 453227 | Rhona.mckinnon@southlanarkshire.gov.ukwww.southlanarkshire.gov.uk

What is a Museum?Schools Facilitated Sessions

Throughout September, also available terms 2 & 3,morning and afternoon sessions available | Low ParksMuseum, 129 Muir Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire,ML3 6BJ | Hunter House Museum, Maxwellton Rd, EastKilbride, Glasgow, G74 3LW | The John Hastie Museum,Threestanes Road, Strathaven, ML10 6EB

Where do museums and galleries collections comefrom? What happens to the finds from an excava-tion? Learn about behind the scenes at a museum.

This new cross curricula session will give you and your class a fascinating new insight into the worldof museums. We’ll look at collecting, cataloguing,conservation, objects handling, displays anddescriptive text. In fact, all the skills and knowl-edge your class needs to help you create your veryown museum in your classroom. Adaptable to mosthistoric topics, this session actively involves every-one in your class. Suitable for P1 to P7. Bookingrequired.

Rhona McKinnon | South Lanarkshire Council01698 453227 | Rhona.McKinnon@southlanarkshire.gov.ukwww.southlanarkshire.gov.uk

The Romans:Schools Facilitated SessionsThroughout September, also available during term 2 and

3 | Low Parks Museum, 129 Muir Street, Hamilton, SouthLanarkshire, ML3 6BJ

Take your class back in time, retracing the steps of the mighty Roman army in their bid to conquerthe wild eyed barbarians of the north. Who werethe Romans? Why did they come here? What didthey leave behind? This session includes role play,simulated mini excavation, and much more, help-ing your class piece together the story of this oncepowerful empire. Suitable for P1 to P7 and S1(Classics).

Rhona McKinnon | South Lanarkshire Council01698 453227 | Rhona.mckinnon@southlanarkshire.gov.ukwww.southlanarkshire.gov.uk

Film Screening:Caledonian Pottery ExcavationEvery Thursday in September at 14:00 | Low ParksMuseum, 129 Muir Street, Hamilton, ML3 6BJ

To celebrate Scottish Archaeology Month, we willbe screening the short 20-minute film commis-sioned for the Caledonian Pottery project, part of the M74 Completion Public Archaeology pro-gramme. In one of the largest single excavationprojects in Europe, a team of archaeologists exca-

vated sites along the route of the new motorwaylink. The Caledonian Pottery was one of the threelargest sites to be excavated and revealed potteryproduction on a massive scale. The film presentsthe fascinating history of the factory, shows theexcavation, and has the archaeologists describingthe finds and features they have unearthed. It’ssure to be an eye-opener! No need to book.

Aileen Meechan | South Lanarkshire Council01698 453235 | aileen.meechan@southlanarkshire.gov.ukwww.southlanarkshire.gov.uk

Going Potty! Archaeology WorkshopSunday 20th September, 13:00-14:30 | Hunter HouseMuseum, Maxwellton Road, Calderwood, East Kilbride,G74 3LW

As part of Scottish Archaeology Month we are

offering you the chance to be an archaeologist foran afternoon. You’ll handle real finds from theCaledonian Pottery excavation in Rutherglen, anationally-important site, and learn how to piecetogether evidence in some archaeological detectivework. Suitable for ages 8-12yrs.

Aileen Meechan | South Lanarkshire Council01355 261261 | www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk


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DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY

Time Detectives30th September, 10:30-12:00, 12:30-14:00 (two sessionsof 90 minutes each) | Caerlaverock Castle, Glencaple,Dumfries, DG1 4RU | Grid ref: NY 025 656

Become a time detective and explore the castlewith an archaeologist to discover clues that tell ushow the castle was built and how it has changedover time. Handle artefacts and find out about lifeat Caerlaverock through the ages.

Education Unit | Historic Scotland0131 668 8793 / 8736 | [email protected]/education_unit

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Holyrood Park Archaeology MonthSeptember 2009 | Historic Scotland Ranger Service,Holyrood Park Education Centre, 1 Queens Drive ,Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, EH8 8HG

Holyrood Archaeology Month will give school stu-dents the opportunity to discover some of thesecrets of the fascinating past of this great land-scape in the heart of the capital. They’ll find out

how man developed the land during the Iron Age,and hear what life was like during this definingperiod in Scotland’s history by meeting charactersfrom it and trying out the skills and c rafts theyused.

Holyrood Park is packed full of archaeological sitesdating back thousands of years; there are well over100 within its boundaries. These include Arthur'sSeat, one of four hill forts dating from around 2000

years ago, a prehistoric farmstead of scooped circu-lar hut, east of Dunsapie Crag, and the remains of medieval and later rig-and-furrow cultivation.

Nathan Bryceland | Historic Scotland Ranger Service0131 625 8150 | [email protected]/rangerservice

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Visit the Celts and Romans at Birnie31st August - 11th September, 10:00-12:00 and 13:00-15:00 | Archaeological site near Birnie, 5 miles south ofElgin in Moray, IV30 8SU | Grid ref: NJ 2099 5847

Come and see archaeologists at work at this Iron Age site in a field near Birnie. Explore the site anddiscover what life was like for Iron Age people onthe northern edge of the Roman world. Find outabout the two hoards of Roman coins that havebeen found in previous digs and try your hand at

topsoil sifting - perhaps you will make an excitingfind?

Suitable for P4 to S2. Curricular areas: People, pastevents and societies, and People, place and envi-ronment. The archaeological hands-on activitiesare a good Opportunity for personal achievementoutside the classroom. Guided tours of the site arefree. Schools have to provide their own transport.

Laura Bennison | National Museums Scotland0131 247 4435 | [email protected]/education_activities/celts_and_romans_at_birnie.aspx

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Archaeologists at Work

Wednesday 16th, Thursday 17th, Wednesday 23rd &Thursday 24th September, 10:00-12.30 | HistoricScotland, Stanley Mills, Stanley, Perthshire, PH1 4QE |Grid ref: NO 11345 32833

Pupils become time detectives and discover the evi-dence that helped archaeologists piece together themills’ past. Working in a team, learning archaeo-logical skills and using real archaeological equip-ment, pupils discover more about the top floor of the Bell Mill and help record the features in it

before presenting their findings.Fiona Davidson | Historic Scotland | 01738 828 [email protected] | www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

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Our Castles: Facilitated MuseumBased & Outreach Sessions forEarly Years Groups

Throughout September | Low Parks Museum, 129 MuirStreet, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 6BJ | HunterHouse Museum, Maxwellton Rd, East Kilbride, Glasgow,G74 3LW | The John Hastie Museum, Threestanes Road,Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, ML10 6EB | Or outreach

available in your own classroom/nursery!South Lanarkshire’s rich history of castles isbrought to life for our younger audience. Learnabout your local castle what it might have lookedlike and who might have lived in it. Then, throughcolour and texture, we’ll create our very own wallsized castle for your classroom/nursery. Availablemuseum or classroom based. Tailored classes suit-able for nursery and lower primary (age 3 to 6yrs).

Rhona McKinnon | South Lanarkshire Council01698 453227 | Rhona.McKinnon@southlanarkshire.gov.ukwww.southlanarkshire.gov.uk

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not accept responsibility for any changes which may have occurred. Check

our website for the full latest up to date programme and check with event

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