The medieval Edelwood Castle, which is thought to have been linked to Mary, Queen of Scots, has been discovered by a group of volunteer archaeologists from two organizations: the Clutha Archaeology ...

The coin was one of five finds made in 2025 highlighted by NTS. Archaeological investigations in front of a chambered cairn at Crarae Garden in Argyll recovered a wide range of artefacts thought to be ...

An elfshot amulet found in the Highlands was believed to have the power to protect against malicious elves Evidence of feasting in the Hebrides 5,000 years ago and the discovery of a lost medieval ...

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The carved head is made of red sandstone. University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute An intricately carved head made of red sandstone has been found on one of Scotland’s Orkney ...

INVERNESS, SCOTLAND—BBC News reports that traces of postholes from 16 prehistoric roundhouses and a palisade were uncovered during an investigation conducted ahead of construction of a new prison in ...

Evidence of feasting in the Hebrides 5,000 years ago and the discovery of a lost medieval settlement in the Borders have been listed among Scotland's biggest finds of 2025. The Dig It! project also ...