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Archaeology in Scotland covers sites which go back to the days before recorded history when the standing stones, stone circles and megalithic burial chambers were being constructed, through the Roman occupation to mediaeval times. Dark Isle This is without doubt my own personal favourite. This is a review of archaeology in Scotland by the University of Glasgow and contains articles on the significance of Celtic Coinage > and excavations and surveys at Strome Castle, Wester Ross > and Caulfields Military Way. > Newstead Archaeology Project > This site is dedicated to a project which is investigating the region surrounding the Roman Fort of Trimontium near Newstead, on the River Tweed. The Archaeological site has produced an outstanding collection of Roman artefacts, from humble wooden tent pegs to highly decorated military parade helmets. The Scottish section of Roman Military Sites in Britain> provides brief details of lots of locations, together with a useful map showing the location of each of them. Falkirk & Area Tourist Board> has information on the Antonine Wall>. Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society> fosters an interest in archaeology and has carried out field work at Fast Castle in Berwick. The site has basic information and an e-mail contact. Earthwatch provides information on a research project entitled Scotland, 1746 > in South Uist, excavating the remains of two houses from around 1745 (one reputed to be owned by the father of Flora McDonald). The search for the Blessing of Burntisland> the King Charles I shipwreck off Burntisland and the sunken treasure trove has been described as "Britain's Tutankhamun". The site gives regular updates on the progress of the search. There is a Web site illustrating the well preserved sections of the Roman remains of the Antonine Wall> at Hillfoot Cemetery and the Roman Fort and Bathhouse> in Bearsden, on the outskirts of Glasgow. | ![]() Home Page Submit url Insure your trip online with this handy form |