09 July 2011

Community Training Excavation focussing on old routeway remains and a possible motte near Foulis, Evanton. Training provided in excavation, survey and recording techniques. All abilities welcome! Childcare and transport from Dingwall provided if needed, but must be booked in advance. No digging on Monday 18th July.

See newsletter issue 11 in the Library for more details, or contact ARCH on 01349 868230 / info@archhighland.org.uk

Booking essential. We ask that people book ideally for a minimum of 3 days, and that you know which dates you can dig before phoning to book.

09 July 2011

In the summer of 2011 the Yarrows Heritage Trust will be excavating at Thrumster Broch, Caithness, with the expert guidance of AOC Archaeology Group.

The site is located in the grounds of Thrumster Mains, and is an apparently solid-walled roundhouse similar to other brochs in the area, located on a prominent spur of land close to the nationally important archaeological landscape of Yarrows.

Volunteers of all ages are invited to come and help us learn more about this fascinating site. It’s free to take part, all tools and equipment will be provided and no experience is required.

Excavation 9am-5pm each day except Sundays 10th and 17th of July.

For more information or to register, please contact Yarrows Heritage Trust

Paul: 01847 851 275

Islay: 01955 651 387

Email: p.humphreys@btinternet.com

Go to www.aocarchaeology.com/thrumster for more information on Thrumster Broch.

Please note:

Please wear sturdy shoes or boots

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult

Further information also  from Derek Edwards at email@caithnessarchaeology.org.uk or 01593 731269