16 August 2011

Guided walk by Highland Council Rangers.

Walk along the Brora River, followed by a climb to Duchary hill fort. Meet at Brora Heritage Centre. Bring waterproofs and lunch. £3 / £2. This walk is their Grade D, walking through and over mountainous terrain, requiring good level of fitness.

As with all walks, dress for the weather and event. It is advisable to contact the Ranger beforehand as the event may change due to adverse weather or other unforseen circumstances. The contact for this event is: 01549 402638

A copy of the booklet listing all Ranger walks can be downloaded from www.highland.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/what-to-see/rangers/countrysiderangerevents.htm

16 August 2011

Guided walk by Highland Council Rangers.

Visit the 'Soap Cave', enjoy the hidden coves of dazzling sand, and drift into the minds of the people of the clearances. Meet at Rhu Pier. Bring waterproofs and lunch. £5 / £3. This walk is their Grade C, requiring some hills-reasonable level of fitness.

As with all walks, dress for the weather and event. It is advisable to contact the Ranger beforehand as the event may change due to adverse weather or other unforseen circumstances. The contact for this event is: 01687 462983. Booking preferred.

See also Highland Council Ranger booklet on www.highland.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/what-to-see/rangers/countrysiderangerevents.htm

16 August 2011

Information about the project and the report of last season´s
excavations can be accessed here.

As in previous years, those wishing to participate please contact Jacquie Aitken.

jacquieaitken@btinternet.com

A great summary of last year´s excavations presented by one of the youngest members of the team can be watched here.

16 August 2011

LIFE AND DEATH IN ASSYNT´S PAST

Excavations this summer:

CLACHTOLL BROCH 8 – 26 August

LOCH BORRALAN CHAMBERED CAIRN 28 August – 16 September

GLENLERAIG PRE-CLEARANCE LONGHOUSE 26 September – 8 October

Booking essential! Contact
Gordon Sleight 01571 855207
gordon@gsleight.freeserve.co.uk