Heritage NorthThe eyes of the archaeological world were directed at Inverness recently, with the uncovering of an "unprecedented" Iron Age ironworks in Culduthel by a team from Headland Archaeology. The Edinburgh company came across the site whilst doing routine searches for a new housing project for Tulloch Homes.
Project supervisor Ross Murray attracted a huge crowd when he spoke about it during Highland Archaeology Fortnight. "It would certainly have been of national importance and known internationally. It is possibly the most exciting recent discoveries in Scotland."
Findings from the site are currently being curated by the National Museum of Scotland, prior to a full report being published, but Heritage North is very pleased to get an update on the progress and analysis of the dig. Gordon Urquhart conducted an interview with Ross Murray and Mark Roberts of Headland Archeology at their base in an industrial estate just off Leith Walk in Edinburgh.
This discussion is presented to our heritage fans in a variety of ways. Firstly, there is an introductory discussion on the role of Headland Archaeology and the site in general. Then, we went through a presentation of photos. These photos are discussed in a Powerpoint presentation Follow the clicks as the photos are discussed. If you have any trouble with the delivery of the technology get in touch with the Heritage North team at info@heritagenorth.co.uk and we will try to help.
Finally, we are pleased to work with www.youtube.com to stream a short video taken from a gantry at the site, with overdubbed commentary. Click on the window below. If you would like a copy on disc, please get in touch at the same email address.
We hope to be able to get access to further progress reports from Headland Archaeology about the outcomes from the Culduthel site, and other Highlands and Islands digs. In the meantime enjoy this, and don't forget to let us know what you think.
