Kath Page
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#Archaeologist #Zooarchaeologist #SGSAH funded #PhD student at #UHI #Orkney researching human- #RedDeer relationships in prehistory and NE #Scotland research officer at #Socantscot
This year I am co-organizing session #18 at @tag26exeter.bsky.social with colleagues Sofia Figueiredo-Persson and Trond Lødøen with title "Life, Death and Transformation with Deer through the European Holocene". We are aiming to explore human-animal relations with a particular focus on deer. 1/
If you think this resonates with you and if you're interested in taking part in this session, feel free to drop me a line to discuss, or send us your title and abstract by the 5 pm on 7 September. Details in this link, or more information below. tag2026.square.site/sessions
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Dresser in Skara Brae's House One, viewed from the entrance. (📷 Sigurd Towrie)
Dig diary – incised stone brings week three to a close in true Ness style
Week three drew to a close in typical Ness style - with a decorated stone...
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From the deserts of Sudan to the gardens of Japan. From Milan to Yucatan, or the wilds of Borneo to the vineyards of Bordeaux. Hit me with your library card. Hit me. Hit me.
Evidence of coastal change is a vital part of SCAPE’s coastal surveys - but it’s not always easy to picture change over time. Our fantastic volunteers lined up along the position of the shoreline at Tentsmuir and the Eden Estuary 120 years ago, showing how much the coastal landscape has changed.
After weeks of getting to grips with the new job and intensive PhDing, expeditions have been few and for between. This afternoon, I finally made it up Glen Loth and through the Strath of Kildonan. Saw eagles and #RedDeer. Bliss! #Scotland #Sutherland #PhDLife
A 3d model of Joanne Greave's reconstructed pot from Structure Thirty-Four.
Diary extra – 3d model of Joanne’s ‘jigsaw puzzle’ pot…
A 3d model of Joanne Greave's reconstructed pot from Structure Thirty-Four.
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Hearth deposits were shallow, more foundation slabs emerged, and excavation confirmed a surrounding gully - all adding to our structure's "very odd” character.
Dig diary – reaching the base of the central hearth
Hearth deposits were shallow, more foundation slabs emerged, and excavation confirmed a surrounding gully - all adding to our structure's "very odd” character.
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Made over 400 years ago, these bronze vessels are believed to have been found by Gypsy/Travellers and repurposed as safes 💎 They're just some of the many artefacts in Scottish museum collections thought to have been preserved through reuse by these communities: www.digitscotland.com/archaeologic...
Ness of Brodgar Excavation By Bernie Bell. I never thought I’d be writing that! Excavations at the Ness of Brodgar were thought to have ended with the…...
Ness of Brodgar Excavation
By Bernie Bell. I never thought I’d be writing that! Excavations at the Ness of Brodgar were thought to have ended with the digging season of 2024. Then Time Team stepped in and did Ground Penetrating Radar which appeared to show something extra-ordinary. The People of the Ness kept their cards close to their chests (pun totally intended), and revealed nothing but the fact that there would be a limited short term dig in July 2026.
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Today, we can say with confidence that we are looking at a hearth at the centre of a Late Neolithic building in Trench W.
Dig diary – home is where the hearth is
Today, we can say with confidence that we are looking at a hearth at the centre of a Late Neolithic building in Trench W.
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After 20 years of excavation, the UHI Archaeology Institute’s research dig at The Cairns has now come to an end. With the work on the site now completed, it’s time for site director Martin Carruthers to sum up…
The Cairns dig diary – day 30
After 20 years of excavation, the UHI Archaeology Institute’s research dig at The Cairns has now come to an end. With the work on the site now completed, it’s time for site director Martin Carruthers to sum up…
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In today's blog, we examine our well-worn aircraft compass, discuss aircraft navigation, and address the challenges trainee pilots faced when flying out of wartime #Orkney #navalhistory hmstern.blog/2026/07/17/p... 📷Wiki Commons IWM
Fantastic day at HMS Tern #Orkney today. Thanks to everyone who made it such a great community event.
HERITAGE HUB: Become a Heritage Hub Champion Our vision is to establish a national, independent gateway for heritage, connecting the public and sector in one visible and accessible place. Help write the next chapter of Scotland’s story with a small monthly gift: www.socantscot.org/support/heri...
A huge welcome to the Anchor Community Group Stromness, who joined us at HMS Tern to view the tapestry they made and enjoy a picnic in the sun. More on the tapestry in our blog hmstern.blog/2026/06/06/c...
In 2023, a medieval stone carving of a warrior figure was found at the site of an ancient burial ground in Glasgow ⚔️ Now archaeologists are back to uncover more! Drop in this weekend as they unearth more secrets from a site with over 1,500 years of history: www.digitscotland.com/events/govan...
Recording Child Neglect & Abuse from Archaeological Remains A team of researchers from the University of Aberdeen has developed a new framework with which to identify the often subtle signs of child abuse and neglect discovered in archaeological excavations....
Recording Child Neglect & Abuse from Archaeological Remains
A team of researchers from the University of Aberdeen has developed a new framework with which to identify the often subtle signs of child abuse and neglect discovered in archaeological excavations. Previous osteoarchaeological studies have tended to focus on the skeletal signs of severe physical injury but this new research focuses on more subtle injuries, and child neglect. The research has the potential to improve understanding of evidence that has previously been overlooked or is difficult to interpret, contributing to a more comprehensive picture of children's lives in the past.
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The Iron Age Broch of Borwick at Sandwick on Orkney - wonderfully atmospheric. 📸 My own. #WallsOnWednesday #Prehistory #Archaeology #Sandwick #Orkney
Of course, it’s a woman www.theguardian.com/science/2026... The presumption of maleness in history of power, religion and roles is overwhelming
Ancient DNA analysis reveals Wiltshire’s Upton Lovell Shaman was a woman
Exclusive: Analysis offers ‘smoking gun evidence’ that overturns previous assumption that bronze age individual was male
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HMS Tern Living Museum is excited to welcome a group of vintage military vehicle enthusiasts to the site from July 12th to July 15th, 2026, marking the finale of a drive across the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. hmstern.blog/2026/07/12/j...
Join Us for a Historic Gathering: Vintage Military Vehicles Take Centre Stage at HMS Tern Living Museum. - About Tern - the blog for HMS Tern Orkney
HMS Tern Living Museum is excited to announce a special event welcoming a group of vintage military vehicle enthusiasts to the site from July 12th to July 15th, 2026. This exhibition will not only sho...
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30 fully funded PhDs!!! That's just amazing #Archaeology #Scotland
UHI Archaeology Institute@uhiarchaeology.bsky.social · 4w agoUnderstanding how North Sea heritage is shaped during a time of rapid economic, environmental and cultural change is at the heart of a major new doctoral research initiative led by the University of Aberdeen.
Week one draws to a close and what a productive one it's been.
Dig diary – week one ends with more prehistoric ard marks
Week one draws to a close and what a productive one it's been.
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Our lodgers in the air raid shelter are growing up fast and looking out for mom to return by the look of it! #Orkney #Islandlife
Today's update from The Cairns by site director Martin Carruthers.
The Cairns dig diary – day 23
Today's update from The Cairns by site director Martin Carruthers.
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We're in the news..... Thanks to the team at @theorkneynews.bsky.social for this fantastic article on HMS Tern #Orkney #navalhistory theorkneynews.scot/2026/07/10/c...
Curious and Interesting Findings at HMS Tern
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Roe deer antler mask from prehistoric Eilsleben, Germany Despite Eilsleben being a Neolithic site, the mask is probably Mesolithic in origin, indicating contact and exchange between hunter-gatherers and the first farmers in Central Europe. 🆓 doi.org/10.15184/aqy... 🏺 #Archaeology
Really enjoyed visiting the Time Team Dig at the Ness of Brodgar on Orkney today. Great tour, and fingers crossed for a good dig and exciting results. 📸 My own @nessofbrodgar.bsky.social @timeteam.bsky.social
