Ross Cameron

Occasional thoughts and musings of a Scottish Heritage Consultant. Views my own etc. #archaeology

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

Like many others I can also be found elsewhere now: @archaeoross.bsky.social
Let’s see how this goes.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

Like many others I can also be found elsewhere now: @archaeoross.bsky.social
Let’s see how this goes.

[David Connolly @BAJRjobs]

https://t.co/kE3xkwTfsr

In January 2024, were were informed by CSCS that archaeologists were removed from the Construction Related Occupations list. This survey is to gauge the impact of this decision - and to look at possible solutions.

The survey is short, sweet and anonymous

[Borders Forest Trust @BordersForest]

Introducing #PlotThatPlastic...
Would you like to get involved in a citizen science project to help get plastic off our hills in scotland?
Everyone can do their bit to help 'Forest Plastics Working Group' build a UK wide map locating the whereabouts of plastic tree guards...

[History Scotland @HistoryScotland]

The Strathmartine Trust, a St Andrews based charity that promotes Scottish history, invites applications for their 2025 grants. Up to £5000 is available for projects related to the history of Scotland, with further details on the Trust’s website. #ad https://t.co/aRXDHtyL7r

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

https://t.co/B96ihpAmjM

Added to the ‘It’s Category not Grade’ thread of shame.

[Built Environment Forum Scotland @TheBEFS]

Glasgow's @burrellcollect wins Scotland's Best Building Award 2024

Judges hail refurbishment as 'outstanding example of problem-solving and future-proofing'
Major recognition for John McAslan + Partners' transformation of the Grade A listed museum

More: https://t.co/DqkjOCGJaA

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

Grrrr... @CMAssets. It is 'Category' A listed. 'Grade' is the terminology in the English system.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

This is a bit of good news. Pity they decide to reference it as ‘Grade’ B Listed rather than use the Scottish system and call it ‘Category’ B Listed.

https://t.co/2jqGTfRhwU

[The National Lottery Heritage Fund Scotland @HeritageFundSCO]

We've announced £2.3m @HeritageFundUK support for Glasgow's historic Meat Market.
The site's supported generations of Glaswegians now it'll have a new role as a hub for community, events, sports, new businesses and more.
@LeaderGCC
@GlasgowCC
@1CarolineClark
@lindapike16

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

@Its_Category @TheBEFS @burrellcollect Here here. Beat me to it. This infuriates me. Already corrected this once today in work. We are supposed to be professionals!

[Dr DJ Johnston-Smith @AddictedToTweed]

If you're interested in theology and you're in the centre of Edinburgh right now, you may want to rescue a few historic tomes from the skip outside the Free Church Offices on the Mound. Would be nice to see some of them find a place on a shelf again rather than all go to landfill

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

I normally get stopped with a ‘Can I help you?’, to which I’ll politely reply ‘No I’m fine thanks. You ok?’

[Prof Steve Carver @LandEthics]

On the hill yesterday, challenged by gamekeeper...
GK: Are you lost?
Me: No.
GK: But this is private land.
Me: It's a NP, most of it is.
GK: then you can't come this way.
Me: It's Access Land.
GK: It's a conservation area.
Me: Conserving what?
GK: Er... gamebirds.
Me: 🤷‍♂️

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

There comes a point @AngusCouncil when interpretation boards are no longer worth having and achieve the opposite of what they set out to do.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

Me working my way through new Discovery and Excavation in Scotland to see who works where these days…

[BAR Publishing @BAR_Publishing]

Are you a classical archaeologist? Want to receive a 40% off voucher for BAR books?

We are looking for classical archaeologists to fill out a short survey (c. 10 minutes) to help inform us about current events in the field.

Find the survey here: https://t.co/pwbSuufGZn

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

@NTS_archaeology @scottishcanals @Hebcruises @N_T_S Channeling your inner Para Handy this week?

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

@RomanScotland I’ll drop you a DM.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

@RomanScotland Apologies. I’m mixing it up with another more tenuous one for the book. Just omitted from the map? Well worth a visit if you haven’t been.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

@RomanScotland Why do you omit the Eweslees watch tower? It isn’t in your book either. Fairly cut and dried to me and you include Craik Cross?

https://t.co/bdhR3FjYjQ

[Archaeology Scotland @ArchScot]

Help shape the future of Discovery & Excavation in Scotland (DES)! We're reviewing the journal to ensure it stays relevant to the sector & sustainable. Your input is vital - tell us what you think! 📚✨#DES

Take our quick survey to share your thoughts: https://t.co/aRWXo6psu0

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

Love these windows painted on the ‘blanks’ in Stirling.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

Glasgow is just in a sorry state at the moment. Really makes me sad.

[Ross Cameron @ArchaeoRoss]

@StirlingDOD Left your bling @murrayJamescoo1