Richard Welander

Archaeologist, Artefact Conservator & Heritage Enthusiast. Former Head of Collections (retired) at Historic Environment Scotland,

[Tess Machling @Tess_Machling]

My latest piece of writing - looking at Export Licences, detecting tourism, etc and pulling together some of the earlier figures.

We really are in a mess...

#Archaeology #Detecting #Gold #Treasure

https://t.co/DXQTBMwV3b

[AOC Archaeology Group @aocarchaeology]

AOC have been working with locals from Innerleithen Community Trust to record the surviving remains of the mill lade which was once integral to many businesses in the town including several wool mills. Using techniques such as photogrammetry, measured survey and drone photography the group have created a detailed record of the lade, preserving it for future generations!

Part of the @DestTweedUK project made possible by funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund Scotland, Fallago Environment Fund and other funders.

#industry #wool #lade #innerleithen

[UHI Institute for Northern Studies @INS_UHI]

Professor Alex Sanmark & Dr Shane McLeod @ThinkUHI in the news Investigating the #viking navigation of Western Scotland https://t.co/KgtJwBReh8

[AOC Archaeology Group @aocarchaeology]

AOC Archaeology have been working with local groups along the river Tweed as part of @destinationtweeduk investigating and delving into the past.

This is just one of many projects where you can get involved and discover the benefits of investigating the past. Sign up to Uncovering the Tweed mailing list to stay posted on future events or check out Dig It events page to see what's on in your area!

While searching for lithics, digging out medieval ditches and surveying Roman forts we have had the pleasure of meeting and working with people enthusiastic about finding out more about their past and have enjoyed the conversation, company and cake!

#ScotlandDigs2025 #wellbeing #health #gettingout #cake #Archaeology #scotland

[UHI Institute for Northern Studies @INS_UHI]

Quick reminder Public Talk 7.30pm 08/05/2025 @PerthMuseumUK This is part of a joint project between the Institute for Northern Studies and Culture Perth & Kinross to deliver face to face research seminars to the public. https://t.co/kTlcWJUqY5

[Dr David Mitchell @DSM888]

We are really excited about this - please come say hello !

[Durham University @durham_uni]

Incredible archaeological discovery! 📣

The Melsonby Hoard, one of the most significant Iron Age finds in the UK, with over 800 items, has been excavated by @ArcDurham and Archaeological Services.

👉 https://t.co/dKIAPlDPXi

@HistoricEngland | @britishmuseum | @YorkshireMuseum

[NTS Archaeologist @NTS_archaeology]

Wow. We won the Best Research Project 2025 at the @CurrentArchaeo Awards for our #PioneeringSpirit project. @N_T_S @TheGlenlivet . Thanks to everyone who took part in the project and for voting for us!

[Richard Welander @RWelander]

Memorable @NatGalleriesSco exhibition. What an extraordinary collection! @ChatsworthHouse

[Richard Welander @RWelander]

‘Cracks, Chips & Copies’ Fascinating ⁦@StirHeritage⁩ seminar this afternoon by ⁦@ableminds_ building on her recent widely-reported research. Can’t wait until the next revelation! https://t.co/vOHlSjDfIA

[Cultural Heritage @StirHeritage]

Join us on 19th February/ 4:00 pm UK as we hear from @ableminds_ discussing her ground breaking findings on the #StoneofDestiny (https://t.co/luXVCPgYBL)

[Simon Gilmour @drsimongilmour]

@ableminds_ BBC News - Search for missing fragments from Stone of Destiny
https://t.co/MkxUFoNecZ

[NTS Archaeologist @NTS_archaeology]

Our #PioneeringSpirit whisky project has been nominated for a @CurrentArchaeo award. Vote here:
https://t.co/w8tQkrDQK3

[NTS Archaeologist @NTS_archaeology]

Our archaeological project on whisky production in Scotland has been nominated for a @CurrentArchaeo Award. We just need a wee dash of support! Vote now. @TheGlenlivet @N_T_S #PioneeringSpirit

[Richard Welander @RWelander]

@INS_UHI @UHIPerth_ @ThinkUHI A somewhat grim (!) but no less fascinating finale from @alexsanmark to what has been an incredible day of lectures! Many thanks @INS_UHI

[UHI Institute for Northern Studies @INS_UHI]

Finishing off an amazing day of seminars at Viking and Early Medieval Studies launch @UHIPerth_ , Professor Alex Sanmark @ThinkUHI explores Execution Sites in Medieval Sweden

#UHIVEMS #research #Vikings

[Richard Welander @RWelander]

@alexsanmark Very interesting discussion about intended audiences.

[Prof Alex Sanmark @alexsanmark]

We're back from lunch and the first paper for the afternoon Dr Victoria Thompson Whitworth on Strathclyde and sculptural expression. #uhivems

[Dr Tom Horne @HorneSupremacy]

🎬 Part 1 of my video of the astonishing Viking-Age processional roadway being brought to light in Govan Old's 1,500-year-old churchyard, home of the @govanstones.

Featuring Prof. Driscoll and David Sneddon 📺

[Richard Welander @RWelander]

@alexsanmark Fascinating talk! This whole series of lectures is a wonderful pre-Christmas treat! Thank you #UHIVEMS