SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework

We're a 3 year project working with archaeologists & the public to collate the archaeology of our region and develop a strategy to fill gaps in our knowledge

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Despite another weather warning, the Galloway edition of the South West Scotland Archaeological Framework early prehistory seminar is safely underway #HESSupported #ScotArchStrat

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Having covered the Mesolithic with Tom, Louise is now taking the group through the Neolithic .

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

And we're off, despite wind and rain, discussing how the framework is evolving

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

All set up and ready to roll with our first event - talking early Prehistory chapters in Brodick. The Yellow weather warning will not stop the progress of our Research Framework!

[Dark_Galloway @DarkGalloway]

Little Balsmith Standing Stone, near Whithorn in Galloway. Incorporated into a field wall at the roadside.
#StandingStoneSunday #Scotland #Galloway

[Mining Landscapes @coal_legacies]

Despite the terrible wet it with a good turn out for the first of @HeritageFundSCO + @StirUni #MiningLandscapes family events at the Barony A Frame #Auchinleck on Wednesday Matt explained how the site re-wilded, plants identified and some stunning art work created.

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

An excellent opportunity to get involved in archaeology in SW Scotland

[ScARF @ScARFHub]

We've had a busy year so far in the ScARF team, from hosting our recent rock art workshops and @ClydeValley_ARF symposium to working on four ongoing regional research frameworks.

Read what we've been up to in our June newsletter: https://t.co/u6zSDA3wPv

#HESSupported

[Dark_Galloway @DarkGalloway]

Cup and ring rock art (Knock 4) at Clarksburn Wood, near Monreith, Dumfries and Galloway.
#StandingStoneSunday #Scotland #Galloway

[Peter @Peter_McKeague]

I am talking to the CIfA Information Management Special Interest Group on 20th May on addressing interoperability of archaeological survey data through a colour vision friendly thematic legend. Details here: https://t.co/2wCwpIGI3b @InstituteArch @CIfA_Scottish @InstituteArch

[ScARF @ScARFHub]

Another fantastic day at our second @RoyalSocEd funded Rock Art Workshop last Saturday in Kirkcudbright.

Huge thanks to our brilliant speakers and participants, including the @SWScot_ARF team.

Looking forward to the Culloden workshop later this month!

[Society of Antiquaries of Scotland @socantscot]

Wrecked in 1820, PS Comet was Europe’s first commercial steamship and holds an important place in the history of steam-powered navigation.

Dive into this "wreck of international significance" with @wessexarch at #ARP2025 in Edinburgh (or online) on 3 May: https://t.co/feHMHljMcA

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Our neighbours over at CVARF have their annual symposium coming up in June ... you might find it interesting!

[CVARF @ClydeValley_ARF]

Registration for our #CVARF symposium is open! Get your tickets here: https://t.co/6yez7x7m58 before the 16th May to attend!

[BBC Scotland News @BBCScotlandNews]

See a Neolithic chambered cairn in the south of Scotland recreated in 3D https://t.co/bNNVUWVGjG

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Field trip 2 of the Rock Art Workshop went over to the Stewartry Museum, where we were welcomed by Isla and saw their cast of High Banks, other panels, and ex situ carvings. Great discussions were had! #ScotArchStrat

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Andrew gave a great presentation to Rock Art Workshop on managing the historic environment as a Local Authority officer and the importance of a local accessible HER, data standards and understanding policy limits. #ScotArchStrat

[Dundonald Castle @DundonaldCastle]

It's #CommunityTourismDay25 and we’re proud to be part of it 🥳

Community is at the heart of all we do—from events to tours, & coffee to clubs

Thanks to all who help us thrive✨

Read our @VisitScotland case study on #ScotVisitorEconomy https://t.co/JnjPCUMRbH

@SCOTOnetwork

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Tertia dives into setting the scene for the Rock Art Workshop with what we know so far

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

And the Rock Art Workshop is off with Helen launching the day ##ScotArchStrat

[SW Scotland Archaeological Research Framework @SWScot_ARF]

Signing in underway at today's D&G Rock Art Workshop - an exciting day ahead! #ScotArchStrat @RoyalSocEd @socantscot