Publications

Great Crowns of Stone

Great Crowns of Stone draws on studies stretching back to the early 16th century. A landmark book, it presents the most radical & complete account of these evocative ancient monuments ever published.

Green Recovery Statement for The Historic Environment

Using Scotland’s Past to Support Our Future

Our historic environment can make a vital contribution to Scotland’s green recovery from the pandemic and its transition to net zero and a climate resilient society. Find out how in this Statement.

The Early-Medieval Texts

Edinburgh Castle Research

Research investigating the early source material relating to Edinburgh Castle

TAN 13 - The Archaeology of Scottish Thatch

A guide to applying archaeological techniques to thatch and thatching in Scotland.

The Medieval Documents

Edinburgh Castle Research

Research investigating the early source material relating to Edinburgh Castle.

Farm Architecture

Information on the Listing of farm buildings in Scotland.

Places: Glenrothes Town Art

A short guide to the distinctive sculptures of Glenrothes, Fife.

Painted ceilings from 16th and 17th century properties

A technical paper commissioned in collaboration with AOC Archaeology providing information on a collection of painted ceilings from 16th and 17th century properties.

Architects Volume 2

Peter Womersley

This booklet is the second in a series celebrating the work of Scotland’s architects. Volume 2 covers Peter Womersley. Each volume will focus on influences and key buildings.

How To: Research

Researching Scotland's Towns and Cities

Guides to help you research Scotland's buildings and urban spaces using archives, online databases and newspapers.

Shifting Sands

Links of Noltland, Westray: Interim Report on Neolithic and Bronze Age Excavations 2007–09

Shifting Sands documents some of the most remarkable discoveries including the Westray Wife, a Neolithic stone figurine, now recognised as the earliest depiction of the human form known from Scotland.

Scotland's Sporting Buildings

Scotland’s Sporting Buildings brings the special interest of these sites and structures to life for the first time in a fascinating and accessible guide.