Archaeological Digs in Scotland

Dig It! has compiled a list of archaeological digs and site visits across Scotland for 2025, many of which are free or low-cost and open to volunteers of all experience levels. Opportunities include:

• Volunteering: Join digs at sites like Cammo Estate (Edinburgh), Tormain Hill, Bannockburn House (Stirling), Upsettlington and Fairnilee (Scottish Borders), and Swartigill (Highlands). Activities range from excavation and surveying to finds processing and heritage recording.
• Site Visits: Observe excavations at locations such as Knowe of Swandro (Orkney), Skaill Farm, Spurness, and Kelvin Wheelies Skatepark (Glasgow).
• Taster Sessions: Participate in short-term digs at sites like Battle Hill (Aberdeenshire) and King’s Park (Stirling).