Archaeologists to resume excavation of 1,200-year-old Pictish fort at Burghead, Moray
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Archaeologists from the Northern Picts project are returning to excavate a 1,200-year-old Pictish power base at Burghead in Moray, Scotland. Since 2015, the dig has uncovered decorated bone pins and combs, as well as timbers found in 2022 and 2023. Experts believe the fort was destroyed in the 10th Century, possibly by Vikings or internal conflict. The August dig is part of a series of archaeological events open to visitors and volunteers this summer, compiled by the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland's Dig It! project.
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bskyArchaeologists to resume excavation of 1,200-year-old Pictish fort at Burghead, Moraybbc.co.ukKey quotes
· 3 pulledExperts believe the fort was destroyed in the 10th Century, perhaps by Vikings or through internal conflict.
Excavations by the Northern Picts project have unearthed many discoveries since 2015, including decorated bone pins and combs.
August's dig is one of a number of excavations and other fieldwork people will be able to visit or volunteer at this summer.
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