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FULLY BOOKED Towers of the Tweed: Whytbank Tower

FULLY BOOKED This event was re-scheduled after the previous date having to be cancelled unavoidably at short notice, with places going to those who had previously signed up. Please keep an eye on the events calendar, or join the Uncovering the Tweed mailing list, to find out about further opportunities for participation.

FULLY BOOKED Towers of the Tweed: Torwoodlee Tower & Fishers Tower

FULLY BOOKED This event was re-scheduled after the previous date having to be cancelled unavoidably at short notice, with places going to those who had previously signed up. Please keep an eye on the events calendar, or join the Uncovering the Tweed mailing list, to find out about further opportunities for participation.  

FULLY BOOKED Geophysical Survey at Sprouston

FULLY BOOKED Join AOC Archaeology Group’s geophysics team for an intro to geophysical survey at Sprouston investigating prehistoric through to early medieval activity, as part of Uncovering the Tweed. We will be investigating the context of a series of cropmarks depicting activity from prehistory to present. Meet for an introduction to resistivity survey technique, then […]

FULLY BOOKED Geophysical Survey near Roxburgh Castle

Join AOC Archaeology Group’s geophysical survey team for an intro to geophysical survey near Roxburgh Castle as part of Uncovering the Tweed, investigating the medieval settlement and structures. Meet for an introduction to resistivity survey technique, then take part in data collection from 10am to 2pm. Access: There is parking near site and participants should […]

Towers of the Tweed: Wallace’s Tower, Roxburgh

As part of the programme of events for Uncovering the Tweed, AOC Archaeology Group will be holding a skills training day at Wallace’s Tower, Roxburgh. The site visit will focus on using records of the site to better understand the historic tower. Volunteers will undertake recording which will include written records, detailed photography and photogrammetry. […]

Tree planting volunteers needed!

Borders Forest Trust’s 2025/26 planting season is now underway! Borders Forest Trust is aiming to plant another 20,000 trees in the next planting season – including 15,000 funded by Destination Tweed – and they need your help! Come prepared with sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the great outdoors and changing weather. 🚌 The Wild […]