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Archeaological dig unearths a mysterious history for rural Aberdeenshire

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An archaeological dig, carried out on the lower slopes of Bennachie, comes to a close this week, after proving that the area has been inhabited for hundreds of years.

The Bennachie Landscape Project, a joint programme between the Bailies of Bennachie and Aberdeen University, has been excavating throughout July and August, revealing some interesting discoveries in the process.

Archaeologist Colin Shepherd, a member of the BLG said: “We have established that people used to live in this part of land and that the various bumps and mounds in the landscape are man-made structures.

“There is clear evidence of a substantial cottage or small farmstead and other building remains. An old trackway, clay or wattle walls and drystane and ‘feal’ dykes have all been found through this dig.”

Many people visited the site during the excavation, with more than 20 people turning up at the open day to take part in Mr Shepherd’s tours around the project’s findings.

The archaeologist added: “As often happens, as soon as we have evidence to answer some questions, new mysteries emerge. It seems this area has a very complicated history and it is worth further exploration.”

The area, which is located on the Pittodrie House Hotel estate, is now being closed up, but the Bennachie Landscape Group hope to return for further investigations next summer.

For more information, contact Fiona Cormack at outreach@bailiesofbennachie.co.uk