The project started as a dissertation topic for an MA in Landscape Archaeology, for which it was perfect as the Upper Glen has upstanding archaeological remains from the prehistoric period to the Hydro-electric dams of the 1950's.

The quantity and quality of the previously unrecorded archaeology is superb, and in the comparatively small area of the original study area (c.3 square miles centred c. NN 5042, chiefly within the Cashlie estate) over 40 new sites were identified. These new sites included clearly defined settlements with boundary walls, (one with an associated field system) shieling settlements and agricultural terraces. All these new sites have been plotted, photographed, recorded and been planned as measured sketches.

The project, always somewhat sporadic due to available time, has sadly lapsed over the last two or three years due to work commitment. I intend however to take some time off this year to complete as much of the fieldwork as possible. I would be very grateful for any advice, and for information on structure types (eg. longhouses, corn dryers etc).

The project started in 1996 and there is no clear end date.

The results of the project will be passed on to the Royal Commission and a copy of the finished product will be given to the Perth Sandeman and A.K. Bell libraries.

Submitted by:
Dan Bashford, April 2003
Contact Dan Bashford on dan.bashford@oxfordarch.co.uk