AOC Archaeology are excited to announce that we will soon be running excavations at the site of Morham Castle in East Lothian.
In the 12th century an imposing castle overlooked a secluded river valley near Haddington in East Lothian. The tower was the residence of the Morham family, who give their name to the village found there today. By the 18th century the castle was gone, destroyed and the stone robbed for the construction of other buildings. No trace is visible today, though the position is marked on several historic maps.
Join the Whiteadder project as we look for evidence of the remains of the castle of Morham!
Excavations will take place from Tuesday the 27th of August until Saturday the 31st of August. Onsite hours will be from 9am til 4pm. Whether you are a well-seasoned digger or this is your first time wielding a trowel, the excavations are open to all. There is no cost for participating in the excavations, and training will be given in excavation and recording techniques aligned with the BAJR Archaeology Skills Passport (which is also provided).
For more information, or to sign up to volunteer, please visit http://whiteadder.aocarchaeology.com/morham-a-lost-castle-in-east-lothian/ or phone Jessica on 0131 440 3593.”