Dates: Saturday 3rd Sunday 9th May 2025 Booking is essential for this event Join us as we excavate what may be the biggest roundhouse on Achtercairn! We're hoping to uncover more about this exciting site - its date, purpose, and how it may have been used and reused over time. Tom Gardner and Katie Walker are returning to lead a dig on one of the Achtercairn Roundhouses this May. As before, they will lead a group of volunteers to assist in the activity and we're looking for some recruits to help with the task. No experience needed, but a good level of fitness and the ability to attend throughout the week is required. Day 1 (Saturday 3rd May): Please arrive at the museum at 12pm for a welcome briefing and safety induction. From Sunday 4th May onwards: Meet at the museum each morning at 9:00am for coffee and coordination. We will start shuttling people up to the site around 9:30am and provide return lifts at the end of each day. Timing: We kindly ask volunteers to stick to these times. If you plan to arrive later or leave earlier on any day, please make your own way to the site. Parking: Please do not park at the cattle-grid at the top of the hill there is only space for 23 cars, which is reserved for the archaeologists and school transport during the Open Day (7 May). If youre bringing your own car, please park at the viewpoint car park, cross the road, and walk through Ardmors drive (permission has been granted by the owner). Some equipment can also be left at Ardmor if you wish. Site Access & Preparation: It is around 600m from the road to the dig site, and the trail will be way-marked. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring layered clothing, waterproofs, sun protection, and tick protection. Dont forget to bring water, snacks, and a packed lunch well be eating lunch on site each day. Facilities & Equipment: Well use the museums plant room for storing equipment and removing wet kit. The Activity Room will be available after each day for reviewing finds, talking through the days work, and planning the next steps. Please note the nearest toilet facilities are at the museum. Were looking forward to a great week of digging! If you have any questions in advance, dont hesitate to get in touch.