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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Archaeologists uncover lost royal castle on a Scottish island

A lost 13th–15th-century Lords of the Isles royal castle on Islay spans two islands linked by a causeway, including a stone tower and great hall.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Archaeologists uncover forgotten Scottish castle thought to have been home to kings

A forgotten royal castle that is believed to have once been home to kings who ruled parts of Scotland has been discovered in a major archaeological project. In a recently released book, archaeologists reveal the existence of a castle at Finlaggan, on the isle of Islay, which is unnamed and previously unknown from the 12th and 13th centuries. Archaeologists have spent nearly 30 years analysing research that was undertaken at the historical site on Islay from 1989 to 1998.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

A tantalising mystery': could I find the standing stone on a Scottish island from a childhood photo?

A found childhood photograph triggers a personal journey to rediscover an Islay standing stone and recall the island's landscape, ferry crossing, and folklore.
fromInsideHook
4 weeks ago

The World's Most Heavily-Peated Whisky Returns With a Winner

the best time of year for Scotch drinkers,
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Beer
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

Review: This Year's Ardbeg Day Release Defies Gravity

Ardbeg Smokiverse celebrates experimentation in whisky-making, releasing a limited edition for Ardbeg Day that's known for its fruity character. It showcases unique brewing techniques.
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