Lindores Abbey 2026
Organised by: Monastic Archaeology Field School
Project Led by: Prof Alison I. Beach (University of St Andrews)
About the Project
The Monastic Archaeology Field School is committed to providing intensive educational experiences through hands-on archaeological fieldwork, historical study, and engagement with heritage management. At Lindores Abbey, we integrate field excavation and post-excavation work with lectures and discussions about the history of monasticism from its roots to the era of reformation in the sixteenth century in Scotland. Heritage Management is also a key focus, and students work toward our successful annual Open Day. An optional three-session intensive introduction to bioarchaeology is also available to interested students in the St Andrews History & Archaeology Lab.
Season 3 at Lindores Abbey: 8 June to 3 July 2026
Excavations within the monastic precinct will continue during Season 3! We will reopen Trench 2 from Season 2 to explore the monastery kitchens further. We will also reopen and expand Trench 6, to investigate a potential redorter (toilet) feature. New trenches will include Trench 13, which is planned to explore the Chapter House. Post-Excavation work will take place on site and the History & Archaeology Lab at St Andrews.
Academic Credit:
University of St Andrews Credit
Room and Board Arrangements:
Included in course fee of £5,700.
Minimum Length of Stay for Volunteers: 4 weeks
