Scottish Crannog Centre

04/06/2026

THE CRANNOG HAS GOT ITS HAT ON HIP-HIP-HIP HOORAY!

The thatching of the Crannog is now complete!
A huge thank you to our incredible thatching team, who worked through sun, wind, and rain to give the Crannog its hat.
Every day, the Crannog moves one step closer to completion. The hazel hurdle walls are being crafted on site before being installed, the flooring is going in, and work continues on the outer walkway.
We're so close to the finish line now, and it's amazing to see the project taking shape.
Keep an eye out for updates as we approach the completion of the Crannog!

02/06/2026

FINGERPRINT LABYRINTH – 15TH JUNE

We are delighted to welcome the Fingerprint Labyrinth to the Crannog.

Created by the Iona Community in response to Amnesty International’s 2024 report on increasing restrictions on protest across Europe, this unique labyrinth takes the form of a fingerprint – a reminder that every one of us is unique.

Fingerprints have been used since prehistoric times, appearing in ancient cave art, while labyrinths are an age-old form designed to be walked mindfully. Following the winding path to the centre and back again offers an opportunity for reflection, contemplation, and connection.

The Fingerprint Labyrinth also reminds us that while each of us is unique, we share so much in common, including the vast majority of our genetic make-up.

The labyrinth is included with general admission and will be in our Iron Age village from 11.30am - 4.30pm

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29/05/2026

MIDSUMMER MUSIC AT THE CRANNOG

Saturday 20th June 6.30pm - 9.00pm. Adult: £35, Child: £25

Celebrate Midsummer with us at the Crannog for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and entertainment.
Enjoy a surprise headline act, alongside Munro Guald and Friends with their storytelling extravaganza, plus live music from local band, The Tartan Cowboys.

Refreshments, Snacks and Smidge will also be available throughout the evening.

Join us for a magical midsummer night filled with great music, good vibes and probably midges!

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Limited tickets available.

27/05/2026

We had an amazing weekend at our Twill event!
A huge thank you to all the crafters who joined us. It was a busy and inspiring weekend filled with visitors, hands-on activities, and all things textiles.
We’re already looking forward to our next event — Midsummer Music on 20th June — featuring a very special headline act. Stay tuned for more details!

24/05/2026

We are really grateful for all the support that First Minister John Swinney has shown and continues to show for our Centre. He came to the unveiling of our new crannog on Friday and we were absolutely thrilled to have him present us with a plaque which recognises The Scottish Crannog Centre as a "nationally significant collection". It was awarded by Museums Galleries Scotland on behalf of The Scottish Government.

The First Minister is pictured here with some of our team (from left to right): Georgia, Emma, Mike, our Director, and Nadia.

Pic by Martin Shields Photography.

23/05/2026

Thanks to STV News in Dundee for covering the unveiling of our brand new crannog. It's worth watching this super piece to find out more and have a look inside!

One of Scotland's most unique visitor attractions officially opened...

22/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who came along to the unveiling of our new crannog. We had a truly amazing day celebrating with the Scottish Crannog Centre family which reaches far and wide. Pictured here is the superb singer Barbara Dickson who performed specially for us to mark the occasion. She is pictured here with four-year-old Albie Dunlop. Picture thanks to Martin Shields Photography.

19/05/2026

DAY 617 OF BUILDING A CRANNOG

This week, the bridge was finally completed and the thatching has officially begun. The project is coming together beautifully, and we’re getting incredibly close to the finish.

It’s been amazing to see everything take shape after so much hard work. Watch along to see the latest progress, and if you’d like to experience it for yourself, come and visit us in person!

15/05/2026

THATCHING HAS BEGUN!

Work has begun on thatching the crannog roof, marking another major milestone in the project’s rapid progress.

The team has fixed hazel purlins into place, carefully tying the rods to the roof frame to create the structure needed to support the reed thatch. Once this framework is complete, it will be all hands on deck to begin laying and securing the reed across the roof.

The process is highly physical and requires great care and coordination, with the build team working at height in full protective equipment while balancing across the roof structure. The far side of the roof is the first section to be thatched, offering the first real glimpse of how the finished crannog will look.

A final ridge section, often referred to as the “hat” of the roof, will then be added once the main body of thatching is complete. This will be secured to the purlins to create a weatherproof finish.

Using traditional materials, including reed for the thatch and hazel rods for the purlins, the crannog is quickly coming together. The rapid progress has transformed it from a timber framework into a recognisable historic structure.

13/05/2026

TWILL - 23RD & 24TH MAY

Join us for a weekend of academic talks and hands on activities focussing on the importance of textiles from the Iron Age to the Modern day.
Learn about sustainable fashion; join in with workshops ; and listen to talks from academics.
We look forward to welcoming you!

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