Cromarty Medieval Burgh Community Archaeology Project

On the shores of Cromarty Firth. The site was discovered eroding out of coastal deposits after a storm.

This rotary quernstone was set on the floor amongst paving.

Close-up of upper quernstone showing stick holes.

A large lower quernstone has been set into the base of a wall.

This is a great Community Archaeology Project run by Mary Peteranna and Steve Birch. Medieval Cromarty is being rediscovered with the help of volunteers of all ages. Ceramics, mammal and fish bones, and a number of intriguing stone discs have been recovered already. The rotary querns in the photographs were placed in walls and floors of the buildings. For more information go to http://www.medievalcromarty.org