The final volume in Tam Ward’s illustrated exploration of South Lanarkshire’s archaeological and historical treasures. This guide takes readers on a journey through the region’s remarkable heritage, from prehistoric monuments and Roman remains to medieval castles, historic churches and industrial landmarks. Featuring sites including Bothwell Castle, Hamilton Mausoleum, New Lanark and Biggar, it highlights the buildings, landscapes and monuments that tell the story of South Lanarkshire’s rich and varied past.

The third illustrated volume exploring South Lanarkshire’s archaeological and historical treasures. Tam Ward presents a remarkable collection of objects spanning the Bronze Age to more recent centuries, including prehistoric gold ornaments, bronze weapons, Pictish silver chains, Roman artefacts and medieval coin hoards. Later treasures include the Lamington sapphire ring, the Boghall Gun and historic objects from local churches and museums. Together, these discoveries reveal the rich craftsmanship, culture and heritage of the region.

The second of four illustrated reports exploring South Lanarkshire’s archaeological heritage. Focusing on prehistoric pottery and jewellery, Tam Ward examines discoveries from the Neolithic and Bronze Age, including early farming vessels, decorated pottery, burial urns and personal ornaments. Featuring finds from Biggar Common, Melbourne Farm, Carwood Hill and Camps Reservoir, the report reveals how these objects provide evidence of changing lifestyles, craftsmanship, burial traditions and cultural connections across prehistoric Scotland.

The first of four illustrated reports exploring South Lanarkshire’s remarkable archaeological heritage. Focusing on the Stone Ages, Tam Ward presents prehistoric discoveries spanning approximately 14,000 years, from the earliest hunter-gatherers to the Bronze Age. Featuring stone tools, arrowheads, axes and other artefacts recovered across the region, the report highlights important sites including Howburn Farm, Daer Reservoir and Biggar Common, revealing the area’s significance in understanding Scotland’s earliest inhabitants.

This report documents archaeological surveys and excavations at Millhill of Wandel, near Wandel Mill in South Lanarkshire. Investigations revealed the remains of buildings, agricultural enclosures, cobbled pathways and drainage features associated with a post-medieval farming settlement. Finds included pottery, clay pipes and metal objects, providing evidence of rural life. An accompanying report, Hartside/Devonshaw: Post-medieval Landscape Survey 2022, records nearby field banks, enclosures and features associated with historic farming, identified through LiDAR imagery and field survey.