Islay Heritage

Constitutional objectives

Islay Heritage is devoted to furthering knowledge about the prehistoric and historic past of the Isle of Islay's via its archaeological sites and monuments, the many ways in which they can be explored and enjoyed by everyone. It has four specific purposes: Research | Rannsachadh: Islay Heritage aims to discover and understand more about Islay's past, by undertaking archaeological surveys and excavations on the island, and supporting those undertaken by other bodies, such universities and archaeological units. Education | Foghlam: Islay Heritage will support Islay Schools, lonad Chaluim Chille Ìle (The Gaelic College) and community groups to develop projects, arrange visits to sites and participate in excavations. It will arrange public lectures, archaeological walking tours and community-based events. Learning about archaeological sites and monuments not only informs us about the past, but can also stimulate art, drama, music, creative writing and science. Recreation | Cur-seachad: Islay Heritage aims to make Islay's archaeological sites and monuments more accessible. This involves planning a heritage trail across the island, with way-marked routes, improved access, and information boards at the sites, undertaking this with the consent of all stakeholders including landowners, tenant farmers and residents. We believe the wild experience of walking on Islay must be preserved, so trails will be discrete and sustainable, with no disturbance to farming and other activities already taking place on the island. We also aim to promote the use of archaeological monuments and sites in other recreational activities. They make wonderful subjects for photography, painting and storytelling. Conservation | Ghèidhteachais: Islay Heritage will help conserve archaeological sites and monuments for future generations. Maximum text reached, further full information can be obtained directly from the charity.