Archaeologists have been uncovering ornately decorated Pictish stones across northern Scotland for many years. For many, the sculptures' mysterious carvings of animals and symbols are impressive ...

Just over a metre of the original two metre-tall (6ft) stone survives. Rare 1,200-year-old Pictish stone discovered The beasts were carved down the side of a cross. John Borland, of Historic ...

All the animals depicted on the Pictish stones are lifelike and easily recognizable—all but one. The exception is a strange beast with an elongated beak or muzzle, a head locket or spout ...

Excavation work near Doune on a Pictish stone of potential “international significance” is to feature in a BBC TV show early in the new year. The Old Kilmadock and its Pictish stone will soon ...

Large stones, carved by Pictish craftsmen with symbols and scenes, were erected in the landscape throughout Pictland. These stones are the most identifiable objects associated with Pictish culture.