Govan Early Medieval
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Govan Early Medieval is an archaeology and history podcast about early medieval Europe by volunteers at the Govan Stones museum in Glasgow, Scotland. The museum is a world-class collection of dozens of Viking-Age carved stones from the lost 'Dark Ages' Brittonic Kingdom of Strathclyde and is open 7 days, 1-4pm, with free entry.
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The podcast focuses on various aspects of early medieval history, particularly concerning the Viking Age and the Brittonic Kingdom of Strathclyde. Episodes cover topics such as the history of silver dirham coins in the Irish Sea, the notable Viking Great Army, and specific artifacts like the Govan Hogbacks and Sarcophagus, showcasing the cultural influences and excavations at Govan.
Govan Early Medieval is an archaeology and history podcast about early medieval Europe by volunteers at the Govan Stones museum in Glasgow, Scotland. The museum is a world-class collection of dozens of Viking-Age carved stones from the lost ‘Dark Ages’ Brittonic Kingdom of Strathclyde and is open 7 days a week from April until November, 11am-4pm, with free entry.
As the 2026 season in Govan Old’s 1,500-year-old churchyard continues, our own Dr Tom Horne tells you everything you need to know about the archaeology going on in the graveyard around Govan Old church, home of the world-famous early medieval and Viking-Age carved stone collection known as the Govan Stones.
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