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.
What are we digging in Govan Old's 1,500-year-old churchyard?
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.
21 Sept 2025
Breaking News: Early Medieval Gateway Found at Govan Old?
Have we just found the first sign of a monumental early medieval gateway guarding the grand Viking-Age processional way into Govan Old?
Seemingly constructed at the time the Govan Stones were being carved at the Christian heart of the the Strathclyde Britons' kingdom, this season's find of a massive posthole with impressively large, and extremely intriguing, packing stones 1 metre to the north of the roadway discovered as part of the 1996/7 Time Team episode is of enormous significance.
Listen to Govan Early Medieval's Annemarie Franz chat to Professor Steve Driscoll of University of Glasgow Archaeology to find out the latest on this amazing find and what it means for our understanding of Govan Old and Strathclyde in the years around AD 900.
The 2025 dig was a University of Glasgow Archaeology Field School that was held in conjunction with Clyde Archaeology.
The episode image is by Bex Simpson.
5 Jun 2025
Alex Harvey: Sensational Early Medievalist
Alex Harvey, early medievalist, discusses Strathclyde and the kingdoms of early medieval Britain with Tom in this interview episode.
21 Apr 2025
The Govan Stones and Govan Old in 2025
In this episode, Tom, Annemarie, and Bex look forward to the 2025 season at the Govan Stones, Govan Old, and our 1,500-year-old churchyard!
9 Jan 2025
Dirham Silver Coins in the Irish Sea Region
In this episode, Dr Tom Horne delves into the fascinating history of why, how and when silver dirham coins from Central and Western Asia reached the Irish Sea Region of Britain and Ireland in the Viking Age, a journey of vast distances across Scandinavian-dominated trade networks.
26 Nov 2024
The Viking Great Army in Northern Britain: Pt 3
Dr. Tom Horne shares the final installment of his in-depth analysis of the Viking Great Army's campaign in Northern Britain, revealing the strategic masterstrokes that shaped the region's history.
26 Nov 2024
The Viking Great Army in Northern Britain: Pt 2
Dr. Tom Horne shares his insights on the Viking Great Army's strategic gamesmanship in Northern Britain, revealing how its military campaigns forever altered the region's historical landscape.
26 Nov 2024
The Viking Great Army in Northern Britain: Pt 1
Dr. Tom Horne shares his insights on the Viking Great Army's strategic gameplay in Northern Britain, revealing the intricacies of their military campaigns and conquests.
1 Nov 2024
The Govan Hogbacks: Amuse-bouche
Bex and Tom uncover the secrets of the Govan hogbacks, five colossal stone monuments that showcase intricate Viking-Age craftsmanship and fantastical designs.
26 Jul 2024
Iona and Govan - with Dr. Adrián Maldonado
Dr. Adrián Maldonado discusses the striking similarities in early Christian art and cult practice between Iona and Govan Old with Dr. Tom Horne, revealing new insights into the significance of Govan's recumbent cross slabs.
15 Jul 2024
The Govan (Jordanhill) Cross
Dr. Tom Horne shares insights on the intricately carved Govan Cross, exploring its Viking-Age origins, Pictish influence, and cultural significance in the early-medieval kingdom of Strathclyde Britons.
16 Jun 2024
Peter Ross, Govan Stones Evangelist
Award-winning author and journalist Peter Ross, expert on Govan and the Govan Stones, shares insights into the significance and history of these ancient monuments and their enduring cultural impact.
9 Jun 2024
Exclusive! Prof. Steve Driscoll on Govan Old Churchyard archaeology
Bex talks to Prof. Steve Driscoll about the 1,500-year-old Govan Old Churchyard, uncovering its rich history and the future of community-led archaeology excavations.
9 May 2024
The Govan School: Elderslie Cross
Archie Henderson, Social History Researcher at Paisley Museum, explores the significance of the Govan School of stone carving and the fragments of the stunning Elderslie Cross, revealing the artistry and craftsmanship of Scotland's medieval past.
13 Mar 2024
The Stones in 3D
Alistair Carty from Archaeoptics explains how his pioneering 3D heritage preservation techniques are revolutionizing the way we understand ancient monuments like the Govan Stones.
28 Feb 2024
The Govan Sarcophagus
Govan Early Medieval historian Dr. Richard Oram and Dr. Eileen Ewan delve into the enigmatic Govan Sarcophagus, uncovering its intricate carvings and shedding light on its possible royal connections.
27 Jan 2024
Tour de Stones
Dr. Tom Horne takes listeners on a guided tour of the Govan Stones, uncovering their historical significance and cultural importance.
1 Jan 2024
Govan Early Medieval Podcast - Ep. 1
Volunteers Tom, Bex, and Annemarie from the Govan Stones museum in Glasgow share their favorite Govan Stones and explore the 1,500-year-old churchyard surrounding the Govan Old church.
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