Re: [scots-l] Re: scots-l-digest V1 #420

[Stuart Eydmann]

Why would anyone wish to pull thatch?

Bracken was, of course, a readily available roofing material in much of
upland rural Scotland and the idea was to harvest as much of the plant as
possible to ensure maximum usability.

Unfortunately I am not in my office so cannot refer to Historic Scotland's
Teachnical Advice Note: The Archaeology of Scottish Thatch but I'm sute
there is good information there.

On the subject of braken and historic buildings you may wish to visit the
website:

http://www.tioram.org.uk/bracken.htm

Stuart Eydmann

Posted to Scots-L - The Traditional Scottish Music & Culture List - To 
subscribe/unsubscribe, point your browser to: http://www.tullochgorm.com/lists.html