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Students Uncover 1000-Year-Old Church
Students from King Charles' school find Viking-era church ruins on Scottish island.
In brief
Students from King Charles' school find Viking-era church ruins on Scottish island. Gordonstoun students discovered 10th-11th century Viking church foundations on Swona island. Originally reported by Fox News.
Students Uncover Ancient Church
Students from Gordonstoun school found 1000-year-old church ruins on Swona island.
Church Dates to 10th Century
The church likely built between 1000 and 1000 years ago.
Altar Foundations Discovered
Students uncovered altar foundations and a step inside the church ruins.
Viking Era Church
The church dates to the 10th or 11th century, based on Viking-era similarities.
Students Describe Discovery
Archie Maclean said seeing the altar made the discovery feel real after years of erosion.
“When you see the altar in person, you go, 'Oh my gosh, it's still an altar after all of this time'”
Students Work on Island
Students traveled 10 hours to Swona island for archaeological work.
Next Steps for Research
Students plan to create 3D model of church using GPS data next year.
The key point
Gordonstoun students discovered 10th-11th century Viking church foundations on Swona island.
