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Angus Flagstone Roofing - Volumes 1 & 2

This two-volume report documents desk and field based studies, carried out, mainly in 2023, to explore the use of Angus flagstone as a traditional roof covering.

Volume 1 - Literature Review and Case Studies

This volume comprises a literature review, case studies and comments on the status of this built heritage. It concludes with a discussion of the risks associated with the material.

Volume 2 - Audit of Known Examples

This volume presents the results of an audit, covering mainly the areas of Angus, Dundee, Fife and Perth & Kinross. It records the location and status of known remaining examples of flagstone-roofed buildings.


  • Audiences

    Planners and Owners

  • Date Published

    20 July 2026

  • Publisher

    Historic Environment Scotland

  • Publication Types

    Research

  • Author(s)

    Sara Carruthers

    Sara is an independent consultant and Certified Building Conservation Specialist (Project Manager, Regulatory) with the Chartered Institute of Building who has specialised in the conservation of historic buildings and monuments for over 25 years.

  • Format(s)

    Download PDF

    Download PDF

  • Language

    English

  • Subjects

    Materials


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A cover page for Angus Flagstone Roofing Volume 1: Literature Review and Case Studies, featuring a photo of a mossy flagstone roof