Angus Flagstone Roofing - Volumes 1 & 2

A two-volume report exploring the use of Angus flagstone as a traditional roof covering. The report documents desk and field based studies.

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.

A cover page for Angus Flagstone Roofing Volume 1: Literature Review and Case Studies, featuring a photo of a mossy flagstone roof
  • Date Published: 20 July 2026
  • Publisher: Historic Environment Scotland
  • Publication Types: Research
  • Areas of Interest: HES, Engine Shed
  • Audiences: Planners and Owners
  • Subjects: Materials
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  • Language: English
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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.

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Local Digital Format (Rank: 0)

angus-flagstone-roofing-volume-1.pdf (4.71 mb)

Angus Flagstone Roofing: Volume 1

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angus-flagstone-roofing-volume-2.pdf (24.02 mb)

Angus Flagstone Roofing: Volume 2

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