Mesolithic Scotland

Mesolithic Scotland refers to the period roughly between 10,000 and 4,000 years ago, following the last Ice Age. During this time, early humans adapted to a changing landscape, relying on hunting, fishing, and gathering for food. They crafted tools from stone, wood, and bone and began to develop more sophisticated methods for survival. The environment was largely forested, encouraging a nomadic lifestyle, and communities started to establish more permanent settlements. This period marks important advancements in technology, social organization, and adapting to Scotland’s diverse and evolving landscape.