Ictis Heritage Research – Alasdair MacIlleathain

Services

Heritage & Historical Research

At Ictis Heritage Research, we provide independent heritage and historical research services for individuals, community groups, businesses, and organisations.

Our work combines detailed research, historical interpretation, mapping, and public engagement to help uncover, preserve, and present the history of buildings, landscapes, and communities.

Building & Site History

Research into the history and development of historic buildings, sites, and landscapes.

Services may include:

  • Historic building reports
  • Site histories
  • Desk-Based Assessments (DBAs)
  • Historical research
  • Historic map analysis
  • GIS mapping and diagrams
  • Photography and visual recording
  • Timelines and development studies

Suitable for:
Historic homes, pubs, churches, landscapes, community projects, and conservation work.

Historical Research

Independent historical research tailored to academic, public, genealogical, and heritage projects.

Services may include:

  • Local history research
  • Genealogical and family history research
  • Archive and documentary research
  • Media and consultancy support
  • Historical fact-checking
  • Research for publications and exhibitions

Heritage Interpretation & Display

Helping communities and organisations present history in engaging and accessible ways.

Services may include:

  • Heritage trails
  • Interpretation panels
  • Leaflets and visitor material
  • Timeline displays
  • Exhibition content
  • Educational interpretation
  • Community heritage projects

Suitable for councils, heritage organisations, museums, schools, businesses, and tourism initiatives.

Public Talks & Educational Sessions

Tailor-made talks and educational sessions for schools, societies, community groups, and organisations.

Topics may include:

  • Local history
  • Historic buildings
  • Landscape history
  • Folklore and tradition
  • Archaeology and heritage
  • Historical research methods

Sessions can include visual presentations, maps, imagery, and audience discussion.

Additional Services

We may also provide:

  • Historical photography and recording
  • Research support for heritage projects
  • Primary document transcription and interpretation
  • Community heritage consultation
  • Historical interpretation support

Portfolio

Examples of previous and ongoing work include:

  • Building history reports
  • Heritage interpretation projects
  • Historical timelines and displays
  • GIS mapping projects
  • Local history research

Please visit our Portfolio page for examples of previous work.

Contact

To discuss a project, commission research, or enquire about talks and heritage services, please get in touch via the Contact page.