Fieldwork

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Roman Road Research & Excavations

Easter, May and August 2020 Bank Holidays, Chichester (From £10 pp)

At Exton the Grid of a potential Roman site has been found. Over Easter 2020 a machine trench over 2 Grid Lines and 2 Roman Road Lanes will be excavated, and it is hoped to establish the state of Roman development over this Grid. This is an opportunity to experience archaeology as often occurs on professional digs. A training course of five modules is available. They cover: Site Layout and Recording, Excavation, Surveying, Finds Processing, Geophysics and new Roman Road methods. They consist of instruction and exercises. You need to book for at least 5 days to complete the course - but you can carry it over to next year. The training course is optional. Experienced and novice excavators welcome. Further details contact Dr Richard Whaley, Field Works & School Director, 2 Rotherwick Court, Alexandra Road, Farnborough GU14 6DD (SEA appreciated), 01252 548115, 07599 875708 or visit the dig online Information and Booking Form - http://www.nehhas.org.uk/dig.htm

Colemore Project

28.5.20-30.6.20, South Downs National Park, Hampshire

Set amongst the rolling hills in the west of the South Downs National Park, halfway between Alton and Petersfield. Little was known about the site until the landowner discovered some pottery dating to the Romano-British period when the field had a final ploughing before it was laid to pasture. In 2009, a chance comment during an organised walk led to ongoing investigations by Liss Archaeology. During this time over half of the field has undergone geophysical survey revealing a

fascinating buried landscape of past rural settlement. Eleven seasons of excavations and test pits plus deskbased research and topographical survey have taken place. Training (by request) is available in all aspects of archaeology, all skills levels welcome. Volunteers from all walks of life are welcome to take part. From 18 to 80’s, all abilities. For further information, please contact us lissarchaeology@ gmail.com or book through our website www.lissarchaeology.uk

Bridge Farm Excavations, Culver Archaeological Project

1.6.20 – 11.7.20 Barcombe, Sussex

Excavation and finds processing at this regionally important, finds-rich, defended 1st-4th century RomanoBritish settlement just north of Lewes. Volunteering fees £25 for 7 days, £40 for 14 days or £60 for 6 week season. Camping, including dig fees, at £50 per week with use of hot showers, flushing

WCs, fully equipped kitchen and laundry in the site HQ building. See www.culverproject.co.uk for more details or email join@culverproject. co.uk for application form.

Welby Archaeological Training Excavation 2020

15-19.6.20, 22-26.20, Welby, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (£250 pp) Join Mercian Archaeological Services CIC in the beautiful Leicester countryside for this week-long training excavation, which focuses on the teaching of archaeological excavation methods. As well as offering the very best in archaeological training and support, this training excavation is tailored towards enabling attendees to fulfil requirements of the Archaeological Skills Passport. This course focuses on excavation, it is suitable for all levels from beginner to experienced digger. For those wishing to develop their skills, for students and post-graduates seeking to fulfil the practical experience requirements of their courses… for those wishing to pursue a career in archaeology, or improve their knowledge to give them the edge at work… for those looking to acquire cross-transferable skills… for volunteer diggers wishing to raise their game, impress their friends, and increase their enjoyment of archaeology and heritage through a greater skill set and knowledge base…. through to people simply wishing to learn for the love of learning… http://mercian-as.co.uk/welby.html

Archaeology at Ashton Court

21.6-24.7.20, Bristol, price varies

Archaeology at Ashton Court is an exciting programme that involves local primary schools, secondary schools, sixth formers and members of the community in excavating one of Bristol’s most iconic landmarks. The 2020 field schools provide a unique opportunity to find out what archaeology really involves, learn useful skills, meet new people, experience a real dig and discover a whole range of exciting post-excavation techniques. All profits help support the work of Bristol Museum and help us to offer archaeological experiences to young people. Field schools are directed by Bristol Museum and led by experienced experts. Sessions are suitable for complete beginners to those who have studied archaeology before but are keen to find out more. They are open to everyone aged 16 and over. For more information contact field school director Kate Iles, Curator of Archaeology for Bristol Culture & Creative Industries - kate.iles@bristol. gov.uk. For details on the Fieldschools please visit www.bristolmuseums.org. uk/tag/field-school

Strata Florida Archaeology Field School 2020

30.6- 27.7.20, Pontrhydfendigaid, Ceredigion, Wales. £295 per week (accommodation and food included) £1580 4 week accredited 20 credit module £40 Digger Days (lunch included)

Join our field school set in the beautiful Welsh countryside, surrounded by history, culture and archaeology! From remains of the 12th Century Cistercian monastery to the

17th Century gentry farmhouse and farmstead, there is much to discover. The school will offer a fully accessible training programme and include a wide variety of archaeological excavation and survey techniques developed through our skills passport; from understanding how to correctly use a trowel through to the collection of geophysical data for archaeological mapping. There is also an option for a 4 week accredited 20 credit module, mainly aimed at level 4 students.The SFAFS will be delivered by the Strata Florida Trust in partnership with The Prince’s Foundation, Breaking Ground Heritage, Allchurches Trust, Sacred Landscapes Research Project and the University of Wales Trinity St David. For more information:: www.strata floridatrust.org/join-the-dig?lang=cy

Sherwood Forest Archaeological Training Field School 2020

13-17.7.20, 20-25.7.20, 10-14.8.20, 17-21.8.20. Kings Clipstone (£250 pp)

This is a ‘training field school’ where you will learn about all aspects of archaeological excavation and receive hands on training and learning from archaeological professionals in the heart of Sherwood Forest. As well as offering the best in archaeological training and support, the 2020 Field School is tailored towards enabling attendees to fulfil the requirements of the Archaeological Skills Passport. Suitable for all levels from beginner to experienced digger. We cover the Core Skills of the Archaeological Skills Passport: Handtools (Trowel etc); Handtools (Spade, Mattock etc); Site Formation Processes; Stratigraphic Excavation; Context Sheet Recording; Site Photography; Site Grid and Trench Layout; Dumpy Level and Staff; Planning; Section Drawing; Artefact Recovery; Recording & Storage; Site Safety. Please note accommodation is not provided. http://mercian-as.co.uk/fieldschool. html#sherwoodschool

Alton Big Dig

13-28.7.20

Season 2 of an exciting archaeological investigation into the heritage of Alton, Hampshire and part of The Festival of Archaeology. Crop marks within the Town Gardens in the hot, dry summer of 2018, led to a geophysical survey and in 2019, test pits in the park plus nearby properties. The Big Dig in July focuses on expanding the results and providing educational activities for the local community, children and families in addition to test pitting and geophysics by members. The project is in conjunction with CBA Festival of Archaeology, Alton Town Council, The Friends of the Allen Gallery and Curtis Museum. Research is ongoing and building a picture of human activity in the town and its surrounds. Liss Archaeology plan a series of 1m test pits in the park itself and in nearby private gardens. Activities include excavation, finds processing and recording, record keeping, planning, drawing, running educational activities, stewarding and talking etc. Training is available in all aspects of archaeology, all skills levels welcome. Booking essential. Book a place via the online booking form on the website www.lissarchaeology.uk

The UK is rich in historic remains and buildings, and exceptional in the care and expense given to protect and enhance them. We take pride in how much of our heritage is accessible to everyone. But this summer that will change. Over the coming months the intensity of archaeological excavation is likely to fall, as the construction industry adapts to a new working environment. From Stonehenge to forts on Hadrian’s Wall and from the National Museum of Scotland to National Museum Cardiff, many of the places we like to visit will be closed. Staffed properties and exhibitions will

Rampart Scotland: King's Park Stirling

13-18.7.20, Kings Park Stirling

The King’s Park, Stirling, is the oldest and best preserved Royal Park in Scotland and surrounds Stirling Castle, the ancient capital of Scotland. Excavation in 2019 dates the fort to the late 1st century AD, demonstrates that the occupant's traded with the Roman Empire and that it was burnt down. The training is relaxed and easy going and you can learn as much or as little as you want to. £50 a day (no food/ accomodation). Contact Dr Murray Cook info@rampartscotland.co.uk http://www.rampartscotland.co.uk/

Rampart Scotland: Battle Hill Prehistoric Landscape Project

Battle Hill, Aberdeenshire, 3-14.8.20, £850 including room and board

Excavate newly discovered archaeological remains that have never been examined before: including a not open. But Cadw, English Heritage, the Historic Environment Division in Northern Ireland, Historic Environment Scotland and the National Trust look after many sites and monuments, often in private hands, that are not staffed. They might be monumental (henges at Thornborough, Yorkshire, pictured, or most of the Roman Wall itself), mysterious (the Uffington white horse) or industrial (Alderley Edge). Now is the time, guided by government advice on social distancing, to explore the quieter parts of our rural heritage 2500 year old hillfort, a Neolithic Cairn, 1000 AD bank; and a possible Pictish Structure. £850 including all room and board. Contact Dr Murray Cook info@rampartscotland.co.uk http://www.rampartscotland.co.uk/

Petersfield Excavations and Fieldwork

13-15.9.20, Petersfield, Hampshire

A continuation of Stroud Big Dig, Liss Archaeology are expanding exploration of the area with the focus for 2020 being Romano-British in fields near Petersfield. A series of geophysical surveys have taken place as well as desktop background research including Lidar and old aerial photographs. 2020 has large scale excavations planned plus, if the farming calendar permits, fieldwalking. Further geophysical surveys are also planned. Training is available in all aspects of archaeology, by request, all skills levels welcome. Membership forms and dig booking forms can be found on our website, www.lissarchaeology.uk

Bainbridge Archaeological Training Excavation 2020

Bainbridge, Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, 7-11 & 14-18.9.20

Join Mercian Archaeological Services CIC in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales for this week-long training excavation, which focuses on the teaching of archaeological excavation methods. As well as offering the very best in archaeological training and support, this training excavation is tailored towards enabling attendees to fulfil requirements of the Archaeological Skills Passport. £250 per person, accomodation not provided. http://mercian-as.co.uk/ fieldschool.html#bainbridge

Mercian Archaeological Services CIC: Topographic Survey Training 5 day course

12-16.10.20, Kings John’s Palace and the Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire, £200 per person

Topographic Survey Training day course aims to help participants learn about the theory, science, uses, methods, logistics, deployment, data collection, data processing, and reporting, behind archaeological topographic surveying. This course will

teach the required skills that are used on excavations and other sites for locating features using GPS and total Station. The course will also go further to enable participants to learn the complex skills of archaeological topographic survey, recording a site with a combination of both objective and subjective survey methods. http://mercian-as.co.uk/training_days. html#toposurvey2020

Mercian Archaeological Services CIC: Post-Fieldwork Training School 2020

26-30.10.20, King’s Clipstone, £250 per person

This training school is designed to provide training and experience in various aspects of the post excavation process. All tuition and training will be carried out under the supervision of experienced tutors, with finds training lead by Mercian's ceramic specialist David Budge. The course is designed to give delegates an understanding of what is involved in the post excavation process for finds, ranging from initial cleaning and processing of the finds as they come out of the ground, through to some of the specialist analysis that finds are subject to, through to illustration and preparation of the finds for publication. Delegates will learn archaeological GIS (Geographic Information Systems) including working with survey data, preparing maps, working with historic mapping, creating and working with 3D models. http://mercian-as.co.uk /postexcavation_fieldschool.html