Why archaeology matters

The physical remains of the past hold our shared story. Understanding what came before us creates a sense of place and identity which can inform and enrich our lives today. This is recognised in the UK's planning process, which seeks to strengthen local economies, support communities, and protect and enhance our environment through consideration of archaeology and heritage in development. Through our investigations, we help to physically and digitally preserve the past and ensure it is accessible to everyone now and forever.

School visit on an archaeological excavation

Project feed

Every week our teams of archaeologists are uncovering interesting finds across the country. Whether it is an artefact or an ecofact, each piece of evidence helps us build a more detailed picture of the past. 

Join us in an exciting journey of discovery through our Project Feed.

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Charlotte is digging in our South England region

 

This possibly medieval floor tile has come out of some rubble abutting a wall, which may be an original of several Victorian reproductions found earlier during the excavation.

A fragment of red medieval floor tile with decoration
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Artefact
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Elodie is digging in our South England region

 

A last minute surprise found at the end of our last phase of site, a decorated piece of Roman glass. 

A close up image of gloved hands holding fragments of blue Roman glass
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Artefact