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.

Portrait of John Boothroyd

John is digging in our South England region

 

Sharing a throwback photo of our team finishing excavations of this neolithic barrow with a Bronze Age burial at its center in Dorset. It’s a multi-phase monument, with earlier pits and an inner henge-form that pre-dates the main barrow. 

An aerial drone image of an excavated Neolithic barrow in Dorset.
An illustration drawing of a trowel
Exploring