Web Directory

» A study of Grimspound
   Remains of a middle Bronze Age settlement on Dartmoor, England. The site consists essentially of a walled enclosure of a little over four acres in area containing the remains of many dwellings which take the form of circles of granite boulders known as hu
   http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/andyspatch/grimspound.htm

» Anglo-Saxon and Viking Yorkshire
   Interim reports for 1995 and 1996 on excavations of an Anglian and Anglo-Scandinavian settlement at Cottam, directed by Dr Julian Richards for the Archaeology Department, York University.
   http://www.york.ac.uk/depts/arch/staff/sites/york_environs/menu.htm

» Anglo-Scandinavian and Roman Remains at 28 - 29 High Ousegate, York, UK
   Report by York Archaeological Trust describing evidence for craft industries on the site including leather working, textile production, antler working and horn working.
   http://www.iadb.co.uk/waterstones/intro.htm

» Anglo-Scandinavian, Medieval and Post-Medieval Urban Occupation at 41–49 Walmgate, York
   Report by York Archaeological Trust on excavations between August and October 2000 on the industrial hub of medieval York.
   http://www.iadb.co.uk/wgate/index.htm

» Arbeia Roman Fort at South Shields
   An article on the excavation with plans and photographs (one showing the reconstructed gatehouse) originally published in Current Archaeology 133.
   http://www.archaeology.co.uk/ca/timeline/roman/arbeia/arbeia.htm

» Archaeological Investigations Project
   English Heritage commissioned Bournemouth University to compile a catalogue of archaeological fieldwork in England 1990-1994. Project team, with map of counties covered by each.
   http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/aip/aipintro.htm

» Archaeologists Unearth Ancient Jewish Bath
   An illustrated report in the Telegraph of the discovery of a stone ritual bath (mikvah) in London - the 2nd found in Britain from the medieval period.
   http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1360426/Archaeologists-unearth-ancient-Jewish-bath.html

» Avebury Management Plan
   English Heritage's plan for the World Heritage Site. Includes location plans and photographs of Avebury and related sites.
   http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/archcom/projects/summarys/html98_9/2257aveb.htm

» BBC Radio 4 - Unearthing Mysteries - Tri-Radial Cairns in Northumberland
   Prof. Aubrey Manning examines possible astronomical alignments in a class of cairns found in northernmost England.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/unearthingmysteries_20030819.shtml

» Bamburgh Research Project
   Investigating the archaeology of the Bamburgh area, including an Anglian cemetery and Bamburgh castle. Project members, history of Bamburgh, reports on results to date.
   http://www.bamburghresearchproject.co.uk/

» Belle Tout Neolithic and Beaker Enclosures
   Bournemouth University is reassessing the Neolithic and Bronze Age of the Sussex chalklands. Summary of results, with photographs, plans and a reconstruction drawing.
   http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/belletout/

» Birmingham Roman Roads Project
   Using archival, archaeological and geophysical research methods to track down lost Roman Roads in Birmingham and set them in context. Led by Peter Leather, University of Birmingham, School of Continuing Studies.
   http://www.brrp.bham.ac.uk/index.html

» Boxgrove Archaeological Excavations
   Boxgrove, near Chichester, West Sussex, contains the largest area of preserved paeolithic landsurface in Europe. Investigations directed by Mark Roberts of University College London.
   http://matt.pope.users.btopenworld.com/boxgrove/boxhome.htm

» Buckland Rings, Lymington, Hampshire
   Report for English Heritage on a geophysical survey, April 1993 of this later Iron Age hill-fort in the New Forest.
   http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/reports/buckland/

» Bulldozer Unearths Fine Roman Mosaic
   An illustrated article in the Telegraph on the discovery of one the largest and most spectacular Roman mosaics found in Britain.
   http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1361819/Bulldozer-unearths-fine-Roman-mosaic.html

» Butser Ancient Farm
   An open-air laboratory where experiments into every aspect of prehistoric life are continuously being conducted.
   http://www.butser.org.uk/iafres_hcc.html

» Caistor Roman Town, Norfolk
   Short description of the Roman town of Caistor St Edmund, once Norfolk's capital. Map of the remains.
   http://www.uea.ac.uk/~jwmp/CaistorRomanTown/crtp1.html

» Canterbury Archaeological Trust Fieldwork
   Searchable excerpts from the Annual Reports of the Canterbury Archaeological Trust, hosted by Peter Collinson's Canterbury Tour site.
   http://www.hillside.co.uk/arch/archaeology.html

» Canterbury Cathedral
   An illustrated report by Kevin Blockley and Paul Bennett on the discovery by the Canterbury Archaeological Trust of remains of the Anglo-Saxon cathedral. Plan and reconstruction drawing.
   http://www.hillside.co.uk/arch/cathedral/nave.html

» Castle Acre Priory, Norfolk
   Excavation of a granary, barn, kilnhouse, malthouse and brewhouse. Summary with plan provided by Archaeological Texts, with supplement on monastic brewing.
   http://www.btinternet.com/~ron.wilcox/onlinetexts/cap.htm

» Chedworth Roman Villa
   Guide to Chedworth Roman Villa for exploring and understanding the remains of a large country house of the Roman period.
   http://www.chedworthromanvilla.com/

» Chester: A Virtual Stroll Around the Walls
   Steve Howe of the Black and White Picture Place provides a guide around the Roman and medieval city wall. Map, modern and archival images with description and history, including quotations from primary sources.
   http://www.bwpics.co.uk/chester.walls.index.html

» Cissbury Ring
   A guide to Cissbury Ring hillfort near Findon, West Sussex, from the Findon Village site.
   http://www.findon.com/cissbury/cissbury.htm

» Coal and Wine Tax Posts
   The Victorian posts which stand in a ring around London, UK. Includes a full list of the posts and over 100 photos.
   http://www.rhaworth.myby.co.uk/coalwine/

» Codrington's Roman Roads in Britain
   Full text of Thomas Codrington's classic early 20C work provided online by Bill Thayer. Searchable. Italian, Spanish and French language versions available.
   http://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Gazetteer/Periods/Roman/Topics/Engineering/roads/Britain/_Texts/CODROM/

» Cranborne Chase, Dorset
   Geophysical and aerial photographic examination of five prehistoric sites in Cranborne Chase by Bournemouth University.
   http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/proj_cran/

» Creswell Crags - Home of the Ice Age Hunter
   Creswell Heritage Trust provides an illustrated guide to this limestone gorge honeycombed with caves which have yielded evidence of life during the last Ice Age. Visitor information.
   http://www.creswell-crags.org.uk/

» Danebury Environs Programme 1989-95
   English Heritage describes the programme to examine the many Iron Age settlements around the excavated Iron Age hillfort of Danebury.
   http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/ArchRev/rev95_6/danebury.htm

» Defences of Chester
   Computer reconstructions of the Roman town walls by Julian Baum and Tim Strickland.
   http://www.take27.co.uk/julianbaum/ChesterDefences/Main.html

» Dig Reveals Stone Age Camp in Time Warp
   The Telegraph reports on the discovery in Hampshire of a camp site likened to a Stone Age Marie Celeste. Tools of nomadic hunter-gathers were found as they were left.
   http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1332653/Dig-reveals-iron-age-camp-in-%60time-warp%27.html

» Dolforwyn Castle
   Little remained above ground of this 13th-century castle built by Llywelyn ap Gruffydd before excavations by the University of York. History, interim report, publications, details for volunteer diggers.
   http://www.york.ac.uk/depts/arch/staff/sites/dolforwyn/dolforwyn.htm

» Early Medieval Tintagel
   Interview with archaeologists Rachel Harry and Kevin Brady, two members of the team of archaeologists uncovering new finds at Tintagel.
   http://www.mun.ca/mst/heroicage/issues/1/hati.htm

» English Heritage - Archaeology & Buildings
   Works with others to improve understanding of England’s historic environment, from prehistory to present-day. Includes an overview of historic buildings and landscapes, current projects, programs and publications.
   http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.1134

» English Heritage Archaeology and Survey
   The department responsible for providing advice and expertise in archaeology and archaeological science. Includes summaries of projects funded by the Archaeology Commission.
   http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/

» Fishbourne Roman Palace
   One of the greatest Roman buildings in the Empire. The site and museum are owned by Sussex Archaeological Society, which offers a gallery photographs, including one of the model, visitor information and reports of the latest excavations.
   http://www.sussexpast.co.uk/property/site.php?site_id=11

» Flag Fen
   At Easter and in the Summer archaeologists can be seen excavating this unique site, where waterlogging has preserved evidence of a prehistoric way of life. Iron Age and Bronze Age Roundhouses have been reconstructed. Visitor information.
   http://flagfen.org

» Forest of Dean Archaeological Survey
   A major archaeological survey of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Includes information and news about the project.
   http://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/index.cfm?articleid=1950

» Gardom's Edge, Derbyshire
   Joint project by the Peak District National Park Authority and the University of Sheffield exploring Neolithic to Iron Age life in the Peak District. Background, photographs and QuickTime VR images.
   http://www.shef.ac.uk/uni/projects/geap/

» Gloucester and District Archaeological Research Group: Frocester
   An outline of the excavations of a Romano-British settlement, including details of the published report, with reconstruction drawings.
   http://www.gadarg.org.uk/frocester.htm

» Gosfield Hall Donkey Gin and Beam Pump
   Photographs, description, and restoration plans provided by the Sussex Industrial Archaeology Society.
   http://www.sussexias.co.uk/articles/articles_gosfield_gin.htm

» Herefordshire Through Time
   A huge resource from the Herefordshire Sites and Monuments Record. It includes a county history, database of archaeological sites and gazetteers of castles, chapels, prisons and workhouses.
   http://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/htt/

» I Dig Sheffield
   An online guide to archaeology around Sheffield and the Peak District from Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust. Sheffield City Museum's collection, archaeological sites and news. Messageboard.
   http://www.idigsheffield.org.uk/

» Iron Age Chariot Burials in Yorkshire
   An illustrated survey by Richard Hayton and Andre Brannan of a type of burial almost unique to Yorkshire, within Britain. Includes a discussion of the vehicles and their versatility.
   http://yorkshirehistory.com/chariot_burials/

» Iron Age Chariot Unearthed
   The Hull Daily Mail reports the discovery of a chariot and skeleton at Wetwang, East Yorkshire. Thought to be the burial of an aristocrat from the Parisi tribe.
   http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2001/apr/07/martinwainwright

» Kings Weston Roman Villa, Bristol
   Reconstruction drawing, plan, photograph of mosaic, brief description and access arrangements from Bristol City Council.
   http://www.bristol.gov.uk/ccm/content/Leisure-Culture/Museums-Galleries/bristols-kings-weston-roman-villa.en;jsessionid=53FA97B71616BFDD40D00233EC017D37

» Knowlton Henge
   Bournemouth University outlines the results of its field survey and excavation at Knowlton Circles in North Dorset. Photographs, site plan, bibliography.
   http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/knowlton/

» Lincolnshire's Archaeology Handbook
   Guidelines for all those involved in archaeological projects mainly initiated as a result of the town and country planning process.
   http://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/section.asp?docId=29200

» Medieval Bridges at Hemington Quarry, Leicestershire
   Illustrated report on the bridge remains exposed by quarrying. Part of a study of the floodplain of the River Trent by Dr C.R. Salisbury and the Leicestershire Archaeological Unit. Hosted by English Heritage.
   http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/archcom/projects/summarys/html96_7/1572anl.htm

» Negotiating Avebury
   Collaborative project of four universities: excavations, fieldwalking, survey and computer-aided 3D modelling. This outline provided by Southampton University. Re-discovery of 'Beckhampton Avenue' last recorded in the 1720s by antiquarian William Stukeley
   http://www.arch.soton.ac.uk/Research/Avebury/

» Performative Practice: Identity and Agency at the Causewayed Enclosures of Windmill Hill and Etton
   Dissertation by Oliver Harris focusing on these two Neolithic sites.
   http://www.hardav.co.uk/MA%20-%20HTML/front%20cover.htm

» Ramsey Abbey
   In 1998 Cambridgeshire County Council Archaeological Field Unit excavated what was probably the outer court. Ramsey Abbey School describes the dig and hosts a preliminary report and brief history by the unit.
   http://web.ukonline.co.uk/Members/ramsey.abbey.school/pages/history/archdig.htm

» Roman Roadside Settlement at Nettleton
   Lincolnshire County Council gives a brief outline of its excavations in conjunction with the Universities of Durham and Sheffield. Plan of Roman Lincolnshire.
   http://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/section.asp?docId=28068&catId=2293

» Roman Villas Found under Playing Field
   The Telegraph reports on the remarkable discovery of twin villas with a fine mosaic at Bradford-on-Avon in Wiltshire. Includes reconstruction drawing and photograph of the mosaic.
   http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1404709/Roman-villas-found-under-playing-field.html

» Roman Villas in England
   Britain Express outlines the history and features of Roman villas in England, with diagrams. Brief details of major villas to visit.
   http://www.britainexpress.com/architecture/roman-villas.htm

» Romans in Sussex
   Sussex Archaeological Society provides an educational resource for teachers and students with sections for different age groups: 7-11, 12-16 and adult.
   http://www.romansinsussex.co.uk/

» Salinae Cornoviorum
   Aims to present to the public the Roman past of this town in Cheshire which originated in the late 1st century AD as a military base. Includes a description of excavations.
   http://www.roman-britain.org/places/salinae_cornoviorum.htm

» Seahenge
   Norfolk Archaeological Unit was commissioned to assess the timber structure at Holme-next-the-Sea, Norfolk discovered in 1998. Aims of project. Hosted by English Heritage.
   http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/archcom/projects/summarys/html98_9/cc2526.htm

» Seahenge Documentary
   Channel 4 describes the timber henge found on a Norfolk beach and the controversy surrounding its removal: the subject of a Time Team documentary. QuickTime VR panoramas, bibliography.
   http://www.channel4.com/history/timeteam/archive/2000seahenge.html

» Silchester Roman Town, Hampshire
   The University of Reading runs a training excavation here every summer. Clickable map of the Roman town showing excavations, photographs, background, interim reports, reconstruction.
   http://www.rdg.ac.uk/AcaDepts/la/silchester/

» South Cadbury Environs Project
   Bristol University's study of settlement and landscape history from Mesolithic to Early Medieval. Aims, staff, geophysical survey, surface sampling, excavations, fieldwork opportunities, references.
   http://web.arch.ox.ac.uk/~scep/

» Southern Quantocks Archaeological Survey
   Department of Archaeology, University of Winchester. Outlines the project for its survey of the 100 or so crop mark sites in the area: background, methodology, maps and photographs.
   http://www2.winchester.ac.uk/Archaeology/SQAS.htm

» St. Albans Archaeology and History
   Archaeologist Chris Saunders provides an interactive tour of medieval St. Albans via clickable map, and chronology of the city once Roman Verulamium and later a rich abbey.
   http://www.salbani.co.uk/

» Stonehenge News
   The history of Stonehenge, with maps and current news.
   http://www.stonehengenews.co.uk/

» Tests Show Cathedral Timbers are Original
   From Guardian Unlimited, in 1222 they had a crisis in Salisbury. Masons were racing ahead raising the walls of the cathedral, but the carpenters were running out of timbers needed for the roof.
   http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2003/mar/05/arts.artsnews

» The Cotswold HyperGuide - Roman Sites
   Brief details of significant Roman sites in the area: Bury Hill Camp, Cirencester, Lydney Temple and the villas at Chedworth, Great Witcombe, King's Weston and Woodchester.
   http://www.digital-brilliance.com/hyperg/history/roman.htm

» The Dover Bronze Age Boat
   The world's oldest known sea-going boat, found in 1992, is on display at Dover Museum. The story of its discovery, excavation, preservation, presentation and replication.
   http://www.dover.gov.uk/museum/bronze_age_boat.aspx

» The Roman Painted House at Dover, England
   Roman archaeological site discovered in 1970 by the Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit in Dover, and open to the public.
   http://www.aboutbritain.com/doverromanpaintedhse.htm

» The Roman Town House at Dorchester
   The only example of a fully exposed Roman town house in the UK. Provides background and visitor information and photographs.
   http://www.romantownhouse.org

» Warwickshire Sites and Monuments Record
   A database of images and information about thousands of sites and finds in the county, dating from prehistory through to the 20th century. Discovery Zone for young people. Glossary.
   http://timetrail.warwickshire.gov.uk/

» Wharram Percy, Yorkshire
   Ken Tompkins draws on his experience as Chief Guide there to explain the discovery of this deserted medieval village. Plan, photographs, reconstruction drawing.
   http://loki.stockton.edu/~ken/wharram/wharram.htm

» Whitehall Farm Roman Villa and Landscape Project
   Professional archaeologists, students and volunteers are uncovering a Roman villa and bath house complex at Nether Heyford in Northamptonshire. Results, project outline and community involvement.
   http://www.whitehallvilla.co.uk/

» Whittlewood Project
   Medieval settlements and landscapes in the Whittlewood, Northants area. Project outline, archaeological and historical research, parish surveys. With photos and maps.
   http://www.le.ac.uk/elh/whittlewood/index.htm

» Willington Gravel Quarry, Derbyshire
   Design specification for archaeological recording of this prehistoric site by the University of Leicester Archaeological Services. Location plan. Hosted by English Heritage.
   http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/archcom/projects/summarys/html98_9/cc2517.htm

» Wolstonbury Prehistoric Enclosures
   Bournemouth University presents the results of its field research projects at Wolstonbury Hill in West Sussex. Photographs, plans.
   http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/wolstonbury/

» Yorkshire Rock Art
   Graeme C. presents location maps, photographs and descriptions of Yorkshire's Neolithic and Bronze Age cup and ring rock carvings.
   http://www.alkelda.f9.co.uk/