Acropolis of Athens

The Architects’ JournalAcropolis of Athens An international architecture, archaeology and landscape ideas contest is being held to re-imagine the ruined Acropolis of Athens [Deadline: 30 September 2022] The post Acropolis of Athens appeared first on The Architects’ JournalMerlin Fulcher

14th Century Watermill Complex Found at Blenheim During Lake Dredging Project

Archaeologists have discovered what they believe to be the remains of a 14th century watermill complex at Blenheim ahead of major dredging work being undertaken to Queen Pool by leading wet civil engineering firm Land & Water. The stone structures were uncovered at the UNESCO World Heritage Site by Wessex Archaeology prior to work commencing to […] The post 14th Century Watermill Complex Found at Blenheim During Lake Dredging Project appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Digging up the past

The vast majority of archaeological discoveries in the UK occur on construction sites. David Taylor reports

Maximising the social value of archaeology

Sadie Watson is a UKRI future leader fellow and project officer at Museum of London Archaeology, and Gareth Talbot is principal heritage consultant at Atkins The archaeological stage of a building project can be viewed as just another part of the development process, but it… The post Maximising the social value of archaeology appeared first on Construction News.

The legal implications of archaeological discoveries

How can you mitigate the risks of unearthing hidden history on your construction site? Lawyer Matthew Grellier explains.

HS2 - HS2's archaeology programme reveals untold stories of a London burial ground, 16032023

A free exhibition revealing the life stories of Londoners during the 1700s and 1800s offers something different for a London day out this Spring. Now open to the public at St James’s Church on Piccadilly, visitors will be able to enjoy an interactive art installation exploring the lives of five people who were buried at St James’s Burial Ground next to Euston Station. The exhibition is part of High Speed Two’s archaeology programme.

ASBESTOS IN ARCHAEOLOGY

New 2023 version (1.2) of introductory guide to asbestos in construction archaeology (brownfield, old buildings) intended for archaeologists but also very useful for clients in the construction industry using commercial archaeologists or anyone who wants to know the basics of dealing with asbestos on their site or in their building. By the ArchPoints organisation, sponsored by AAG Archaeology.

HS2 Archaeology Update: Uncovering Coleshill - Episode 4 - The Gatehouse

After exploring Coleshill manor and its gardens we now look at the amazing gatehouse that our archaeologists have only recently uncovered. In fact, they’re only just finishing off now and taking the final pieces of the spoil away.

HS2 Archaeology Update: Uncovering Coleshill - Episode 3 - The Gardens

In the third instalment of the four part series, we take a further look at the ornamental Elizabethan Gardens of national significance. So join us and explore these tremendous gardens.

HS2 Archaeology Update: Uncovering Coleshill - Episode 2 - Coleshill Manor

On an archaeological dig along the route of HS2, archaeologists have uncovered signs of occupation from the prehistoric to the nineteenth century. Early excavations revealed signs of bronze age, iron age, and Roman people but what archaeologists didn't expect to find was the well-preserved remains of an extensive Elizabethan Garden.

Archaeological Project Services

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