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Archaeology in Lewis Archaeology in Lewis: Simon Gilmour provides an illustrated report with bibliography on recent research on the Isle of Lewis by the University of Edinburgh Department of Archaeology. (United Kingdom) http://www.arcl.ed.ac.uk/arch/lewis/ Holyrood Archaeology Project Holyrood Archaeology Project: Excavation of the new Scottish Parliament Site at Holyrood, Cannongate, Edinburgh, by Headland Archaeology Ltd and the Scottish Urban Archaeological Trust. Staff, history, brief illustrated reports. (United Kingdom) http://www.holyroodarchaeology.org/ Tests Show Cathedral Timbers are Original 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk_news/story/0,3604,907517,00.html Bestwall Quarry Archaeology Project Bestwall Quarry Archaeology Project: Since 1992 local volunteers have been excavating this quarry in Dorset, which has yielded evidence from mesolithic to modern. Project history and management, findings, photographs. (United Kingdom) http://www.bestwall.co.uk Historic Herefordshire On Line Historic Herefordshire On Line: 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.smr.herefordshire.gov.uk/ North West Wetlands Survey North West Wetlands Survey: An English Heritage funded project by Lancaster University Archaeological Unit covering Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Shropshire. (United Kingdom) http://www.lancs.ac.uk/users/archaeo/pages/services/nwws1.htm BBC Radio 4 - Unearthing Mysteries - Tri-Radial Cairns in Northumberland 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/unearthingmysteries_20030819.shtml Ben Lawers Historic Landscape Project Ben Lawers Historic Landscape Project: Uses geophysics, underwater archaeology, soil morphology, grazing and woodland history, place-name studies and oral and settlement history to gain a greater understanding of the Ben Lawers area. (United Kingdom) http://benlawers.org.uk Seahenge Dated to Spring 2050 BC Seahenge Dated to Spring 2050 BC: From BBC, precise dating reveals that Seahenge 4,050 years old. Photographs, reconstruction, links. (United Kingdom) http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/544947.stm British and Irish Archaeological Bibliography British and Irish Archaeological Bibliography: Online, searchable version of the published bibliography to 1992, provided by the Archaeology Data Service. (United Kingdom) http://ads.ahds.ac.uk/catalogue/biab.html Prehistoric Britons' Taste for Milk Prehistoric Britons' Taste for Milk: From BBC, scientists analyse fat residues on pots to show ancient Britons were keeping animals for milk at least 6,500 years ago. (United Kingdom) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/2699547.stm Teaching Learning Technology Project : Archaeology Consortium Teaching Learning Technology Project : Archaeology Consortium: Aiming to inject new technologies into archaeology teaching. Modules, demonstration discs, interactive geophysical survey simulation. Hosted by Glasgow University. (United Kingdom) http://www.gla.ac.uk/Inter/Computerpast/archtltp/ Canterbury Archaeological Trust Fieldwork Canterbury Archaeological Trust Fieldwork: Searchable excerpts from the Annual Reports of the Canterbury Archaeological Trust, hosted by Peter Collinson's Canterbury Tour site. (United Kingdom) http://www.hillside.co.uk/arch/archaeology.html Southern Quantocks Archaeological Survey Southern Quantocks Archaeological Survey: King Alfred's College, Winchester, outlines the project for its survey of the 100 or so cropmark sites in the area: background, methodology, maps and photographs. Details of the team and excavation diary. (United Kingdom) http://www.wkac.ac.uk/quantocks/ Council for Scottish Archaeology Council for Scottish Archaeology: For the study and care of Scotland's historic environment. Publishes 'Discovery and Excavation in Scotland'. Activities, newsletter. Hosted by the CBA. (United Kingdom) http://www.britarch.ac.uk/csa/ Helen Albrow: Archaeology Helen Albrow: Archaeology: Notes about visits to various archaeological sites and regions in the south east of England. (United Kingdom) http://www.geocities.com/helen_albrow/archaeology.htm Prehistoric Mummies Unearthed in Hebrides Prehistoric Mummies Unearthed in Hebrides: From the Independent, skeletal remains of two mummies buried under the floor of a 3,000-year-old house on the Hebridean island of South Uist. (United Kingdom) http://news.independent.co.uk/uk/this_britain/story.jsp?story=387535 Environment and Heritage Service - Built Heritage Environment and Heritage Service - Built Heritage: Maintains the Northern Ireland Sites and Monuments Record with information on 15,000 sites. Searchable online database. (United Kingdom) http://www.ehsni.gov.uk/built/built.shtml Demolition May Unearth City's History Demolition May Unearth City's History: From BBC, archaeologists hope to find important traces of medieval life in Edinburgh as fire-damaged buildings in the are dismantled. (United Kingdom) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/2571101.stm Britain's Earliest Leprosy Victim May Have Been Found Britain's Earliest Leprosy Victim May Have Been Found: From Ananova, a child who died 3,500 years ago may be Britain's earliest known victim of leprosy. (United Kingdom) http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_703623.html West of Scotland Archaeology Service West of Scotland Archaeology Service: Up-to-date news on the latest discoveries and events, search of Sites and Monuments Record, contains information about all known archaeological sites and finds. A prototype system, only the data for Inverclyde Council has been included. (United Kingdom) http://www.wosas.org.uk English Monument Class Descriptions English Monument Class Descriptions: English Heritage provides a general description for each type of historic building, site or monument, with distribution, examples and bibliography. Some photographs. (United Kingdom) http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/mpp/mcd/ TORC: The Training Online Resource Centre for Archaeology TORC: The Training Online Resource Centre for Archaeology: The CBA's Archaeology Training Forum provides searchable databases of all types of archaeological courses, fieldwork opportunities and organisations in the UK. (United Kingdom) http://www.torc.org.uk/ CANMORE CANMORE: On-line access to the database of the National Monuments Record of Scotland, containing details of many thousands of archaeological sites, monuments, buildings and maritime sites. (United Kingdom) http://www.rcahms.gov.uk/canmore.html Archaeological Investigations Project 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. (United Kingdom) http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/consci/text_aip/aipintro.htm I Dig Sheffield 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.idigsheffield.org.uk/ Scottish Archaeology Month Scottish Archaeology Month: List of events, information on the Scottish Council for Archaeology and Doors Open Day. (United Kingdom) http://www.scottisharchaeology.org.uk/ Management of Archaeological Projects Management of Archaeological Projects: Complete digital version of the guidelines from English Heritage. (United Kingdom) http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/guidance/map2/index.htm Lincolnshire's Archaeology Handbook Lincolnshire's Archaeology Handbook: Guidelines for all those involved in archaeological projects mainly initiated as a result of the town and country planning process. (United Kingdom) http://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/lccconnect/highways/heritage/Archaeology/handbook.htm South Cadbury Environs Project 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. (United Kingdom) http://members.aol.com/RTabor8387/project.htm Popular Archaeology Popular Archaeology: The archaeological sites index (ARCHI) is searchable database of thousands of UK sites. Other resources: historical figures and events, glossary, on-line gallery, forum. (United Kingdom) http://www.digital-documents.co.uk/ Council for British Archaeology Wales Council for British Archaeology Wales: The national group which represents the general objectives of the CBA in Wales. Activities, newsletter. Publishes Archaeology in Wales - annual journal of archaeological research in Wales. (United Kingdom) http://pages.britishlibrary.net/cba.wales/ Sedgeford Historical and Archaeological Research Project Sedgeford Historical and Archaeological Research Project: A multi-period, multi-disciplinary research project on a typical Norfolk parish. Research areas, illustrated reports, taught courses, supervisory team. (United Kingdom) http://www.sharp.org.uk/ BBC Online - Archaeology BBC Online - Archaeology: Features include marine archaeology by Colin Martin, a 'Hunt the Ancestor' game and column from Julian Richards, virtual archaeology, A-Z of carbon dating, Piltdown Man and dig reports. (United Kingdom) http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/archaeology/ Core Archaeological Record Index Core Archaeological Record Index: Online database of information on archaeology and architecture in Wales, incorporating the Sites and Monuments Record and scheduled monument database. (United Kingdom) http://www.rcahmw.org.uk/data/carn.shtml Medieval Ship Found in City River Medieval Ship Found in City River: From Ananova, the remains of a 17th century ship have been unearthed on a city river front. (United Kingdom) http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_627094.html Monuments At Risk Survey Monuments At Risk Survey: Commissioned from Bournemouth University by English Heritage. Bulletins online. (United Kingdom) http://csweb.bournemouth.ac.uk/consci/text_mars/marsint.htm Shapwick, Somerset Shapwick, Somerset: Intensive study of a parish aiming to discover when the English village developed. Joint project between Professor Mick Aston of Bristol University and King Alfred's College, Winchester, whose students produced this irreverent but informative site. (United Kingdom) http://www.wkac.ac.uk/shapwick/ Historic Wreck Sites Historic Wreck Sites: Annual Report of the Advisory Committee 1996 with appendix: list of current designated wreck sites. Hosted by St Andrew's University. (United Kingdom) http://www.st-and.ac.uk/institutes/sims/achws.html York City Walls York City Walls: Virtual tour of the ancient city walls provided by City of York Council. (United Kingdom) http://www.york.gov.uk/walls/index.html RockStanza.info - Photographic Database of Shetland Brochs RockStanza.info - Photographic Database of Shetland Brochs: A photographic database of iron age brochs in Shetland, Scotland. Exploring the inter-relation of the brochs and their origin. (United Kingdom) http://www.rockstanza.info Cotswold Archaeological Tools and Services Cotswold Archaeological Tools and Services: Specialist supplier of tools and services for the archaeologist. Stock list on-line, plus a beginner's guide to archaeological tools. (United Kingdom) http://www.catsco.org.uk/ Calculated dates for the construction of the Ancient Crosses at Sandbach in Cheshire Calculated dates for the construction of the Ancient Crosses at Sandbach in Cheshire: A calculation from inscribed evidance.. (United Kingdom) http://members.aol.com/gwroe/index.html Archaeo-Astronomical Tables of Prehistoric Sites in South Wales Archaeo-Astronomical Tables of Prehistoric Sites in South Wales: The survey area covers the former counties of Glamorgan, Brecknockshire and Monmouthshire. Includes tables of original data. (United Kingdom) http://homepage.ntlworld.com/mjpowell/ArchaeoAstro/ArchaeoAstro.htm Warwickshire Sites and Monuments Record 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. (United Kingdom) http://timetrail.warwickshire.gov.uk/ Talking History Talking History: A moderated discussion board for history and archaeology with a core interest in the past of the British Isles. (United Kingdom) http://pub55.ezboard.com/btalkinghistory Forum on Information Standards in Heritage Forum on Information Standards in Heritage: Promotes and develops standards covering the compilation and organization of 'inventories' of archaeological and architectural heritage. Hosted by the MDA. (United Kingdom) http://www.mda.org.uk/fish/ Chester: A Virtual Stroll Around the Walls 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.bwpics.co.uk/chester.walls.index.html Thetford Forest Archaeology Thetford Forest Archaeology: A surface collection survey carried out in an East Anglian pine forest environment. (United Kingdom) http://www.aoqv41.dsl.pipex.com/ English Heritage Archaeology and Survey 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/ National Monuments Record of Wales National Monuments Record of Wales: The national collection of information about the archaeological, architectural and historical heritage of Wales. The searchable online database requires registration. (United Kingdom) http://www.rcahmw.org.uk/nmrw.shtml Society of Antiquaries Library Catalogue Society of Antiquaries Library Catalogue: Online access to the library catalogue of the UK's leading learned society for Archaeology. (United Kingdom) http://sal.ads.ahds.ac.uk The Modern Antiquarian The Modern Antiquarian: Based on Julian Cope's guidebook of the same name, it contains user-contributed descriptions and images of many archaeological sites in the British Isles, and a forum. (United Kingdom) http://www.themodernantiquarian.com/ Forest of Dean Archaeological Survey Forest of Dean Archaeological Survey: A major archaeological survey of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Includes information and news about the project. (United Kingdom) http://www.gloscc.gov.uk/archaeology/fod Medieval Ship's Hull is Removed Medieval Ship's Hull is Removed: From the BBC, final section of a 15th Century trading vessel discovered preserved in mud by a south Wales river is removed by archaeologists. (United Kingdom) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/wales/2413337.stm Archaeology Handbook Archaeology Handbook: Searchable directory of organisations involved in British archaeology, fieldwork and top archaeological tourist sites, produced by Current Archaeology. (United Kingdom) http://www.archaeology.co.uk/directory/index.htm Council for British Archaeology Council for British Archaeology: Gateway to British archaeology online. Press cuttings service, message forum, fieldwork opportunities. Popular magazine 'British Archaeology' (news sections available immediately online, other content two months later), CBA Briefing online. Large director (United Kingdom) http://www.britarch.ac.uk/ British Archaeological Jobs Resource British Archaeological Jobs Resource: Notices of posts in British archaeology. (United Kingdom) http://www.bajr.co.uk/ Lincolnshire History Project Lincolnshire History Project: Images and details of historical sites in the county from two local enthusiasts. (United Kingdom) http://www.magicjon.fsnet.co.uk/ Treasure Act 1996 Treasure Act 1996: The law in England, Wales and Northern Ireland relating to the handling of treasure trove. Sets out the meaning and ownership of treasure. (United Kingdom) http://www.hmso.gov.uk/acts/acts1996/1996024.htm St. Albans Archaeology and History 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. (United Kingdom) http://www.salbani.co.uk/ Catalogue of Archaeological Sites in London Catalogue of Archaeological Sites in London: Museum of London's searchable on-line catalogue of sites, containing site names, addresses, historical periods represented on each site and descriptions of the main discoveries. (United Kingdom) http://mol.nethostinguk.com/arcsites/laarc_s1.html UK Archaeology Opportunities UK Archaeology Opportunities: Sarah MacLean lists volunteer and training excavations, and bodies willing to provide work experience for students. Form for submission of projects. (United Kingdom) http://www.ukarchaeology.org.uk Walk the Timeline with Current Archaeology Walk the Timeline with Current Archaeology: A series of readable, illustrated articles from the popular magazine take us through the archaeology of Britain from Prehistory to the Middle Ages. (United Kingdom) http://www.archaeology.co.uk/ca/timeline/index.htm Bones Unearthed at Medieval Ship Site Bones Unearthed at Medieval Ship Site: From BBC, experts digging up the remains of a 15th century ship from a Newport river uncover two leg bones which they believe were a medieval salvage worker's. (United Kingdom) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/wales/2569801.stm The English Heritage Geophysical Survey Database The English Heritage Geophysical Survey Database: An on-line index of the archaeological geophysical surveys undertaken by Archaeometry Branch of the Ancient Monuments Laboratory and surveys by others of Scheduled Ancient Monuments in Great Britain. (United Kingdom) http://www.eng-h.gov.uk/SDB/ The Big Dig The Big Dig: This huge archaeological excavation of Whitefriars, Canterbury has a viewing walkway and visitor centre. History, location and visitor information provided by Land Securities. Continuing until 2004. (United Kingdom) http://www.bigdig.co.uk/ An Outline of British Archaeology An Outline of British Archaeology: Ron Wilcox provides a text-only introduction to archaeological methods and types of evidence and site from Palaeolithic to Medieval. (United Kingdom) http://www.btinternet.com/~ron.wilcox/onlinetexts/onlinetexts-index.htm