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Bamburgh Castle Excavation 2025

A multi-period excavation by the Bamburgh Research Project, open to volunteers. Focuses on Anglo-Saxon and medieval remains in the West Ward and Inner Ward. Cost: Approx. £300/week (excludes accommodation).

Festival of Archaeology at Chedworth Roman Villa

From 19 July-3 August 2025, Chedworth will be hosting several events and activities to tie in with the Festival of Archaeology, an annual festival coordinated by the Council for British Archaeology, events will include: Mosaic cleaning: Come and see how our conservation team cleans some of the finest mosaics in Britain. Artefact handling: Our knowledgeable volunteers will guide you as you handle genuine and replica Roman artefacts. After the dig: Find out what happens after archaeologists finish an excavation. Learn about the meticulous process of recording each find and understand how objects help us to piece together the past. Archaeological discovery: Demonstration of an archaeological dig where ‘discoveries’ are made before your eyes. Pack a picnic and enjoy a relaxing day of games, puzzles, dress up and more.

North Petherton Community Dig 2025

A community excavation led by local archaeologists, uncovering a WWII army camp and nearby earthworks. Open to all ages, free entry (parking fee applies). No experience needed, under-16s must be accompanied.

Abbey Cwmhir Excavation 2025

A two-week excavation by Abbey Cwmhir Heritage Trust, investigating a medieval settlement linked to a Cistercian abbey, burial place of Llywelyn ap Gruffydd. Volunteers welcome, led by professional archaeologists.

Sherwood Forest Archaeological Training Field School 2025

For those wishing to develop their skills, for students and post-graduates seeking to fulfil the experience requirements of their courses… for those wishing to pursue a career in archaeology, or improve their knowledge to give them the edge at work… for those looking to acquire cross-transferable skills… for volunteer diggers wishing to raise their game, impress their friends, and increase their enjoyment of archaeology and heritage through a greater skill set and knowledge base…. through to people simply wishing to learn for the love of learning… Everyone is welcome… no previous knowledge or experience is required…

£150 – £450

ANCIENT CRAFTS- Must Farm Weekend Workshop

must farm Must Farm, United Kingdom

Join us on a weekend workshop exploring the amazing archaeology found at Must Farm. On the two day workshop you'll cast your own late Bronze Age axe and wooden handle, and you'll work with tin, amber, oil shale and stone to create a replica of the stunning necklace. One of the most remarkable archaeological sites of the 21st century in the UK is undoubtedly Must Farm. The late Bronze Age settlement that stood on wooden piles above the fenland waterways nearly 3000 years ago only lasted a year before it collapsed after a huge fire ravaged the settlement. The site and excavation by Cambridge Archaeological Unit received huge attention from world media and were frequently featured on television documentaries as more stunning finds were made across the site.   We were delighted to have been asked by CAU to replicate some of the highlight finds which themselves featured in BBC articles and documentaries. We learned a great deal about the crafting skills that happened in the settlement, and we’ve put some of them together to make a Must Farm workshop weekend.

£300

Archaeology of the Thames Foreshore Talk

A lecture by the Thames Discovery Programme, discussing recent finds from London’s foreshore, from Bronze Age skulls to Tudor artefacts. Includes insights from mudlarking and archaeological surveys.

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East Sussex Roman Settlement Excavation

A public excavation by the Culver Archaeological Project, continuing 20 years of work on a Roman enclosed settlement by the River Ouse. Volunteers learn excavation and recording techniques.