AIA/CBA day schools in industrial archaeology
The Association for Industrial Archaeology (AIA) and the CBA have launched a series of day schools on industrial buildings. National and regional workshops available.
For more information contact Sue Morecroft, Community Conservation Officer,
CBA, tel 01904 671417, email suemorecroft@britarch.ac.uk, web www.britarch.ac.uk/conservation/cbatraining.
Andante Travels
Archaeology and the Ancient World revealed through expert eyes. CBA endorsed guided archaeological tours in Britain, Europe and beyond.
The Old Barn, Old Road, Alderbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 3AR, tel 01722 713800, fax 01722 711966, email tours@andantetravels.co.uk, web www.andantetravels.co.uk.
Back issues of the Archaeological Journal
The Royal Archaeological Institute will be giving away back issues of the Archaeological Journal, Indexes, Summer Meeting Reports, offprint, and selected monographs. Recipients will be expected to pay packaging and postage costs. The items are available in limited numbers and will be distributed on a first come first serve basis.
For more information contact Sharon Gerber-Parfitt, Royal Archaeological Institute,
c/o Society of Antiquaries of London, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BE, web www.royalarchaeolinst.org/.
Caves & Castles
Holidays and study tours in September and October, concentrating on the Prehistoric art. Located just 10 mins from the famous caves of Lascaux and even closer to a Medieval castle.
For more information contact Steve & Judie Burman,
Les Rosiers, Les Bories, 24290 Valojoulx, FRANCE, tel 0033 (0) 553 50 31 21, email archaeologytours@cavesandcastles.com, web www.cavesandcastles.com.
CBA Books special offers
For some great discount offers on CBA publications and last remaining copies of some titles, so hurry whilst stocks last.
For more information contact Sophie Cringle, Marketing & Events Officer,
CBA, email marketing@britarch.ac.uk, web www.britarch.ac.uk/books/specialoffers.
Landscapes of Governance
A three-year project supported by the Leverhulme Trust bringing archaeology, place-names and written sources together for the first time in a comprehensive national research project. What is more, the project is actively seeking to involve local groups in identifying possible sites and submitting them for inclusion in an on-line database, the 'Online Anderson': a list of all the meeting-places of Anglo-Saxon England. Resources designed to enable local groups to become involved by recording assembly places are available on the project website.
For more information contact Dr Stuart Brookes,
UCL Institute of Archaeology, 31-4 Gordon Square, London WC1H 0PY, tel 020 7679 4790, email s.brookes@ucl.ac.uk, web www.ucl.ac.uk/archaeology/project/assembly/.
Left Coast Press
Left Coast Press is a young press devoted to humanities and social sciences. As part of Left Coast's commitment to provide practical information to people, we have a strong interest in developing materials for heritage managers, archaeology professionals, and others concerned with cultural and heritage preservation across the world. Recent titles such as Heritage Values in Contemporary Society, and Managing Archaeological Resources: Global Context, National Programs, Local Actions are just a sampling of the titles that can be found on our website.
For more information contact Caryn Berg, Marketing, Archaeology, , email archaeology@lcoastpress.com, web www.lcoastpress.com.
National Parks matter to all
Are you interested in good landscape, and in keeping our National Parks unspoilt and healthy for posterity? England and Wales have the Broads, Brecon Beacons, Dartmoor, Exmoor, Lake District, New Forest, Northumberland, North York Moors, Peak District, Pembrokeshire Coast, Snowdonia, and the Yorkshire Dales; and now the South Downs too You probably belong to a society or special interest group that invites outside speakers to meetings. Volunteers from the Campaign for National Parks (CNP) give illustrated talks in almost any city, town or village in England and Wales. They show the Parks' beauty, diversity and cultural heritage, and explain the challenges they face, like sustainable development, conservation, climate change, sustainable transport, tourism, energy, and military training. They only expect travel expenses, and a donation to CNP.
For more information contact Adrian Thornton,
Phoenix Cottage, Cassington, Whitney, Oxfordshire OX29 4DL, tel 01865 880359, email adrian@thorntona.fsnet.co.uk, web www.cnp.org.uk/.
Orkney Archaeological Tours
Orkney is an amazing group of magical islands situated off the north eastern corner of Scotland, between the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea. Orkney has it all – beautiful scenery, wildlife, endless skies and wave-washed shores – and is especially famous for its spectacular archaeology. We not only have the heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site – consisting of the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, Maeshowe chambered tomb and the amazing henge monuments of Brodgar and Stenness – but also well over a thousand known archaeological sites, not to mention Orkney's many other attractions: the magnificent 12th century St. Magnus' Cathedral, Scapa Flow, the Italian Chapel, the Churchill Barriers – the list is endless. Why not come and see for yourself on one of our relaxing holidays or private tours? Tours led by professional archaeologists and specialising in small-scale exclusive holidays and tours of Orkney, concentrating on the wonderful archaeology but also showing you as much as possible of our beautiful islands.
For more information contact Caz Mamwell,
Bayview, Birsay, Orkney KW17 2LR, tel 01856 721217/450, email info@orkneyarchaeologytours.co.uk;caz.mamwell@btinternet.com, web www.orkneyarchaeologytours.co.uk.
Skin and Bone
Life and death in Medieval Perth. A series of FREE talks and events. Find out more about the archaeology of Perth from the experts. For the talks and the Medieval Crafts day there is no need to book a place, just come along to the museum on the day, for the Manuscripts and Music workshops places must be booked in advance. See Courses.
For more information contact Mark Hall, , tel 01738 783414, email mahall@pkc.gov.uk.
Traditional building skills courses
21.1.10-31.3.11
Practical weekend and day courses on a wide variety of techniques and skills for the conservation/restoration of historic buildings. Details from the Courses page, download Repair leaflet (PDF 540KB). Short courses at Assington Mill, Suffolk, and Cressing Temple may also be of interest (see www.assingtonmill.com and www.cressingtemple.org.uk).
For more information contact Katie Seabright,
Historic Buildings and Conservation, Essex County Ocuncil, County Hall, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 1QH, tel 01245 437672, fax 01245 437213, email Traditional.BuildingSkills@essexcc.gov.uk, web www.essex.gov.uk/.
cambridgeshire archaeology
4.3.10-20.11.10
A wide range of Education and Outreach services to schools, colleges and other groups in Cambridgeshire. Download leaflet (PDF 2.2MB).
For more information contact David Crawford, Outreach and Learning Officer,
Oxford Archaeology East, 15 Trafalgar Way, Bar Hill, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB23 8SQ, tel 01223 850500, email arch.outreach@cambridgeshire.gov.uk, web oaeast.thehumanjourney.net/.
Heritage Open Days
9.9.10-12.9.10
Celebrating England's architecture and culture by allowing visitors free access to interesting properties that are either not usually open, or would normally charge an entrance fee. Heritage Open Days also includes tours, events and activities that focus on local architecture and culture. Organised by volunteers, usually the property owners or managers, for local people Heritage Open Days is England's biggest and most popular voluntary cultural event. Last year the event attracted around 1 million visitors. English Heritage gives central co-ordination and a national voice to the event.
For more information contact organising team,
English Heritage, 14-16 Cowcross Street, London EC1M 6DG, tel 0844 335 1884, email hods@english-heritage.org.uk, web www.heritageopendays.org.uk/.
Perth and Kinross Doors Open Days
25.9.10-26.9.10
Enjoy the built heritage of Perth and Kinross, as part of he Scottish celebration of European Heritage Days, and is an annual event that gives you and your family the opportunity to visit historic and other interesting buildings that aren't usually open to the public, free of charge.
, web www.pkht.org.uk/Exploring-Perthshires-Past/Doors-Open-Day/.
YVBSG Committee Meeting
3.10.10
If you'd like to bring any matter to the attention of the Committee, or if you have any suggestions for future activities, please contact the Secretary.
For more information contact David Crook, Secretary,
18 Sycamore Terrace, Bootham, York, North Yorkshire YO30 7DN, tel 01904 652387, email secretary@yvbsg.org.uk, web www.yvbsg.org.uk/events.htm.
Hartlepool's Maritime Experience
9.10.10
A visit to Jackson Dock, Maritime Avenue, Hartlepool, TS24 0XZ (formerly known as Hartlepool Historic Quay) by CBA Yorskhire. The venue is a superb re-creation
of an 18th century seaport. It brings to life the time of Nelson, Napoleon and the Battle of Trafalgar.
The visit offers the opportunity for members to explore the historic quayside which recaptures the
atmosphere of an 18th century seaport with an interesting range of period shops and buildings in
authentic architectural styles with displays at the rear of each building offering more insights into 18th
century life. The historic quay includes HMS Trincomalee, the oldest British warship still afloat. Built in
Bombay, India in 1817, the Trincomalee was brought to Hartlepool in 1987, where it has taken over 10
years to restore the ship to her former glory. Cost 16GBP to members and friends/families or 14GBP student/unwaged. Refreshements are included, but lunch is extra. Note that the visit is limited to a maximum of 40 participants. Please return the reply slip by 4 September 2010 and confirmation of booking will be sent.
For more information contact Louise Mallinson, Secretary of CBA Yorkshire,
45, Frank Lane, Thornhill, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire WF12 0JW, email cbayorks@britarch.ac.uk, web www.cba-yorkshire.org.uk/.
Kent's Coastal Week
23.10.10-31.10.10
This celebration of the Kent coast is coordinated by Kent County Council and takes place every October half term, with something to appeal to all ages and interests. A celebration of the Kent coast, the 2010 activities will range from guided walks and boat trips to art events, family events and exhibitions. Short URL for remembering www.kent.gov.uk/explorekent; info from ThamesWeb.
For more information contact Chris Drake, Coastal Officer, , tel 0622 221266, email chris.drake@kent.gov.uk, web www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_culture/countryside_and_coast.aspx.
Island Archaeology Cruise
24.5.11-30.6.11
The National Trust for Scotland is set to turn their attention to the history, archaeology and artefacts of Scotland's islands in their 2011 cruise. It will visit some of Scotland's earliest inhabited lands, from fertile Eigg in the Small Isles to Orkney's Rousay, said to contain the most important archaeological mile in Scotland. The Orkney Islands have been inhabited since the Mesolithic period and a local saying states that if you scratch the surface of Orkney it bleeds archaeology. Sites to be explored on the cruise include St Ninian's Castle on Shetland, Eigg's ancient forts and burial mounds, and the famous Italian Chapel in Orkney. Passengers will be transported from the Stone Age through Celtic Christianity and the 19th century fishing industry all the way to the end of World War II. Passengers will also, weather permitting, set foot on the remote archipelago of St Kilda, where the evidence of human habitation from the Bronze Age to 1930 is poignantly scattered all around. Prices start at 1150GBP for a place in a 3-berth cabin, 1570GBP per person in a double or twin cabin, and 1850GBP for a single cabin. A 5% early booking discount is available until 1 November 2010.
For more information contact Lucy Ribchester, Cruises and Tours Coordinator,
National Trust for Scotland, Wemyss House, 28 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh EH2 4ET, tel 0844 493 2457, web www.culturalcruising.com/.
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