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Volunteers are invited to join the BHAS Field Unit with or without experience, training will be given for those lacking in archaeological techniques.
** NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY **
** ALL TRAINING WILL BE GIVEN **
** NO TOOLS ARE REQUIRED **
The Brighton and Hove Archaeological Society Field Unit is a group of people dedicated to the research and investigation of archaeological sites around the Brighton and Hove area and along the South Downs.
The unit conduct research programmes of surveying, field walking and geophysical studies looking for new sites. Limited excavations of sites, at week-ends only, allow participation in all aspects of archaeological investigation.
The training in the techniques undertaken in the correct and accurate recording of archaeological sites is part of the educational programme promoted by the Society. Finds processing, including washing, marking and the cataloguing of finds are enhanced by educational day schools in the identification of archaeological artifacts.
BHAS Field Unit Field Work 2010
Rocky Clump - 24th March to 12th December- A Romano-British farmstead and possible shrine. The season of excavations will investigate a flint cobbled floor, littered with animal bone and a possible well, the site of a Roman slaughter house? The excavation will seek evidence for settlement in the adjacent field and investigate a rectangular feature revealed from a geophysical survey conducted in 2009.
Arlington - May - (Actual date to be confirmed) BHAS will assist Assistant County Archaeologist Greg Chuter with examining a section of Roman road and anomalies found during a geophysical survey in 2009. The location is close to the Roman settlement site running parallel to the road revealed during excavations in 2008.
Varley Halls - July/August (Subject to permit) - Further investigations into the Bronze Age landscape at Varley Halls. The excavation will examine anomalies revealed during a geophysical survey conducted in 2009. The excavation is located between the previously excavated Bronze Age sites of Downsview and Varley Halls. The director will be Lisa Fisher.
Peacehaven Barrow - 4th -18th September - BHAS will be returning to the Peacehaven barrow partially excavated in 2008. The barrow is about to erode over the cliff edge at Peacehaven and it is essential that is recorded before it disappears. The previous excavation revealed finds from the Mesolithic through to the Bronze Age, including several thousand flint flakes. The excavation will be directed by Susan Birks.
During the season it is anticipated that rescue projects may happen, and the BHAS Field Unit may be re-directed to other locations. There will also be the opportunity to become involved in further geophysical research at various locations.
No experience is necessary, all training will be given. All you will need to bring is good clothing, stout shoes and adequate refreshments. You will be required to join the Society to be covered by their insurance the cost is £12 or £6 for students.
For details about joining the BHAS Field Unit or digging opportunities contact John Funnell on 0844 5888 277 or e-mail to co-ordinator@brightonarch.org.uk
