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» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» Canterbury Archaeological Trust Fieldwork - Searchable excerpts from the Annual Reports of the Canterbury Archaeological Trust, hosted by Peter Collinson's Canterbury Tour site.
» 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.
» 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.
» Core Archaeological Record Index - Online database of information on archaeology and architecture in Wales, incorporating the Sites and Monuments Record and scheduled monument database.
» 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.
» Environment and Heritage Service - Built Heritage - Maintains the Northern Ireland Sites and Monuments Record with information on 15,000 sites. Searchable online database.
» Forest of Dean Archaeological Survey - A major archaeological survey of the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Includes information and news about the project.
» Harbor 'Oldest in Britain', Say Experts - From the BBC, research by archaeological experts reveals Poole Harbour is Britain's oldest cross-channel port.
» Helen Albrow: Archaeology - Notes about visits to various archaeological sites and regions in the south east of England.
» 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.
» Historic Wreck Sites - Annual Report of the Advisory Committee 1996 with appendix: list of current designated wreck sites. Hosted by St Andrew's University.
» 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.
» 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.
» Inner Hebrides Crannogs on the Web - Mark Holley provides an illustrated introduction to Scotland's crannogs and a catalogue of crannogs in the Inner Hebrides.
» Lincolnshire History Project - Images and details of historical sites in the county from two local enthusiasts.
» Manx Archaeology - David Radcliffe presents archaeology in the Isle of Man. Excavation news, brief site descriptions with visitor information where applicable; galleries of expandable photos, bibliography.
» Medieval Ship Found in City River - From Ananova, the remains of a 17th century ship have been unearthed on a city river front.
» Monuments At Risk Survey - Commissioned from Bournemouth University by English Heritage. Bulletins online.
» 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.
» North West Wetlands Survey - An English Heritage funded project by Lancaster University Archaeological Unit covering Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Shropshire.
» 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.
» Seahenge Dated to Spring 2050 BC - From BBC, precise dating reveals that Seahenge 4,050 years old. Photographs, reconstruction, links.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» Stanway, Colchester - Excavation by Colchester Archaeological Trust of an Iron Age to Roman farmstead and cult center. Artist's reconstruction, plans, photographs, finds.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» 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.
» York City Walls - Virtual tour of the ancient city walls provided by City of York Council.