A Brief Introduction to Prehistoric Caves
Scientific interest in caves and rock shelters began in the early 19th century, when discoveries of bones of extinct animals were thought by some to come from an age before the Biblical flood.
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What Archaeology Can Tell Us About the History of Migration in England
These seven objects help to tell the history of migration journeys to England.
A Brief Introduction to Cropmarks
Our flying archaeologists have been photographing the changing landscape for over 50 years.
6 Reasons to Love Historic Norfolk
Norfolk is rich in English history and the vast, flat landscape has inspired artists, writers and poets for centuries.
The Silent Service: Britain’s Nuclear Submarines
Many 20th century military sites survive around the country, and a number of these sites are protected due to their special architectural or historic interest.
Women in Science: 10 minutes with an Archaeological Conservator
Ahead of Heritage Open Days, we speak to two Archaeological Conservators about their favourite finds and what got them interested in archaeological objects.
Slipping Away: Coastal Erosion and Archaeology
England’s coastline has always been on the move. We take a look at 7 of the best archaeological discoveries revealed by or at risk from coastal erosion.
Women in Science: 10 minutes with a Materials Scientist
As part of our Women in Science series, we spoke to Sarah Paynter, Materials Scientist at Historic England, about how her work informs our understanding of the past.
Scheduling Makes its Stamp on Ancient Britain
Today, the Royal Mail have released a set of ‘Ancient Britain’ Stamps, continuing a long tradition of depicting historic subjectsContinue Reading
Britain’s Earliest Mummy and the People of Wor Barrow
Long barrows are the burial places of Britain’s early farming communities and are the oldest monuments surviving in our landscape.