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Be our guest with an Archaeology Taster Session this summer!

Have you ever wanted to take part in an archaeological dig? Then this could be your opportunity to have a go and see if it is for you! The Caistor Roman Project is a welcoming group of volunteer archaeologists, with a wealth of fieldwork experience to share. We are always keen to make new friends and provide opportunities for anyone with an interest in the past to get involved.

The Archaeology Taster Session Days: Session 1: Monday 26th August 2024 Session 2: Tuesday 27th of August 2024

  • Spaces are limited, so the sooner you can confirm your booking the better
  • Thecostis £25 per day (or part day if this is more suitable to your needs). This entitles you to participation in the excavation team as one of our guest archaeologists for the day.
  • Yourworkingdaywillrunfrom9amuntil4pm.Youwillneed to bring a packed lunch but cake is provided. If you have a shiny new archaeology trowel then bring it along – or we can lend you one for the day! More details will be provided when booking.
  • Activitieswillincludetrowelworkandsievingforfinds/finds processing and a basic introduction to archaeological sitework.

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  • Any participants that wish to can choose to become a full CRP member for an additional £25 at any point within three months of booking (those who qualify for concessions and anyone keen enough to book both sessions can do so for no extra cost).
  • Only participants over 13 years old can take part and all under 16s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or carer for the full duration of the day

    You will be taking part in the CRP 2024 Summer Excavation, within the grounds of Brasted’s Caistor Hall Hotel at Caistor St Edmund. The site includes an area both inside and outside of the original layout of the Roman town of Venta Icenorum. This year we are focusing on expanding a previous investigation trench where evidence of Late Iron Age and Early Roman occupation was identified in 2023.

    And to find out more about the Archaeology Taster Sessions or to book your place please contact:

    RhianeCRP@outlook.com

    Working in partnership with the University of Nottingham, the Caistor Roman Project was set-up in 2009 to encourage community involvement in archaeological research in and around the Roman town ofVenta Icenorum– present-day Caistor St. Edmund in Norfolk. Caistor Roman Project Ltd is a Registered Charity No.1131293

    To learn more about the Caistor Roman Project: https://caistorromanproject.org/