Directory of British Archaeology 1998/9

The 1998/9 Directory of British Archaeology.

National

Bookseller/magazines

Antiquity
Antiquity Office, New Hall, Cambridge CB3 0DF. Tel: 01223 762298. Fax: 01223 357075. Web: http://intarch.ac.uk.antiquity
Rather more heavyweight than a magazine, but a very regularly produced and up-to-date academic journal of general archaeology, published quarterly.

Archaeological Review from Cambridge
c/o Dept of Archaeology, Downing Street, Cambridge CB2 3DZ. F1990
A journal of archaeological thought and ideas. Recent themes included 'children and childhood' and 'history and archaeology'. Two volumes published annually.

Archaeology Magazine
135 William Street, New York, NY 10038 USA. Tel: 001-212-732-5154. Fax: 001-212-732-5707. email: general@archaeology.org. Web: http://www.archaeology.org F1948
The offical public voice ot the Archaeological Institute of America. It is addressed to a popular audience and covers the whole gamut of archaeology.

Biblical Archaeology Review
Last known at 4710 41st Street NW, Washington, DC 20016 USA.

British Archaeological Reports
7 Longworth Road, Oxford OX2 6RA. Tel/Fax: 01865 511560
Publishes archaeological manuscripts thought to be too specialised by commercial publishers. Good manuscripts always welcome, but must be of doctoral standard at the very least.

British Archaeology
111 Walmgate, York, YO1 2UA. Tel: 01904 671417. Fax: 01904 671384. email: archaeology@compuserve.com. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/cba/ba/ba.html F1995
House magazine of the Council for British Archaeology.

British & Irish Archaeological Bibliography
c/o Council for British Archaeology, Bowes Morrell House, 111 Walmgate, York YO1 2UA. Tel: 01904 671417. Fax: 01904 672384. email: j.oetgen@ucl.ac.uk. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/cba/cba/biab.html F1990
Expensive guide to what is published about the historic environment of Britain & Ireland. The twice-yearly volumes contain hundreds of references and abstracts from a wide range of books and journals.

Castle Bookshop
Castle Street, Holt, Clwyd LL13 9YW. Tel: 01829 270382. Fax: 01829 271087. email: castlebooks@dial.pipex.com. Web: http://dspace.dial.pipex.com/town/square/fe63 F1987
Mail order and bookshop with antiquarian, secondhand and remaindered books and some new books on archaeology and other subjects. Regular catalogues, also on the web site. Shop open by prior appointment only.

Classics Bookshop
3 Turl Street, , Oxford OX1 3DQ. Tel: 01865 726466. Fax: 01865 241421
Secondhand and antiquarian bookshop specialising in books on classical antiquity, but also including Roman Britain and some prehistory.

Current Archaeology
9 Nassington Road, , London NW3 2TX. Tel: 0171 435 7517. Fax: 0171 916 2405. email: editor@archaeology.co.uk. Web: http://www.archaeology.co.uk F1967 Subscribers =16,000+
Britain's leading archaeological magazine, published 6 times a year for a subscription of £15 a year. Publishes the Directory of British Archaeology.

Local History Magazine
3 Devonshire Promenade, Lenton, Nottingham NG7 2DS. Tel: 0115 970 6473. Fax: 0115 942 4857. email: editors @local-history.co.uk. Web: http://www.local-history.co.uk F1984
An independent national magazine, published 6 times a year, for local historians and others with an interest in local history, including archaeologists. All subscribers can place up to 50 words free in every issue. £16 for 6 issues.

Medieval Life
Rectory End, Gilling East, York YO6 4JQ. Tel: 01439 788410. email: cpickles@clara.net. Web: http://www.pastforward.co.uk/medievallife F1995
A publication supported by the Centre of Medieval Studies, University of York, through an advisory committee. It is a semi-popular, multi-disciplinary magazine of the Middle Ages, covering largely Christian Europe c500 to c1500.

Minerva
14 Old Bond Street, , London W1X 3DB. Tel: 0171 495 2590. Fax: 0171 491 1595. F1989
International review of ancient art and archaeology. 6 issues a year. £3.50 an issue or £18 per year in UK. Articles on the Antiquities trade, Salesroom reports, archaeological finds, exhibitions, book reviews.

Museum Bookshop
36 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3PP. Tel: 0171 580 4086. Fax: 0171 436 4364
Opposite British Museum. Stock consists entirely of archaeology and ancient history, including archaeological methods, conservation and museology, Egyptology, and the British Isles.

Oxbow Books
Park End Place, Oxford, OX1 3HN. Tel: 01865 241249. Fax: 01865 794449. email: oxbow@patrol.i-way.co.uk. Web: http://www.oxbowbooks.com
Bookseller and publisher specialising in archaeology. Huge stocks of new and secondhand books on archaeology, ancient history and medieval history. Mail order business with regular catalogues of new books.
Travel

Andante Travels
Old Telephone Exchange, Winterbourne Dauntsey, Salisbury, Wilts SP4 6EH. Tel: 01980 610555. Fax: 01980 610002. F1986
Tour operator specialising in archaeological study holidays. All tours are led by professionals and academics.

Archaeology Abroad
31-34 Gordon Square, London, WC1H 0PY. Tel: 0171 504 4750. Fax: 0171 383 2572. email: arch.abroad@ucl.ac.uk. Web: http://www. britarch.ac.uk/cba/archabroad F1972
'Archaeology Abroad' is published 3 times a year for a subscription of £10 (UK) and lists vacancies for volunteers and staff on archaeological sites outside the UK. About 1000 places in 15 countries are advertised each year. Bulletins also contain information on British Schools and Institutes of Archaeology abroad and other relevant organisations.

Swan Hellenic
77 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1PP. Tel: 0171 800 2200. Fax: 0171 831 1280. email: Swan-hellenic@easynet.co.uk
Cruises to the Mediterranean, Iberia, the Baltic, Gulf of Arabia, India and the Far East, accompanied by guest speakers. The Swan Hellenic Travel Scholarship offers up to 4 places each year on a Mediterranean cruise.

Connemara Walking Centre
Island House, Clifden, Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland. Tel: 00353 95 21379. Fax: 00353 95 21845. email: walkwest@indigo.ie
Archaeologist and heritage consultant, walking holidays and Gibbons Publications.

The Internet

The number of internet resources continues to grow at a rapid pace. Details of various sites can be found on the Current Archaeology web pages at: http://www.archaeology.co.uk/internet.htm

Other good starting points are:

Archaeological Resource Guide to Europe (which includes Britain) http://www.bham.ac.uk/ARGE

ArchNet (an international list, based in America) http://spirit.lib.uconn.edu/archaeology.html

The Trent and Peak Archaeological Trust provides a useful list of British addresses.
http://www.ccc.nottingham.ac.uk/~aczkdc/ukarch/ukindex.html

See also individual Web sites of societies and organisations throughout this directory.

Discussion Groups
The best discussion groups in archaeology are in the so-called 'List Servers'. These are available by email: all you have to do is to send your name to the server with a request to subscribe.

The main British list server is Britarch, run by the Council for British Archaeology. To join the list send the following email message to mailbase@mailbase.ac.uk
join britarch firstname lastname

The main American archaeology list-server is Arch-L. Email to: LISTSERV@LISTSERV. TAMU.EDU with one line message: Subscribe arch-l your-firstname your-lastname

There are literally hundreds of other listservers on all aspects of archaeology and anthropology, most of which are listed at: http://lucy.ukc.ac.uk:80/afaq.html

Societies/Organisations

Lesley & Roy Adkins Archaeological Consultants
Longstone Lodge, Aller, Langport, Somerset TA10 0QT. Tel: 01458 250075. Fax: 01458 250858. email: adkins_archaeology@compuserve.com F1987 Web:http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/adkins_archaeology
Publishing consultants: editing, copy-editing, proof-reading, picture library, writing and re-writing. Their 'Handbook to Life in Ancient Greece' will be published in UK in autumn 1998 by Sutton Publishing.

Advisory Board for Redundant Churches
Last known at Fielden House, Little College Street, London SW1P 3SH. Tel: 0171 222 9603. F 1969.

Aerial Archaeology Research Group
c/o RCAHMW, Crown Buildings, Plas Crug, Aberystwyth SY23 1NJ. Tel: 01970 621207. Fax: 01970 627701. F1980 Members 184
Provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and information between all those actively involved in aerial photography, remote sensing, photo interpretation and field archaeology. Membership from the UK and 21 other countries. Annual conference, and twice -yearly journal.

Air Photo Services Ltd
76 The Green, Lyneham, Wilts SN15 4PD. Tel: 01249 891411. Fax: 01249 890080. email: APSltd@dial.pipex.com F 1990
Consultants in aerial archaeology, providing aerial photography, rectification of aerial photographs to maps, and interpretation of aerial photos. National coverage. Associated with Air Photo Services (Cambridge).

Airfield Research Group
104 Peakes Lane, New Waltham, Grimsby, NE Lincs DN36 4LY. Tel: 0161 483 4851.
email: aldonferguson@compuserve.com
F 1977 Members 350
Society for research into military and civil airfields, aircraft factories and RAF installations (but not crashed aircraft). Regular meetings. Publishes 'Airfield Review' quarterly. No excavation, but actively involved in fieldwork, research and recording. *

Ancient Metallurgy Research Group
Dept of Arch Sciences, Bradford University, Bradford BD7 1DP. Tel: 01274 233535. Fax: 01274 235190. email: j.g.mcdonnell@bradford.ac.uk F1991 Web: http://www.brad.ac.uk/acad/ archsci/depart/resgrp/amrg/amrginfo.html
Research into aspects of ancient metallurgy including surveys of metalworking sites. Opportunities for research and fieldwork, but no excavations in near future. *

Ancient Monuments Society
St Ann's Vestry Hall, 2 Church Entry, London EC4V 5HB. Tel: 0171 236 3934 . Fax: 0171 329 3677. F 1924 Members 1900
A statutory consultee on listed building consent applications involving any degree of demolition in England and Wales. Three newsletters and a volume of transactions published annually. Working in association with Friends of Friendless Churches, a charity that owns 20 disused but architecturally important churches.

Archaeological Diving Unit
University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9AJ. Tel: 01334 462919. Fax: 01334 462921. email: mld@st-and.ac.uk. Web: http://www.st-and.ac.uk/institutions/sims/adu.html F1986 Staff=5+
The Archaeological Diving Unit acts for the government agencies in the UK to provide technical support and advice for the implementation of the Protecting of Wrecks Act 1973. The Unit assesses new wreck sites, periodically revisits existing ones, and offers support and advice to those groups licensed to survey or excavate designated Historic Wreck Sites.

Archaeological Illustrators and Surveyors, Association of
Dept of History & Archaeology, Exeter Univ, Queen's Building, The Queen's Drive, Exeter EX4 4QH. email: aais@exeter.ac.uk F1978 Members 200
The Association aims to advance the professional standards of archaeological illustrators and surveyors, improve standards, and provide a forum for exchange of information and ideas. Publishes regular newsletters and an annual journal, plus specialist technical papers on aspects of illustration and surveying. Holds an annual conference.

Archaeological Indexers, Panel of
Longstone Lodge, Aller, Langport, Somerset TA10 0QT. Tel: 01458 250075. Fax: 01458 250858. email: adkins_archaeology@compuserve.com. Web: http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/adkins_archaeology
A voluntary organisation for co-ordinating a panel of indexers available for commissions and for promoting good indexes in archaeological publications.

Archaeological Leather Group
29 Railway Street, Cherry Hinton, Cambridge CB1 4LL. Tel: 01223 213089. email: aaa268@home.cam.net F1994 Members 75
Aims to explore all aspects of archaeological leather, including artefacts, production methods and conservation. Two meetings and two newsletters a year.

Archaeological Services
14 St Johns North, Wakefield, W Yorks, WF1 3QA. Tel: 01924 306791. Fax: 01924 306814. email: wyarch@compuserve.com F1986 Staff=25+
Consultant and contractor whose services include geophysical surveying nationwide. See also under Yorkshire and advert on following page.
Archaeological Site Photographers' Association
c/o 31 Fairview, Carleton, Pontefract, W Yorks WF8 3NT. Tel: 01977 702995. F1989 Members 30
Maintains contact between all who are seriously involved with site photography. Annual newsletter. Please send A5 SAE for details and sample newsletter.

Archaeology Data Service
University of York, King's Manor, York YO1 2EP. Tel: 01904 433954. Fax: 01904 433939.
email: info@ads.ahds.ac.uk. Web: http://ads.ahds.ac.uk/ahds/
Digital archiving service based in the archaeology department at York University. Established to collect, describe, catalogue, preserve and provide user support for digital resources created by archaeologists. Services available to all sectors of archaeology, not just universities.

Archaeology Texts
Combeside, Weston Lane, Bath BA1 4AA. Tel: 01225 429379. email: ronwilcox@dial.pipex.com Web: http://ds.dial.pipex.com/ronwilcox
Personal tuition offered by distance learning for A level. 'Outline of British Archaeology' and 'Outline of British and European Archaeology' texts available on disk.

Archer-Antiquaries, Society of
61 Lambert Road, Bridlington, E Yorks YO16 5RD. Tel: 01262 601604. F1956 Members 400
Active research into all aspects of archery, from earliest times. Two meetings a year, newsletters and an annual journal. Large membership spread over 13 countries. Members are encouraged and assisted with their individual research. *

Arkwright Society
Last known at Cromford Mill, Mill Lane, Derby DE4 3RQ. Tel: 01629 823256. F1971.

Arma
Braemar, Kirkgate, Chirnside, Duns TD11 3XL. Tel: 01890 818197. Fax: 07070 600116. email: mcbishop@pobox.com. Web: http://pobox.com/~jrmes/arma.htm
F1989 Members 150
Newsletter of the Roman Military Equipment Conference. Arma is published twice yearly with notes on Roman military equipment, recent discoveries and bibliographical information. Conferences open to all.

Arms and Armour Society
Last known at Field House, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, E Sussex BN27 3PY. Tel: 01323 844278. F1951.

Association of Gardens Trusts
77 Coweran Street, , London EC1M 6BP. Tel: 0171 251 2510. Fax: 0171 251 2610. F1991 Members 43
A group of county garden trusts which meets twice yearly.

Association for the History of Glass Ltd
c/o Ancient Monuments Laboratory, 23 Savile Row, London W1X 1AB. Tel: 0171 973 3320. Fax: 0171 973 3330. email: J.Bayley@eng-h.gov.uk F1978 Members 200
British branch of Association Internationale pour L'Histoire du Verre. One-day and weekend meetings. Publishes newsletter 'Glass News' twice a year.

Association for Studies in the Conservation of Historic Buildings
Last known at 31-34 Gordon Square, London WC1H 0PY. F1968.

Babtie, Cardiff
Alexandra House, 307-315 Cowbridge Road, Cardiff CF5 1JD. Tel: 01222 233503. Staff=6
Archaeological consultancy covering the UK. Services include assessments and building recording.

Babtie, Wakefield
Pearl House, 32 Queen Street, Wakefield WF1 1LE. Tel: 01924 362915. Staff=6
Archaeological consultancy covering the UK. Services include assessments and building recording.
Battlefields Trust
33 High Green, Brooke, Norwich, Norfolk NR15 1HR. Tel/Fax: 01508 558145. F1993 Members 300
Trust for the preservation, interpretation & presentation of battlefield sites as educational and heritage resources. Annual conference. Opportunities for research and survey. *

Bead Society of Great Britain
1 Casburn Lane, Burwell, Cambs CB5 0ED. Tel/Fax: 01638 742024. email: carole@morrises. keme.co.uk F1989 Members 700
Open to all those with an interest in beads, their manufacture, materials and applications. Holds five meetings and publishes a newsletter five times a year.

Bead Study Trust
29 Elliscombe Road, Charlton, London SE7 79F. Tel: 0181 858 2649. email: bead.study.trust@aapi.co.uk F1980 Members 135
Based on the Horace Beck collection of beads in the University Museum of Archaeology & Anthropolgy in Cambridge, the Trust publishes an international newsletter twice a year. In 1997 it published 'Catalogue of the Beck collection: part 1, Europe' and made several Guido awards to scholars.

Brick and Tile Services
63 Wilton Rise, York YO2 4BT. Tel: 01904 621339. email: SGarside@compuserve.com Web:
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/SGarside/bats.htm
Specialist in ceramic building materials. Services include writing evaluation and publication reports, on-site processing to enable rapid recording of ceramic building material, and assessment of material from backlog sites.
Brigantia
67 Paulsgrove Road, North End, Portsmouth, Hants PO2 7HP. Tel: 01705 696897. email: karl@ lugodoc.demon.co.uk. Web: http://www.satelite.demon.co.uk/brigantia F1990 Members 26
Re-enactment and living history displays of the Iron Age Celts 300BC - 50AD in Southern Britain for museums, schools and English Heritage.

Britannia, the Arthurian Re-Enactment Society
13 Ardleigh, Basildon, Essex SS16 5RA. Tel: 01268 544511. F1990 Members 50
Re-enactment and living history demonstrations for films, television and English Heritage. Carries out research into the period - book 'Barbarian Warriors' published in 1997. Keen to expand the research section of the society.

Britannia: Gazetteer of Roman Military Sites
17 North Street, Old Town, Swindon, Wilts SN1 3JX. email: peter@morgue.demon.co.uk. Web: http://www.morgue.demon.co.uk
An internet resource site. The well-designed web pages can be viewed at the above URL. As well as the gazetteer, there are other useful elements such as maps, a reading list and bibliography, photographs, and glossary.

British Archaeological Association
c/o Victorian Society, 1 Priory Gardens, Bedford Park, London W4 1TT. email: dacruz@liv.ac.uk. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/cba/baa/ F1844
Society to promote the study of archaeology, art and architecture and the preservation of national antiquities. Series of lectures. Publishes an annual journal. Administers the annual Ochs scholarship awards and the Reginald Taylor and Lord Fletcher biennial essay prize.

British Archaeological Awards
56 Penn Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 2LS. Tel/Fax: 01494 678975.
The Awards this year will be a retrospective, looking back at the outstanding achievements of British Archaeology over the past 21 years.

British Archaeologists' & Developers' Liaison Group
British Property Federation, 35 Catherine Place, London SW1E 6DJ. Tel: 0171 828 0111 F1985 Disbanded in 1997.

British Association for the Advancement of Science
Anthropology & Archaeology Section, 23 Savile Row, London W1X 2NB. Tel: 0171 973 3076. F1832
The British Association was set up to promote the public understanding of science. The archaeology section is particularly active and welcomes people on a day or week basis. Meets annually for talks on scientific developments in archaeology and field visits. 1998 meeting in September, in Cardiff. For 1999 the venue is Sheffield, and for 2000 London.

British Association for Local History
24 Lower Street, Harnham, Salisbury SP2 8EY. Tel: 01722 332158. Fax: 01722 413242. F1982 Members 3000
The national charity which promotes local history and serves local historians. Organises guided tours to major repositories, publishes books and pamphlets on local history, arranges conferences and commissions a prestigious annual lecture. Publishes The Local Historian, a quarterly journal, and Local History News, a topical magazine.

British Association of Numismatic Societies
Bush, Boake, Allen Ltd, Blackhorse Lane, London E17 5QP. Tel: 0181 523 6531. Fax: 0181 531 8162. email: Phil_mernick@bushboakeallen.com F1953 Members 70
Holds two conferences a year and produces occasional publications.

British Aviation Archaeological Council
8 Holly Road, Oulton Broad, Suffolk NR32 3NH. Tel: 01502 585421. F1978 Members 47
National body for aviation archaeologists and researchers. Initially formed by those investigating crash sites, the area of study has expanded to cover related aspects such as airfield architecture. The council aims to establish and maintain ethical standards and promote the preservation of aircraft relics and related documents and artefacts. *

British Brick Society
c/o Brick Development Association, Woodside House, Winkfield, Windsor SL4 2DX. Tel: 01344 885657. Fax: 01344 890129. email: brick@brick.org.uk F1972 Members 300
Promotes research into all aspects of the archaeology and history of bricks, brickmaking and brickwork. Members come from many backgrounds. 3-4 outings a year, newsletter.

British Numismatic Society
Last known at Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow, Hillhead Street, Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 4221. Fax: 0141 307 8059. F1903.

British Palaeopathology Association
Vichy House, 15 St Mary's Street, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2QL. Tel: 01227 763435. Fax: 01227 784724
Publishes newsletter three times a year. Subscription £5 per annum. Covers all aspects of osteoarchaeology and cemetery archaeology.

British School of Archaeology in Iraq
31-34 Gordon Square, London WC1H 0PY. F1932 Members 650
Covers archaeological work in Iraq and neighbouring countries - fieldwork projects in Syria and the Gulf States are planned. Publishes a 6-monthly newsletter and an annual report.

Cambridge Music-Archaeological Survey
Last known at Archaeologia Musica, PO Box 92, Cambridge CB4 1PU. Tel: 01223 351069. F1979.

Castle Studies Group
Last known at Dept History & Archaeology, Queens Building, Queens Drive, Exeter EX4 4QH. Tel: 01392 264349. F1986.

Cave Burial Research Project
6 Old Bank Fold, Almondbury Bank, Huddersfield HD5 8HF. Tel: 01484 532175. F1983.
Carries out research into the use of caves for the burial of the dead in northern England during the Neolithic and Bronze Age. Preparing a catalogue of all sites.

Census of Medieval Tiles in Britain
Last known at Centre for Medieval Studies, The King's Manor, York YO1 2EP. Tel: 01904 433911. Fax: 01904 433918.

Chapels Society
Rookery Farmhouse, Laxfield, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP13 8JA. Tel/Fax : 01986 798308. F1988 Members 300
Publishes a biannual newsletter. Organises study days. The 10th anniversary lecture of the society is at Leicester on 4 July 1998.

Church Archaeology, Society for
c/o CBA, 111 Walmgate, York YO1 2UA. F1996 Members 350
Society for professional archaeologists and any other individuals who are interested in historic churches and chapels. Annual journal and at least one conference.

Churches Conservation Trust
Last known at 89 Fleet Street, , London EC4Y 1DH. Tel: 0171 936 2285. Fax: 0171 936 2284.

Church Monuments Society
c/o The Armouries, H M Tower, London EC3N 4AB. Tel: 0171 930 4466. F1979 Members 500
Programme of spring and autumn lectures. Excursions to churches and other places of interest. Publishes the journal 'Church Monuments' annually and a newsletter twice a year. Biennial symposium.

Clay Pipe Research, Society for
6 Albert Place, 180 High Street, Portishead, Bristol BS20 6QL. F1984 Members 150
Publishes newsletters and a journal. Holds an annual conference.

Common Ground
Last known at Seven Dials Warehouse, 44 Earlham Street, London WC2H 9LA. Tel: 0171 379 3109. Fax: 0171 836 5741. F1983.

Costume Society
56 Wareham Road, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, Dorset BH16 6DS. Tel: 01202 622115. F1965 Members 1100
Publishes a newsletter twice a year and an annual volume of 'Costume'. Series of lectures at the National Gallery and an annual conference.

Council for British Archaeology (CBA)
Bowes Morrell House, 111 Walmgate, York YO1 2UA. Tel: 01904 671417. Fax: 01904 671384. email: archaeology@compuserve.com. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/cba/ F1944 Staff=13
Government funded body to promote the study and safeguarding of Britain's historic environment, and generate public interest. Individual members receive a welcome pack, automatic membership of a CBA region and 'British Archaeology' magazine.

Council for Independent Archaeology
3 West Street, Weedon Bec, Northampton NN7 4QU. Tel: 01327 340855. Fax: 0171 916 2405. email: cia@archaeology.co.uk. Web: www.archaeology.co.uk/cia/ F 1989 Members 400
Seeks to promote diversity and pluralism in archaeology, and to promote ways in which archaeologists independent of the government and government funding can contribute more effectively to archaeology. Publishes quarterly newsletter and organises a weekend congress or a one-day conference in alternate years.

CTI Centre for History Archaeology and Art History
Last known at University of Glasgow, 1 University Gardens, Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 4942. Fax: 0141 330 5518. email: ctih@gla.ac.uk. Web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/ctich F1985.

Dark Ages Society
9 Mill Street, Isleham, Ely, Cambs CB7 5RY. Tel: 01638 780965. Web: http://www.netcomuk.co.uk/kpollock/das F1973 Members 62
Re-enactment society. Most weekends involve intensive role play of 9th-century Saxon-Viking interaction. Rarely does public displays. Monthly meetings March to December. Magazine published 3 times a year.

Stuart Davison, Museums and Heritage Consultant
3 Vestry Close, Grove, Wantage OX12 0QY. Tel: 01235 772775. Fax: 01235 772779
Consultant covering the UK. Services include museum development, curatorial advice, business planning, service reviews and heritage in tourism.

Defence of Britain Project
c/o the Imperial War Museum, Duxford Airfield, Cambridge CB2 4PX. Tel: 01223 830280. Fax: 01223 834045. email: defence.of.britain@dial.pipex.com. Web: http://www.britarch.ac.uk/cba/projects/dob/ F1995
Aims to record the 20th-century military remains in the UK. The project aims to encourage public participation, relying on volunteer correspondents for information. Documentary research, recording oral history and field survey. Quarterly newsletter. Volunteers needed. **

Ed Dennison Archaeological Services
18 Springdale Way, Beverley, E Yorks HU17 8NU. Tel: 01482 870723. Fax: 01482 870723. F1996
Contractor covering Yorkshire and the North-East. Services include historic landscape surveys, assessment and evaluation, industrial archaeology, buildings recording and site interpretation.

Early Mines Research Group
98 Victoria Road, Cambridge CB4 3DU. Tel: 01223 329737. F1988
Small group of affiliated researchers. Carries out experimental early metallurgy, recording and excavation. Long-running excavation (3-4 weeks each year) on early mining sites in Wales. Volunteers accepted for excavations, which are mostly carried out in England and Wales in summer. ***

Ecclesiological Society
St Andrew by-the-Wardrobe, Queen Victoria St, London EC4V 5DE. F1839
Programme of lectures, tours and visits to pursue study of church art, architecture and liturgy. Publishes newsletter three times a year and produces other publications.

Engineering Archaeological Services Ltd
Unit 2, Glanypwll Enterprise Workshops, Ffordd Tanngrisian, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd LL41 3NW. Tel/Fax: 01766 832088. F1993 Staff=2+
Contractor covering whole of Britain. Services include geophysical surveying, surveys, evaluations, excavations, finds work and conservation.

English Companions (tha Engliscan Gesithas)
PO BM Box 4336, London WC1N 3XX. Tel: 0116 2694787. email: 100636.2512@compuserve.com. Web: http://www.kami.demon.co.uk/gesithas/ index.html F1966
tha Engliscan Gesithas is Old English for 'The English Companions'. The fellowship was formed as a reaction against the public celebration of the Norman victory at Hastings. Its aims are to increase awareness of the foundations and growth of English culture and to bring together all those with an interest in the period AD 450 to 1066. Quarterly periodical, Wiçowinde ('bindweed'). Members can subscribe to a correspondence course in the 'Englisc' language, and prizes are awarded at their annual feasts for poetry written in 'Englisc'.

English Heritage
23 Savile Row, London, W1X 1AB. Tel: 0171 973 3000. Fax: 0171 973 3334. Staff=1300
The statutory advisor to government departments and local authorities on archaeological issues.

English Heritage, Ancient Monuments Laboratory
Fortress House, 23 Savile Row, London W1X 1AB. Tel: 0171 973 3000. Fax: 0171 973 3330. email: various addressees@eng-h.gov.uk. Web: htm://www.eng-h.gov.uk F1950 Staff=36
Advisors to English Heritage on science and conservation. Undertakes research leading to better methodologies, and establishes guidelines and standards for science and conservation practice.

English Heritage Education Service
FREEPOST 22 (WD214), London W1E 5EZ. Tel: 0171 973 3442. Fax: 0171 973 3443. Web: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk F1984
Moving in June 1998 - address still valid, but not phone and fax numbers. Service to fulfil the education requirement of English Heritage's statutory duty. Attempts to encourage schools and other education establishments to make better use of the historic environment. This is done locally via regional offices. Produces a variety of resources for teachers - a free catalogue is available.

English Place-Name Society
Dept of English Studies, University of Nottingham, Nottingham NG7 2RD. Tel: 0115 951 5919. Fax: 0115 951 5924. email: janet.rudkin@nottingham.ac.uk F1923 Members 650
Carries out research into place-names. Produces a journal and other publications on place-names.

Environmental Archaeology, Association for
Dept of Archaeological Sciences, University of Bradford, Bradford BD7 1DP. Tel: 01274 383546. Fax: 01274 385190. email: R.A.Nicholson@bradford.ac.uk. Web: http://www.york.ac.uk/inst/ eau/aea.html F1983 Members 400
Association for those practising or interested in environmental archaeology. Publishes four newsletters a year, an annual journal and conference proceedings. About to launch a new journal 'Environmental Archaeology: the Journal of Human Palaeoecology'.
Ermine Street Guard
Oakland Farm, Dog Lane, Witcombe, Glos GL3 4UG. Tel/Fax: 01452 862235. F1972 Members 45
Reconstruction and re-enactment of Roman army unit. Research into the construction and use of military equipment. Puts on displays for English Heritage and others.

European Association of Archaeologists
Last known at Acres Rise, Lower Platts, Ticehurst, Wadhurst, E Sussex TN5 7DD. Tel/Fax: 01580 200752. F1994.

Experimental Earthworks Committee
Last known at North Farm West, Overton, Marlborough, Wilts SN8 1QE. Tel: 01672 861229. Fax: 01672 861689. F1959.

Experimental Firing and Ceramic Technology Group
Last known at School of Archaeological Studies, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH. Tel: 0116 252 2618. F1982.

Finds Research Group AD700-1700
c/o City Museum & Art Gallery, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffs ST1 3DW. Tel: 01782 232323. Fax: 01782 232500. email: david.barker@stoke01.stoke-cc.gov.uk F1983 Members 305
2-3 meetings per year on finds-related subjects. Publishes data sheets on finds subjects.

Fortress Study Group
The Severals, Bentleys Road, Market Drayton TF9 1LL. Tel: 01630 653433. F1975 Members 600
An international organisation interested in the whole range of fortifications since the advent of gunpowder. Thrice-yearly newsletter 'Casemate'; annual journal 'Fort'; annual Conference and annual overseas study tour.

Garden History Society
77 The Cowcross, London, EC1M 6BP. Tel: 0171 608 2409. Fax: 0171 490 2974. email: gardenhistorysociety@compuserve.com F1965 Members 2400
Promotes the protection and conservation of historic parks, gardens and designed landscapes. Annual programme of site visits, lectures, workshops and study visits abroad.

Gardens Archaeology Project
71 Upper Barn Copse, Fair Oak, Eastleigh SO50 8DB. Tel/Fax: 01703 696232. email: CCurrie260@aol.com F1989 Staff=2+4
Garden Archaeology, excavation and survey including tree surveys. An annual training excavation at Dartington Hall in Devon, July 13-19. Tuition fees are £98 for those over 21 and £68 for those under 21 and full-time students. Full board and lodging or camping is extra. ***

Georgian Group
Last known at 6 Fitzroy Square, London W1P 6DX. Tel: 0171 387 1720. Fax: 0171 387 1721. F1937.

Geoscan Research
Heather Brae, Chrisharben Park, Clayton, Bradford BD14 6AE. Tel: 01274 880568. Fax: 01274 818253. email: geoscan@geoscan.demon.co.uk
Suppliers of user-friendly geophysical instrumentation and software designed and manufactured with the needs of amateur and professional archaeologists in mind. Training available by arrangement. Continually developing new techniques and software, and open to suggestions about requirements.

Hillfort Study Group
222 High Street, Batheaston, Bath BA1 7QZ. Tel: 01225 852408. F1966 Members 91
Membership is intended for people currently active in hillfort-related research. Organises an annual 3-4 day field trip.

Historical Metallurgy Society
Last known at 22 Easterfield Drive, Southgate, Swansea SA3 2DB. Tel: 01792 233223. email: 100044.1633@compuserve.com. Web: http://sable.ox.ac.uk/~salter/hms F1962.

Historic Farm Buildings Group
Museum of English Rural Life, University of Reading, Whiteknights, Reading RG6 2AG. Tel: 0118 9318663. Fax: 0118 9751264. email: r.d.brigden@reading.ac.uk F1985 Members 250
Publishes two newsletters and a journal each
year. Organises an annual weekend conference.

Historic Gardens Foundation
34 River Court, Upper Ground, London SE1 9PE. Tel: 0171 633 9165. Fax: 0171 401 7072. F1995
Set up to create international links between all those interested in historic parks and gardens, to foster understanding and appreciation of historic gardens and to facilitate exchange of information. Publishes a newsletter and the 'Historic Gardens Review'.

Historic Royal Palaces
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU. Tel: 0181 781 9781. Fax: 0181 781 9782. F1989 Staff=53
The body responsible for the conservation, management and display of the Historic Royal Palaces. Fieldwork and recording undertaken in connection with necessary conservation, maintenance and re-presentaion projects. Large-scale archaeological work carried out by contractors.

Eric Houlder Photography
31 Fairview, Carleton, Pontefract, W Yorks WF8 3NT. Tel: 01977 702995
Archaeological photographer with picture library. Available for freelance photographic work, consultancy and tuition.

Implement Petrology Committee
Last known at Department of Archaeology, The University, Sheffield S10 2IN.
Industrial Archaeology, Association for
The Wharfage, Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire TF8 7AW. F1973 Members 800
Annual conference and a working weekend - a series of lectures during two days at Ironbridge. Organises Field Weeks abroad. Publishes quarterly magazine I.A News and annual volume of Industrial Archaeology Review.

Institute of Field Archaeologists
University of Reading, 2 Earley Gate, PO Box 239, Reading RG6 6AU. Tel/Fax: 0118 931 6446. email: admin.ifa@virgin.net. Web: http://www.stripe.net/ifa/ F 1982 Staff=5
The Institute attempts to give archaeologists the status to practise as recognised professionals. It develops and advertises standards and guidance for archaeological work, promotes high standards of vocational training, represents the profession to government and other bodies, provides an exchange of information, and provides services for its members.

International Institute of Maritime Studies
Last known at Oxford University MARE, 4 Butts Road, Horspath, Oxford OX33 1RH.

Interpretation of Britain's Heritage, Society for the
Last known at Unit 4, Dean Clough Business Park, Halifax HX3 5AX. Tel: 01422 345631. F1975.

IRIS, Index Record for Industrial Sites
Last known at Lancaster University Archaeol Unit, Storey Institute, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster LA1 1TH. Tel: 01524 848666. F1993.

R & H Jaeschke Conservators
2 Bydown Cottages, Swimbridge, Devon EX32 0QD. Tel: 01271 830932
Independent conservators for museums and units working on material from excavations. Examination, treatment and advice on storage, handling and display of objects. Run conferences and site visits. Design and make display mounts and replicas.

Jewellery Historians, Society of
Dept of Scientific Research, British Museum, London WC1B 3DG. Fax: 01234 365946. email: mo@MilbrookHouse.com F1977 Members 550
Aims to promote the study and public awareness of the history and development of the craft and craftspeople involved in the manufacture and design of jewellery. International membership. Programme of lecture meetings, occasional symposia and private views of museums. Publishes Jewellery Studies and Gem and Jewellery News.

Landscape Studies, Society for
c/o 32 Birkdale Avenue, Buckley, Flintshire CH7 2NB. Tel: 01244 549636 . F1979 Members 422
Holds weekend conferences and day schools. Publishes the journal 'Landscape History'.

Landward Archaeology
136 Duncombe Street, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3RL. Tel: 0114 234 2033. email: landward@dnet.co.uk
Contractor operating on a UK-wide basis. Concentrates on desk-based research projects. Presently undertaking 'Profiling the Profession', a major research project for English Heritage. This is a detailed survey of employment across the UK to provide the basis for strategies to develop the profession.

Lithic Studies Society
c/o National Museum & Gallery, Cathays Park, Cardiff CF1 3NP. Tel: 01222 573274. Fax: 01222 667320. email: Elizabeth.Walker@nmgw.ac.uk
F1979 Members 300
Lectures, day meetings, fieldtrips, newsletter.

Local Government Archaeological Officers, Association of
Archaeology Section, Essex County Council, County Hall, Chelmsford CM1 1LF. Tel: 01245 437681. Fax: 01245 258353. F1974 Members 89
A forum representing all archaeologists working for local authorities and national parks in England and Wales. Has a network of sub-committees covering specific areas of interest.

Manchester Ancient Textile Unit
Last known at Dept of Archaeology, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL. Tel: 0161 275 3019. Fax: 0161 275 3016. F1989.

Material Science-based Archaeology Group
Dept of Materials, University of Oxford, Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PH. Tel: 01865 273779. Web: http://users.ox.ac.uk/~salter/index.html
Applies the techniques of material science to relevant archaeological problems, principally the investigation of archaeo-metallurgical related material.

Medieval Archaeology, The Society for
Devonia, Forton Heath, Shrewsbury SY4 1EY. Tel/Fax: 01743 850736. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/cba/medarch F1957 Members 1300
The society for the study of British history and archaeology since the Roman period. Publishes annual journal 'Medieval Archaeology' and holds conferences.

Medieval Archaeology Research Group
Last known at Edinburgh City Archaeology, 10 Broughton Market, Old Broughton, Edinburgh EH3 6NU. Tel: 0131 558 1040. F1987.

Medieval Dress and Textile Society
Last known at Whitworth Art Gallery, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M15 6ER. Tel: 0161 273 4865. Fax: 0161 274 4543.

Medieval Pottery Research Group
Dept of Medieval & Later Antiquities, British Museum, Gt Russell St, London WC1B 3DG. email: mprg@pmiles.demon.co.uk. Web: http://www.pmiles.demon.co.uk/mprg/mprg.htm F1975 Members 270
Publishes a newsletter three times a year and an annual journal 'Medieval Ceramics'. Organises an annual conference.
Medieval Settlement Research Group
c/o Heritage & Environment Group, County Hall, Caldwell Street, Bedford MK42 9AP. Tel: 01234 228072. Fax: 01234 228232. email: coleman@bedfordshire.gov.uk F1986 Members 500
Organises a spring conference and publishes an annual report. Has just published 'Medieval Rural Settlements. A Policy on their Research, Survey, Conservation and Excavation'. The group is hoping to establish a landscape research project following those at Wharram Percy, Raunds and Shapwick.

Monumental Brass Society
Last known at Lowe Hill House, Stratford St Mary, Suffolk CO7 6JX. Tel: 01206 337239. Fax: 0181 521 8387. email: martin@intercity.demon.co.uk F1887.

Beric Morley
27 Milebush, Linslade, Bedfordshire LU7 7UB. Tel: 01525 379571. F1995
Independent heritage advisor on architecture, conservation and interpretation of buildings and historic sites, and building recording. Specialist in preparation of reconstruction drawings. Adult education and recreational lecturing in archaeology and architectural history.

Carole A. Morris
1 Casburn Lane, Burwell, Cambridge CB5 0ED. Tel/Fax: 01638 742024
Archaeological and historical craft consultant. Coverage includes Anglo-Saxon and medieval wooden artefacts, 18th & 19th century glass beads and lacemakers beads.

Museum Documentation Association
Jupiter House, Station Road, Cambridge CB1 2JD. Tel: 01223 315760. Fax: 01223 362521. email: mda@mdocassn.demon.co.uk
Grant-funded organisation to provide advice, training and resources on museum information management. It coordinates an Archaeological Terminology Working Group with participation from RCHME and English Heritage.

National Inventory of War Memorials
Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZ. Tel: 0171 416 5353. Fax: 0171 416 5379. email: nhewitt@iwm.org.uk F1989
Project to create a central archive of information about Britain's war memorials. As well as documentary research, fieldwork is carried out to survey and record the memorial sites.

National Monuments Record
Last known at NMRC, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2GZ. Tel: 01793 414600. Fax: 01793 414606. email: info@rchme.gov.uk. Web: http:\\www.rcheme. bov.uk F1908.

National Trust
33 Sheep St, Cirencester, Glos GL7 1RQ. Tel: 01285 651818. Fax: 01285 657935. email: xeactx@smtp.ntrust.org.uk F1895 Staff=30
Surveys and records the historic landscapes and buildings within its ownership, and works with other conservationists to provide the balanced management and improved understanding and interpretation of those landscapes. Runs training excavations in co-operation with National Trust Working Holidays. Many regional offices and representatives. Volunteers accepted for field survey and documentary research. **

National Trust Historic Buildings Department
NT Head Office, 36 Queen Anne's Gate, London SW1H 9AS. Tel: 0171 447 6501. Fax: 0171 976 0747.

Nautical Archaeology Society
c/o 19 College Road, HM Naval base, Portsmouth PO1 3LJ. Tel/Fax: 01705 818419. email: nasportsmouth@msn.com F1981 Members 900
Runs a training programme of day schools and volunteer events on various aspects of nautical archaeology. Holds annual conference. Publishes quarterly 'International Journal of Nautical Archaeology' and a newsletter. *

Network Archaeology
25 West Parade, Lincoln, LN1 1NW. Tel/Fax: 01522 532621. F1996 Staff=6+8
Contractor covering the UK. Wide range of services, but specialises in linear developments, such as pipelines. Volunteers accepted. *

Newark & Sherwood College
Friary Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG24 1PB. Tel: 01636 680680. Fax: 01636 680681. email: sgorin@newark.ac.uk Staff=5
A further education college specialising in distance learning. Courses include: A level by distance learning and AS level at day and evening classes.

Ordnance Society
Last known at 3 Maskell Way, Southwood, Farnborough GU14 0PU. F1987.

Osteoarchaeological Research Group
7 Eden Crescent, Staplehurst, Kent TN12 0NX. Tel: 01580 891650. email: hcg100@unix.york.ac.uk F1993 Members 200
For those interested in bones. Quarterly conferences. Publishes quarterly newsletter, conference proceedings, and other relevant publications.

Palaeoecology Research Services
Environmental Archaeology Unit, University of York, Heslington, York YO1 5DD. Tel: 01904 434475. Fax: 01904 433850. email: bdj@york.ac.uk. Web: http://www.york.ac.uk/inst/eau Staff=6
Contractors specialising in bioarchaeological work and the design and supply of sieving and sampling equipment and materials. Operates mainly in Yorkshire and Humberside, but also Europe and Middle East.

Palmerston Forts Society
Last known at 17 Northcroft Road, Gosport, Hants PO12 3DR. Tel: 01705 586575. F1984.

La Peinture Murale Antique, Association Internationale pour
c/o Dept of Archaeology, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL. Tel: 0161 275 3320. Fax: 0161 275 3331. F1989 Members 150
International congresses every 3-4 years. Publishes a Bibliographical Bulletin with details of recent discoveries. International colloqium on ancient wall paintings at Vienne, France, Sept 1998.
Pewter Society
Last known at Hunter's Lodge, Paddock Close, St Mary's Platt, Sevenoaks, Kent TN15 8NN. Tel: 01732 883314. F1918.

Pillbox Study Group
3 Chelwood Drive, Taunton, Somerset TA1 4JA. Tel: 01823 283596. email: j.hellis@dial.pipex.com F1992 Members 175
Engaged in the study and recording of small-scale fortifications such as pillboxes. Publishes a newsletter and is planning a study day. *

Post-Medieval Archaeology, The Society for
20 Lytton Road, Clarendon Park, Leicester LE2 1WJ. Tel: 0116 270 7999. email: LEicPC@aol.com. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/cba/spma F1967 Members 680
Promotes post-medieval archaeology in Britain and abroad. Annual journal, two conferences and two newsletters a year.

Prehistoric Ceramics Research Group
c/o Wessex Archaeology, Portway House, Old Sarum, Park, Salisbury SP4 6EB. Tel: 01722 326867. Fax: 01722 337562. email: wessexarch@dial.pipex.com F1988 Members 105
Formed to promote the study of prehistoric pottery from the Neolithic to the Iron Age. AGM and one other meeting annually. A weekend conference, survey of early prehistoric pottery and various publications are planned. Involvement in the research agenda is limited to specialists, but non-specialists are welcome at meetings.

Prehistoric Society
Institute of Archaeology, 31-34 Gordon Square, London WC1H 0PY. F1935 Members 2000
Study tours and visits in Britain and abroad. Conferences. Publishes a newsletter and the 'Proceedings of the Prehistoric Society'.

Prytani Iron Age Reconstruction Society
Last known at 8 Ogwen Terrace, High Street, Bethesda LL57. Tel: 01248 601826.

Quern Study Group
Dept of Archaeology, PO Box 218, University of Reading, Reading, Berks RG6 6AA. Tel: 0118 9875123. email: r.l.saunders@reading.ac.uk F1987 Members 28
Widening its field of study to include a variety of stone uses. Publishes a newsletter twice a year.

Rauzet, France
27 The Cedars, Brook Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex IG9 5TS
Excavation of a monastic site in the Charente, near Angouleme. The site is a sister priory of the Craswall Grandmontine priory in Herefordshire (protected by English Heritage and not open to excavation). Volunteers are accepted at Rauzet if they can find their accommodation or camp on site. Applicants (over 18) apply with sae to Carole Huchison at above address. ***
Regia Anglorum
9 Durleigh Close, Headley Park, Bristol BS13 7NQ. Tel: 0117 964 6818. email: 101364.35@compuserve.com. Web: http://www.ftech.net/~regia F1980
Early medieval re-enactment society.

Rei Cretariae Romanae Fautores
Charity Farmhouse, Netherton Road, Appleton, Abingdon, Oxon OX13 5JX. Tel: 01865 278241. Fax: 01865 278254 . F1957 Members 200
International learned society specialising in Roman pottery. Aims to establish contact between scholars of different countries. Publishes Acta and newsletters.

Research Laboratory for Archaeology & History of Art
Oxford University, 6 Keble Road, Oxford, OX1 3QJ. Tel: 01865 515211. Fax: 01865 273932. email: michael.tite@rlaha.ox.ac.uk
Foremost archaeological science research organisation. Undertakes small sample radiocarbon dating, luminescence dating, ceramic petrology, lead isotope analysis, and stable isotope dietary studies.

Rescue - British Archaeological Trust
15A Bull Plain, Hertford, Herts SG14 1DX. Tel: 01992 553377. F1971
Independent organisation that aims to promote and foster the discovery, investigation, recording, preservation and study of archaeology and to promote public knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the archaeological heritage.

Joanna Richards, Archaeological Illustration
The Sconce, 42 Claytons Way, Huntingdon, Cambs PE18 7UT. Tel: 01480 453231.
High-quality illustration, including maps, plans, sections, finds, reconstructions and publicity material.

Roman Archaeology, Association for
27 Broadway, Swindon, Wilts SN2 3BN. Tel: 01793 534008. F1995 Members 1700
Fund-raising charity in support of Roman archaeology and Roman collections available to the public. Members receive privileged entry, mostly free, to principal sites and museums across Britain. Weekend archaeological excursion and single day field trips. Twice-yearly bulletin, annual dinner, AGM and Symposium.

Roman Building Trust
23 Mill Lane, Welwyn, Herts AL6 9EU. Tel/Fax: 01438 715300. F1993
Aims to construct an experimental hypocausted building in Britain. A suite of baths is to be constructed (probably abroad) for a TV programme in 1998. Offers advice on Roman building technology.

Roman Finds Group
1 Stebbing Farm, Fishers Green, Stevenage, Herts SG1 2JB. F1988 Members 130
A special-interest group for all people interested in artefacts of Roman date other than pottery. Meetings are held twice a year, generally spring and autumn. Occasional weekend meetings. Publishes newsletter twice a year.

Roman Military Research Society
12 Crathorne Avenue, Oxley, Wolverhampton, W Midlands WV10 6BT. Tel: 01902 788503. F1983 Members 45
A research and re-enactment organisation specialising in the authentic reconstruction and testing of Roman military equipment, including artillery, weapons and armour. These are used by the drill squad of the Society (Vexillatio Legionis Geminae) in re-enactments and monthly training sessions at the Roman fort at Baginton, near Coventry. Lectures, talks and displays for schools and societies.

Roman Mosaics, Association for the Study and Preservation of
38 Oaklea, Ash Vale, Aldershot, Hants GU12 5HP. Tel: 01252 316018. F1978 Members 180
Open to all who are interested in Roman mosaics. Organises meetings and visits. Publishes newletters and the journal 'Mosaic'. Engaged in production of a corpus of Roman mosaics.

Roman Pottery, Study Group for
Walker House, 87 Queen Victoria Street, London EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0171 410 2270. Fax: 0171 410 2201. email: louiser@molas.org.uk. Web: http://www.molas.org.uk/sgrp.ntml F1971 Members 134
A forum for debate and exchange of information on Romano-British pottery. Organises meetings and annual conference. Publishes 'Journal of Roman Pottery Studies'.

Roman Research Trust
34 Mowbray Road, Didcot, Oxon OX11 8SU. Tel: 01235 817127. F1990
A grant-giving organisation. Grants given towards excavation, research and publication relating to Romano-British sites and material. Library collection available for reference.

Roman Roads, and How to Trace Them
5 Far Sandfield, Churchdown, Gloucester GL3 2JS. Tel: 01452 855338. F1990
Ken Jermy is a one-man 'Special Interest Group' glad to give advice or information to any Roman road hunter.

Roman Studies, Society for Promotion of
Senate House, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HU. Tel: 0171 323 9583. Fax: 0171 323 9584. email: romansoc@sas.ac.uk. Web: http://www.sas.ac.uk/icls/roman/ F1910 Members 2600
Organises conferences. Publishes journals 'Britannia' and 'Journal of Roman Studies'. Well-stocked library.

Royal Archaeological Institute (RAI)
c/o Society of Antiquaries, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1V 0HS. F1844 Members 1500
The largest non-specialist, non-exclusive national society in the UK. Publishes 'The Archaeological Journal'. One day Spring and Autumn meetings and one week Summer Meetings.

Royal Commission on the Historic Monuments for England
Last known at National Monuments Record Centre, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2GZ. Tel: 01793 414707. email: info@rchme.gov.uk. Web: http://www.rchme.gov.uk F1908.
Royal Numismatic Society
Last known at The British Museum, Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG. Tel: 0171 323 8173. F1836.

R.P.S Clouston
The Old Barn, Deane's Close, Steventon, Abingdon, Oxon OX13 6SY. Tel: 01235 821888. Fax: 01235 820351. email: davidf@rpsplc.co.uk Staff=5+10
Consultants covering England. Services include evaluations and provision of expert witnesses.

John Samuels Archaeological Consultants
The Manor, South Street, Normanton-on-Trent, Newark, Notts NG23 6RQ. Tel: 01636 821727. Fax: 01636 822080. F1989
Consultancy covering England. Specialises in planning and development.

Mick Sharp Photography
Eithinog, Waun, Penisarwaun, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 3PW. Tel/Fax: 01286 872425.
Library of photographs by Mick Sharp and Jean Williamson available for publication. Black and white prints and colour transparencies of subjects connected with archaeology, mainly Britain, but also abroad. The lecture slide service has been discontinued, but publishing commissions are undertaken.

Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
Ropewalk House, Charlestown, St Austell, Cornwall PL25 3NN. Tel/Fax: 01726 73104. F1976
Display of shipwreck artefacts. Concerned with the history, location and excavation of shipwrecks. Operates a consultancy on shipwreck research in British waters. Volunteers welcome to work in the centre, open March to mid November. *

Silures Iron Age Society
20 Mendip View, Wick, Bristol BS30 5PY. Tel: 0117 937 4059. F1991 Members 40
Aims to recreate life of Iron Age Celts at around 0-50 AD through living history displays and interpretative shows. Forthcoming shows at Castell Henllys, Tintagel, Chysauster and other sites.

Society of Antiquaries of London
Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1V 0HS. Tel: 0171 734 0193. Fax: 0171 287 6967. email: soc.antic.lond@dial.pipex.com F1707 Members 2000
The foremost archaeological society with an excellent library. In its fine premises next door to the Royal Academy, the Society acts as host to many other organisations and conferences, and plays an important role in providing a forum for archaeology. Publishes 'Antiquaries Journal' and various monographs. Membership restricted to elected Fellows.

Stratascan
Tiltridge Farm, Upper Hook Road, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcs WR8 0SA. Tel: 01684 592266. Fax: 01684 594142. email: stratascan@aol.uk F1987
Geophysical surveys, including ground probing radar, throughout the UK and western Europe. Recent surveys at Tower of London, Chateau de Mayenne and Daventry International Railfreight terminal.

Tiles & Architectural Ceramics Society
Decorative Art Department, Liverpool Museum, William Brown St, Liverpool L3 8EN. Tel: 0151 207 0001. Fax: 0151 478 4390. F1981 Members 360
The society is open to anyone with an interest in tiles and decorative ceramics. Twice-yearly magazine 'Glazed Expressions', quarterly newsletter, and journal. Annual lecture and visits. Current major project compiling a tile and architectural ceramic location index, with a view to eventual publication.

UK Institute for Conservation Archaeology Section
Last known at 6 Whitehorse Mews, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7QD. Tel: 0171 620 3371. Fax: 0171 620 3761. Web: http://www.netlink. co.uk/users/ukicarchsect.html

United Kingdom Fortifications Club
4 Mablethorpe Road, Wymering, Portsmouth PO6 3LJ. Tel: 01705 387794 . F1972 Members 131
Research into military sites. Has its own library and extensive archive on fortifications. Publishes the journal 'Aldis'. Undertakes excavations when necessary. **

Vernacular Architecture Group
16 Falna Crescent, Tamworth, Staffordshire B79 8JS. Tel/Fax: 01827 69434. F1952 Members 580
A society to study smaller traditional buildings. A winter and spring conference and an annual journal. Publishes a bibliography every five years.

Viking & Early Settlement Archaeological Research Project
Last known at Dept of Archaeology, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 5690. Fax: 0141 307 8044. F1978.

Viking Society for Northern Research
University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E 6BT. Tel: 0171 387 7176. Fax: 0171 380 7750. email: s.rust@ucl.ac.uk F1892 Members 650
Holds a meeting three times at year at which papers are given. Produces an annual publication 'Saga Book', and various books and other publications.

Wetland Archaeological Research Project (WARP)
Dept of History and Archaeology, Queen's Building, The University, Exeter EX4 4QH. Tel: 01392 264350. Fax: 01392 861095. F1986 Members 350
WARP promotes Wetland archaeology worldwide. Recent conferences in Vancouver, Denmark and Exeter. Conferences planned for Dublin and Florida. Publishes newsletter 'NewsWARP'. Vancouver conference proceedings published as 'Hidden Dimensions' WARP Occasional Paper 11.

White Company (1450-1485)
171 Cranbury Road, Eastleigh, Hants SO50 5HH. Tel: 01962 818575. Fax: 01962 842327. email: dave-key@uk.ibm.com. Web: http://www.novarltd. demon.co.uk/webpages/white.htm F1983 Members 120
Studies the period of 'The Wars of the Roses' (1450-85). Uses demonstrations, where the public can see and touch accurate replicas of artifacts. Recent projects include painting, tailoring, and reconstructions of military Pennons and Pavises.
David Williams Archaeological Illustration Services
Flat 5, 20 Somers Road, Reigate, Surrey RH2 9DZ. Tel: 01737 247296
Most aspects of freelance archaeological illustration for archive and publication. High -quality finds drawings a speciality.

Young Archaeologists Club (YAC)
c/o CBA, Bowes Morrell House, 111 Walmgate, York YO1 2UA. Tel: 01904 671417. Fax: 01904 671384. email: j.mather@dial.pipex.com. Web: http://britac3.britac.ac.uk/oba/cba/yac.html F1972 Members 2029
The only UK club for young people between 9 & 16. Members receive a quarterly magazine and can join local branches, go on field study holidays, enter the Young Archaeologist of the Year Award and take part in events such as National Archaeology days, this year 25 & 26 July. The aim is for young people and their families to visit sites of archaeological/historical interest and join in the activities. Contact York for details of membership and events, or see under regions in this Directory.

Scotland

Aberdeen City Council Archaeological Unit
Art Gallery, Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FQ. Tel: 01224 646333. Fax: 01224 213546. F1979 Staff=8
Curator of local sites and monuments. Runs projects for schools. Some excavation. *

Aberdeen, Marischal Museum
Marischal College, University, Aberdeen AB9 1AS. Tel: 01224 274301. Fax: 01224 643519. email: museum@abdn.ac.uk. Web: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/marischal_museum F1907
Current exhibitions include the permanent 'Encyclopaedia of the North-East'; there is a popular series of workshops for schools, and winter monthly lectures.

Aberdeen, Marischal Museum, Young Archaeologists Club
Marischal Museum, Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen AB10 1YS. Tel: 01224 274301. Fax: 01224 645519. email: museum@abdn.ac.uk. Web: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/marischal_museum/mmya.htm F1994 Members 40
Childrens'club for 8-12 year olds. Section for children over 12 is being established. Monthly meetings and excursions. At present the focus is on the Roman period and the Iron Age, but it is intended to move on to the Middle Ages.

Aberdeenshire, Angus & Moray Archaeological Service
Aberdeenshire Council, Woodhill House, Westburn Rd, Aberdeen AB16 5GB. Tel: 01224 664726. Fax: 01224 664713. email: mmgreig.ped@aberdeenshire.gov.uk F1975 Staff=2
Archaeological curator providing maintenance of a Sites and Monuments Record (partly computerised), archaeological interpretation and planning advice.

%Aberdeen University, Centre for Continuing Education
B5 Etive House, Beechwood Park, Inverness IV2 3BW. Tel: 01463 718718. Fax: 01463 714794. email: f.ryan@abdn.ac.uk
Offers certificate course in field archaeology. Runs a field school in archaeology in July and August that is open to all. ***
AOC (Scotland) Ltd
The Schoolhouse, 4 Lochend Road, Edinburgh EH6 8BR. Tel: 0131 555 4425. Fax: 0131 555 4426. email: davidr@aocscot.co.uk F1991
Consultants and contractors operating throughout UK (in association with AOC Archaeology Ltd, based in London). Services included planning advice, building recording, landscape and heritage site management, environmental archaeology, dendrochronology and conservation. Some training excavations. Volunteers accepted on certain large projects. ***

Association of Regional & Island Archaeologists
Last known at Fife Dept of Econ Dev & Planning, Fife House, North Street, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 5LT. Tel: 01592 416153. F1990.

Ayrshire Archaeological & Natural History Society
10 Longlands Park, Ayr, KA7 4RT. Tel: 01292 441915. F1947 Members 250
Programme of evening lectures and excursions. Publishes the journal 'Ayrshire Notes' and occasional monographs.

% Botel Bailey Excavation
'Kingston', Rhonehouse, Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbrightshire DG7 1SA. Tel: 01556 680478. F1991
Botel, or Buittle, is a Motte and Bailey near Dalbeattie in the grounds of a 16th-century house. It was originally a royal castle of King John Baliol, and the motte is still owned by Baliol College, Oxford. Excavations take place throughout the summer. The project is non funded and staffed entirely by volunteers from April to September. Training £10 per week (minimum stay 2 weeks). Limited accommodation; camping. 5 open weekends (spring to Christmas and YAC day). ***

Buteshire Natural History Society
The Bute Museum, Stuart Street, Rothesay, Isle of Bute PA20 0EP. Tel: 01700 505067. F1905 Members 200
Programme of lectures. Produces 'Transactions' and other publications. Continuing survey of deserted settlements on Bute as well as other fieldwork and excavation. **

Centre for Field Archaeology, Edinburgh University
Old High School, 12 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh EH1 1LT. Tel: 0131 650 8197. Fax: 0131 662 4094. email: arch-cfa@ed.ac.uk F1989 Staff=12+
Contractors covering most types of archaeological work, mainly in Scotland but with some projects in Northern England, Northern Ireland and Jordan. Organises training excavations. Volunteers accepted on some projects. **

Centre for Scottish Urban History
Dept of Scottish History, University of Edinburgh, 17 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh EH8 9LN. Tel: 0131 650 4030. Fax: 0131 650 4032. email: p.dennison@ed.ac.uk
Engaged in assessment of the archaeological and historical importance of historic towns in Scotland. Carrying out the Scottish Burghs Project for Historic Scotland. Volunteers accepted for historical research. *

Council for Scottish Archaeology
National Museums of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF. Tel: 0131 225 7534. Fax: 0131 558 8834. email: csa@dial.pipex.com F1946 Staff=2+
Promotes informed opinion concerning the study and conservation of Scotland's archaeological heritage. Its members are local archaeological, historical and amenity societies, museums and other bodies, and individuals. Members receive 'Discovery and Excavation in Scotland' annually, and 'Scottish Archaeological News'. CSA administers the Adopt-a-Monument scheme, co-ordinates the Scottish network of Young Archaeologists Clubs, and acts as a source of information.
Cowal Archaeological and Historical Society
'Rahoy', Toward, nr Dunoon, Argyll PA23 7UG. Tel: 01369 870331. F1964 Members 53
Twice-monthly meetings October to March. Hill-walking and open days at the Aldnadam site. Residential weekend at St Andrews.

Dornoch Heritage Society
c/o 'Ardoch', Struie Road, Dornoch, Sutherland, Scotland IV25 3TA. Tel: 01862 810 754. F1981 Members 150
Publication of Camore Wood hut circles a possibility.

Dumfries & Galloway Council Archaeologist
Environment & Infrastructure, Dumfries & Galloway Council, 4 Market St, Castle Douglas DG7 1BE. Tel: 01556 502351. Fax: 01556 503748
Curator for Dumfries & Galloway. Maintains Sites and Monuments Record. Advises on planning issues and forestry.

East Lothian Antiquarian & Field Naturalists Society
Inchgarth, East Links, Dunbar EH42 1LT. Tel: 01368 863335. F1926 Members 200
Publishes 'Transactions'.

Edinburgh Archaeological Field Society
21 Marchbank Gardens, Balerno, Midlothian EH14 7ET. Tel: 0131 539 6776. email: dunnichen@msn. Web: http://www.nsl.co.uk/scotpast/index.htm F1971 Members 95
Continuing excavations at Cramond, north of the Roman fort, working two days a week from Easter onwards. Other fieldwork projects. **

Edinburgh City Council Archaeology Service
Last known at 10 Broughton Market, Edinburgh EH3 6NU. Tel: 0131 558 1040. Fax: 0131 558 1090.

Edinburgh University
Dept of Archaeology, The Old High School, Infirmary St, Edinburgh EH1 1LT. Tel: 0131 650 2501. Fax: 0131 662 4094. email: Archaeology@ed.ac.uk. Web: http://www.super3. arch.ed.ac.uk/arch/homepage.html Staff=20
Courses include British, European and Mediterranean prehistory, prehistoric & protohistoric Near East, underwater archaeology and environmental archaeology. Runs a first-year field school in N.Angus/S.Aberdeenshire, and excavations and surveys in the Outer Hebrides and abroad.

Fife Council Archaeology Unit
Planning Service, Fife House, Glenrothes, Fife KY7 5LT. Tel: 01592 416153. Fax: 01592 416300. email: fifearch@sol.co.uk F1989
Curator for Fife. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record and provides advice on planning issues. Publishes guidebooks, monographs and the Tayside & Fife Archaeological Journal.

Firat Archaeological Services
50 Campbell Street, Helensburgh, Argyll G84 9NH. Tel/Fax: 01436 677657. email: Firat_archaeology@compuserve.com F1993
Contractor covering Scotland. Services include survey and excavation.

Friends of Grampian Stones
2 Ark Dale, Peterhead AB42 2RF. Tel: 01779 479286. Fax: 0165 187 2242. email: stones@artwork.co.uk. Web: www.cw.globalweb.co.uk/phd/fogshome.htm F1989 Members 260
Aims to protect, preserve and raise public awareness of the multitude of ancient sites in the Grampian region. Publishes quarterly newsletter and twice-yearly bulletin. Carries out fieldwork and research. *

Glasgow Archaeological Society
Room 618, Glasgow University Library, Hillhead Street, Glasgow G12 8QE. Tel: 0141 330 6751. Fax: 0131 330 4952. email: c.primrose@lib.gla.ac.uk F1856 Members 350
Programme of monthly lectures September to April. Publishes two bulletins a year, the annual 'Glasgow Archaeological Journal', and monographs. Excursions take place all year, and occasional conferences are organised.

Glasgow University, Archaeological Research Division
Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens, University of Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 5541. Fax: 0141 330 3863. email: j.cochrane@archaeology.gla.ac.uk. Web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Archaeology
Contract research division of the Department of Archaeology at Glasgow University. A large number of projects are carried out in Scotland and Ireland as well as abroad. Volunteers accepted when circumstances permit, but priority given to Glasgow University students. **

Glasgow University, Department of Archaeology
Gregory Building, Lilybank Gardens, University of Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 5690. Fax: 0141 330 3544. email: n.docherty@archaeology.gla.ac.uk. Web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Acad/Archaeology Staff=19

Headland Archaeology Ltd
Unit B4, Albion Business Centre, 78 Albion Road, Edinburgh EH7 5QZ. Tel: 0131 467 7705. Fax: 0131 467 7706. email: headland@compuserve.com F1996
Contractor covering UK and abroad, but mostly northern England and Scotland. Services include evaluations, surveys, excavation, archaeobotany and soil micromorphology. Volunteers accepted for laboratory work and on some excavations. *

% Highland Council Archaeology Service
The Old School, High Street, Clachnaharry, Inverness IV3 6RB. Tel: 01463 711176. Fax: 01463 711455. email: archaeology@higharch.demon.uk. Web: http://www.higharch.demon.co.uk F1993
Curator for the Highland Council area (about one-eighth of the area of Britain). Maintains a Sites and Monuments Record. Provides information and advice on conservation, management and interpretation of archaeological sites, as well as advice on planning issues. Carries out survey projects and organises training excavations. ***

Historic Scotland
Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh EH9 1SH. Tel: 0131 668 8600
An executive Agency within the Scottish Office responsible for administering legislation, looking after monuments in State care, rescue archaeology, and ancient monument & historic building grants

Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery
University of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 4221. Fax: 0141 307 3617. Web: http://www.gla.ac.uk/Museum/ F1807
Scotland's oldest museum - has recently been refurbished. Displays on the archaeology of Scotland, the Mediterranean world, and material from the South Seas collected by Captain Cook. Educational activities organised for school parties and other interested groups.

Kilmartin House Centre for Archaeology & Landscape Interpretation
Kilmartin, Argyll PA31 8RQ. Tel: 01546 510278. Fax: 01546 510330. email: Museum@khouse.demon.co.uk. Web: http://www.kht.org.uk
Kilmartin House is a centre for archaeology and landscape interpretation in a converted Georgian manse. It carries out education work with schools, puts on exhibitions and organises activities and events. *

Kintyre Antiquarian & Natural History Society
Craiglussa, Peninver, Campbeltown, Argyll PA28 6QP. Tel: 01586 553804. email: elizabeth.marrison@virgin.net F1921 Members 70
Programme of 6 winter lectures and monthly walks. Publishes two magazines. Carries out fieldwalking and recording of gravestones. *

% Lanark and District Archaeological Society
18 Hope Street, Lanark, Strathclyde ML11 7NE. Tel: 01555 662683. email: earcher286@aol F1973 Members 45
Special events in 1998 to mark the Society's 25th year. These include trips, and a traditional Scottish party, as well as the usual programme of lectures. Ongoing survey and excavation work, as well as post-excavation work in Biggar Museum. ***

Lorn Archaeological & History Society
8 Ferryfield Road, Connel, near Oban PA37 1SR. Tel: 01631 710517. F1963 Members 108
Programme of lectures from October to April. Outings. Publishes autumn news sheet and spring magazine. Monitors planning applications.

Mid Argyll, Natural History & Antiquarian Society of
c/o Miss E Crawford, Red Lodge, Castle Street, Tarbert, Argyll PA29 6UH. Tel: 01880 820408. F1954 Members 200
Programme of monthly talks January to March, monthly outings April to September, and monthly talks October to December. Ongoing watching briefs on local developments. **

Moray Field Club
80 Duncan Drive, Elgin, Moray IV30 2NH. Tel: 01343 547968. F1899 Members 75
Programme of lectures and excursions. Research on items of geological, natural history and historical interest is carried out by members and published annually in the Moray Field Club Bulletin. **

National Committee on Carved Stones in Scotland
Dept of Fine Art, University of Edinburgh 19 George Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9LD. Tel: 0131 650 4116. Fax: 0131 650 6638
Aims to raise awareness of Scotland's carved stones and the threats that face them. Acts as a forum for co-ordinating programmes for recording and protecting carved stones. Concerned with all carved stones from prehistory to the 20th century

National Museums of Scotland
Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF. Tel: 0131 247 4050. Fax: 0131 247 4060
Present efforts entirely focused on completing the Museum of Scotland, one of the largest museum developments in Europe. Major ongoing projects include Neolithic flint mining in NE Scotland, renewed publication of the finds from the Roman fort of Newstead, and excavating an Iron Age ritual site at Deskford, Banffshire. Not accepting volunteers until the museum is opened.

National Trust for Scotland
The Old Granary, West Mill Street, Perth PH1 5QP. Tel: 01738 636711. Fax: 01738 643143. F1931
Archaeology section acts as curator for properties of the National Trust for Scotland, providing cultural resource management. Runs training excavations and provides training for some long-term volunteers. ***

Northern Studies Centre
8 Rose Street, Thurso, Caithness KW14 7HH. Tel: 01847 894161. email: nsc@aol.com. Web: http://members.aol.com/nsc4161/ F 1989 Members 254
Programme of monthly events (talks or visits). Publishes a twice-yearly newsletter.

Orkney Archaeological Trust
Orkney Tourist Board, 6 Broad Street, Kirkwall, Orkney KW15 1JH. Tel: 01856 872856. Fax: 01856 875056. email: 106106.1766@compuserve.com F1996 Members 150
Preparing proposals for the establishment of an archaeological institute and for World Heritage Status nomination for Orkney. Plans to develop archaeological courses. Conference on Neolithic Orkney, Sept 10 - 14.

Outer Hebrides/ Western Isles Archaeology
Olcote, New Park, Callanish, Isle of Lewis HS2 9DZ. Tel: 0185 621 277
Margaret and Ron Curtis provide guided tours of all the Callanish sites for visitors, and specialist groups (by appointment). Exhibition on archaeoastronomy always open (except Sundays). Fieldwalking continues, and 3 books, 8 miniguides, postcards and a 20-minute video on the Callanish Stones have been published.

Peebleshire Archaeological Society
9 Glen Road, Peebles EH45 9AY. Tel: 01721 722203. F1994 Members 40
Programme of winter lectures and summer field trips. Undertaking a survey of the Manor Valley near Peebles. **

Pictish Arts Society
Last known at School of Scottish Studies, 27 George Square, Edinburgh EH8 9LD. Tel: 0131 332 0277. F1988.
Renfrewshire Local History Forum
Pinewood, Broadlie Road, Neilston, Glasgow G78 3ES. Tel: 0141 248 1400. F1990 Members 50
Programme of monthly lectures October to April. Excavation planned of Knockmade fortified Iron Age farmstead and a farmstead at Neilston. Post-excavation work at Picketlaw. Excavations at weekends and summer evenings. Also other fieldwork projects. **

Resurgam!
Beechwood, Whiteface, By Dornoch IV25 3RJ. Tel: 01862 881 275. F1997
Contractor covering Sutherland. Services include fieldwork, surveying, and site management and presentation. Also runs an archaeological tourism business offering heritage tours from Easter 1998.

Royal Commission on the Ancient & Historic Monuments of Scotland
John Sinclair House, 16 Bernard Terrace, Edinburgh EH8 9NX. Tel: 0131 662 1456. Fax: 0131 662 1477. email: postmaster@rcahms.gov.uk. Web: http://www.rcahms.gov.uk/ F 1908 Staff=67
Aims to survey and record the man-made environment of Scotland, compile and maintain a record of the archaeological and historical environment (in the National Monuments Record of Scotland), and to promote understanding of this information by all appropriate means.

Scotia Archaeology Limited
29 Hillside Crescent, Edinburgh, EH7 5EF. Tel/Fax: 0131 556 3994. F1990
Contractor and consultant covering Scotland. Services include excavations, evaluations, watching briefs and surveys.

Scottish Archaeological Forum
Last known at Dept of Archaeology, University of Glasgow, G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 330 4917.

Scottish Borders Council
Dept of Planning & Development, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, Scottish Borders TD6 0SA. Tel: 01835 824000. Fax: 01835 823225. F1989
Curator for the Scottish Borders. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides advice on planning and forestry. Publishes guidebooks in the Borders Heritage Series. Guided walks.

Scottish Field School of Archaeology
Last known at CSA, Nat. Museum Scotland, York Buildings, Queen St, Edinburgh EH2 1JD.

Scottish Industrial Heritage Society
c/o Falkirk Museum Stores, 7/11 Abbotsinch Road, Grangemouth FK3 9UX. email: sihs@aol.com. Web: http://members.aol.com/sihs/ F1984 Members 140
Visits to industrial sites. Recently carried out recording work on the Forth & Clyde Canal. Publishes a newsletter.

Scottish Institute of Maritime Studies
Last known at St Andrews, Fife KY16 9AJ. Tel: 01334 462916. Fax: 01334 462921.

Scottish Local History Forum
Last known at Huntly House Museum, 142 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DD. Tel: 0131 529 4012. Fax: 0131 557 3346. F1983.

Scottish Medievalists
Scottish Studies Institute, The University, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9AL. Tel: 01334 462942. Fax: 01334 462927. email: st4@st-and.ac.uk F1959 Members 200
A multidisciplinary group of scholars working in all aspects of medieval and renaissance studies. Meets once a year. Membership by invitation only.

Scottish Museum Archaeologists
Last known at Inverness Museum, Castle Wynd, Inverness IV2 3ED. Tel: 01463 237114. F1988.

Scottish Place-Name Society
Last known at School of Scottish Studies, University of Edinburgh, 27 George Square, Edinburgh EH8 9LD. Tel: 0141 339 8855. F1996.

Scottish Society for Conservation and Restoration
The Glasite Meeting House, 33 Barony Street, Edinburgh EH3 6NX. Tel: 0131 556 8417. Fax: 0131 557 5977. email: admin@sscr.demon.co.uk
The society has members from the many different disciplines of conservation, including archaeology, and produces a journal four times a year.

Scottish Society for Northern Studies
Last known at School of Scottish Studies, University of Edinburgh, 27 George Square, Edinburgh EH8 9LD. Tel: 0131 650 4162.

Scottish Trust for Underwater Archaeology
Last known at Edinburgh University, Archaeology Dept, Infirmary Street, Edinburgh EH1 1LT. Tel: 0131 650 2368. Fax: 0131 650 2369. email: /ndixon@hsyl.ssc.ed.ac.uk F1988.

Scottish Urban Archaeological Trust
55 South Methven St, Perth PH1 5NX. Tel: 01738 622393. Fax: 01738 631626. F1982
Contractor covering Scotland. Services include assessment, evaluation, excavation, survey, and research. Ongoing surveys of hospitals, moated sites and kiln sites. Recent excavations in Dumbarton and Hamilton.

Scottish Vernacular Buildings Working Group
Arbroath Museum, Signal Tower, Ladyloan, Arbroath DD11 1PU. Tel: 01241 875598. F1972 Members 350
Programme of study days and weekends. The group surveys and records remains of buildings. *

% Shetland Amenity Trust
22-24 North Road, Lerwick, Shetland ZE2 9LL. Tel: 01595 694688. Fax: 01595 693956. email: shetamenity.trust@zetnet.co.uk. Web: http://www.shetland-news.co.uk/websites/amenity F1983
Curator for Shetland. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Covers development control, site interpretation, survey, excavation and education. Runs training excavation. Local volunteers very welcome. ***

Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
Royal Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF. Tel: 0131 225 7534. F1780 Members 3300
The national archaeology society of Scotland. Full programme of lectures and conferences. Publishes a newsletter twice a year, an annual volume of Proceedings and a monograph series. The society has its own library and administers various research funds and grants.

Society of Antiquaries of Scotland (NE Scotland Section)
Marischal Museum, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB9 1AS. Tel: 01224 274301. Fax: 01224 645519. email: museum@abdn.ac.uk. Web: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/marischal_museum/sas.htm F1969 Members 279
Winter lectures, summmer excursions.

Soutra Hospital Archaeoethnopharmacological Res. Project: SHARP
Last known at 5 Fala Village, Pathhead, Midlothian EH37 5SY. Tel: 01875 833 248. F1986.

Stirling Council, Environmental Services
Viewforth, , Stirling FK8 2ET. Tel: 01786 442752. Fax: 01786 443003
Curator for Stirling Council Area and Clackmannanshire. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides advice on planning. Also lectures and guided walks.

Stirling Field and Archaeological Society
34 Albert Place, Stirling FK8 2RG. Tel: 01786 461721. F1961 Members 92
Programme of talks and outings. Publishes a newsletter. A search is being made for the original site of the Bridge where Wallace defeated the English in 1297.

%Tarbat Historic Trust
The Studio, Heights of Inchvannie, Strathpeffer IV14 9AE. F1991.
An 8 year project to investigfate the 'Pictish' site at Tarbat, near Portmahomack on the north-east coast of Inverness. Excavations run from July 26th to August 15th: details from Kings Manor, York, YO1 2EP. ***

Tayside & Fife Archaeological Committee
Perth Museum & Art Gallery, George Street, Perth PH1 5LB. Tel: 01738 632488. Fax: 01738 443505. F1977 Members 21
A liaison organisation that aims to conserve the historic environment of Tayside by bringing together individuals and organisations that share this common interest. Annual conference in November. Publishes the Tayside and Fife Archaeological Journal. Runs a fieldwalking group. **

Trimontium Trust
Cockleroi, Newstead, Melrose TD6 9DE. Tel: 01896 822651. Fax: 01896 822522. email: rstrathie@zetnet.co.uk. Web: http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/rstrathie/index.htm F1988 Members 425
Six celebrity lectures per annum. Exhibitions, guided walks and publications to promote the site of Trimontium at Newstead. Recently restored the Trimontium memorial stone. Continuing research and field trials of the resistivity meter the Trust has built for itself. **

West of Scotland Archaeology Service
Charing Cross Complex, 20 India Street, Glasgow G2 4PF. Tel: 0141 287 8333. Fax: 0141 287 9529. Staff=4
Curator for 11 councils in Argyll, Clyde Valley and Ayrshire. Maintains Sites and Monuments Record and provides advice on planning issues.

Young Archaeologists Club,Biggar Branch
Biggar Museum Trust, Moat Park Heritage Centre, Biggar, Lanarks ML12 6EU.

Young Archaeologists Club, Carrick Branch
57 Whitehall, Maybole, KA19 7DS.

Young Archaeologists Club, Central Borders Branch
The Trimontium Trust, Cockleroi, Newstead TD6 9DE. Tel: 01896 822651.

Young Archaeologists Club, East Lothian Branch
Vine Cottage, Dirleton, Lothian EH39 5ED. Tel: 01620 850289.

Young Archaeologists Club, Edinburgh Branch
Council for Scottish Archaeology, National Museums of Scotland, Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JD. Tel: 0131 2257534.

Young Archaeologists Club, Falkirk Branch
4 Woodburn Crescent, Greenhill, Bonnybridge, Stirlingshire FK4 2DJ.

Young Archaeologists Club, Fife Branch
East Fife Museum Service, County Buildings, Cupar KY15 4TA. Tel: 01334 412934.
Young Archaeologists Club, Glasgow Branch
Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ. Tel: 0141 3304221.

Young Archaeologists Club, 'The Great Auks'
Kilmartin House Trust, Kilmartin, Argyll PA31 8RQ. Tel: 01546 510278.

Young Archaeologists Club, Isle of Lewis Branch
Burncrook, Upper Baybel, Point, Isle of Lewis HS2 0QH.

Young Archaeologists Club, Largs Branch
Top Flat, 19 Moorburn Road, Largs, Ayrshire KA30 9JA.

Young Archaeologists Club, Moray Branch
c/o The Falconer Museum, Tolbooth Street, Forres IV36 0PH. Tel: 01309 673701.

Young Archaeologists Club, Perth Branch
Perth Museum & Art Gallery, 78 George Street, Perth PH1 5LB. Tel: 01738 632488.

Young Archaeologists Club, Shetland Branch
Grind, Clousta, Bixter, Shetland ZE2 9LX.

Young Archaeologists Club, South Ayrshire Branch
6 Yorke Road, Troon KA10 6EW.

Young Archaeologists Club, Stranraer Branch
Stranraer Museum, 55 George Street, Stranraer DG9 7JP. Tel: 01776 705088.

Young Archaeologists Club, Oyne Branch
c/o Archaeolink Trust, Oyne, Insch, Aberdeenshire AB52 6QP. Tel: 01464 851500.

Northern Ireland & Isle of Man

Belfast Naturalists' Field Club
Last known at 78 Kings Road, , Belfast BT5 6JN. Tel: 01232 797155. F1863.

% Billaun, Isle of Man
School of Conservation Sciences, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole BH12 5BB. Tel: 01202 595536. Fax: 01202 595478. email: tdarvill@bournemouth.ac.uk
Neolithic Landscape Project run by Bournemouth University: see CA 150. ***

%Burren Archaeology Research Expedition
3303 East 8th Street, Long Beach, CA 90804, United States. Tel: 562 433 5337. email: burrenarch@hotmail.com. Web: http://www.burrenarch.com F1994
Investigation of a Neolithic landscape in the Burren, Co Clare, Ireland. Approximately 1 sq km of field walls has been mapped, several megalithic tombs discovered, and a habitation area excavated. Further excavation July to September 1998. Volunteers accepted to work in sessions of two weeks at a time. Cost per session, £950. ***

Carrickfergus Gasworks Preservation Society
6 Twinburn Crescent, Monkstown, Newton Abbey BT37 0ER. Tel: 01232 862974. F1987 Members 60
The Society is concerned with the preservation, restoration and conservation of the Victorian gasworks and appliances. The Restoration of a dry coal store destroyed in 1944 is now complete. This year is planned the refurbishment of Retort House with the conservation of the show room, board room and managers' house. Volunteers always welcome for restoration work. **

Environment and Heritage Service
5/33 Hill Street, Belfast BT1 2LA. Tel: 01232 543023. Fax: 01232 543111. email: hmb.ehs@nics.gov.uk Staff=100
Curators for Northern Ireland to record, protect and promote the built heritage. Maintains a computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides statutory regulation and enforcement, advice on planning, and grant aid. Carries out surveys, excavations and recording of monuments and buildings.

Irish Association of Professional Archaeologists
c/o Duchas, 51 St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2. Tel: 1 6613111. Fax: 1 6621767. email: duchas@indigo.ie F1972 Members 232
Regular programme of conferences. Publishes IAPA Newsletter.

Irish Georgian Society
Last known at 74 Merrion Square, Dublin 2. F1958.

National Trust (Northern Ireland)
Last known at Rowallane House, Saintfield, Ballynahinch, Co Down BT24 7LH. Tel: 01238 510721. F1895.

Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Committee
Last known at PO Box 252, , Belfast BT9 6GY. Tel: 01232 668817. F1980.

Organisation of Irish Archaeologists
Last known at 71 Carmel Street, Belfast BT7 1QF. Tel: 01232 233631. F1984.

Ulster Archaeological Society
Last known at c/o Dept Archaeology, Queens University, Belfast BT7 1NN. Tel: 01232 616200.

Wales

% Aberystwyth, Dept of Extra-Mural Studies
11 Laura Place, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion SY23 2AU. Tel/Fax: 01970 622742. email: cha@aber.ac.uk Staff=10+
Provides diploma/certificate and weekend courses on archaeology and history. Training excavations during July and August. ***

Archaeology Cymru Ltd
Cae Mawr, Tan-yr-Allt,, Llanllyfyni, Gwynedd LL54 6RT. Tel: 01286 882709. F1988 Members 250
Formerly Past Finders Archaelogy and before that the Welsh Archaeological Institute, and before that the Glamorgan Gwent Young Archaeologists' Society, this body is run with great enthusiasm by 23-year old Karl-James Langford who offers guided tours and lectures and a quarterly magazine.Recently relocated to N Wales.

Bangor, University of Wales
School of History & Welsh History, Bangor LL57 2DG. Tel: 01248 382154. Fax: 01248 382759. email: his017@bangor.ac.uk. Web: http://www.history. bangor.ac.uk Staff=14
History with archaeology course: specialises in the prehistory and early medieval archaeology of Wales and Ireland. Regular field trips to Ireland and N. Wales.

Brecon Beacons National Park Archaeologist
7 Glamorgan Street, Brecon, Powys LD3 7DP. Tel: 01874 624437. Fax: 01874 622574. email: 100070.1353@compuserve.com
Provides planning and land management advice for the Brecon Beacons National Park. Carries out field survey, conservation projects and training excavations. *

CADW: Welsh Historic Monuments
Last known at Crown Building, Cathays Park, Cardiff CF2 1UY. Tel: 01222 500 200. Fax: 01222 826 375. F1984.

Cambrian Archaeological Society
The Laurels, Westfield Road, Newport, Gwent NP9 4ND. Tel: 01633 262449. F1847 Members 830
The national archaeological society of Wales. Organises field meetings. Publishes the journal 'Archaeologia Cambrensis'. Provides some funding for research.

Cardiff Archaeological Society
Last known at 11 Fordwell, Llandaff Village, Cardiff CF5 2EQ. Tel: 01222 566700. F1962.

Cardiff, Dept for Continuing Education
38 Park Place, Cardiff CF1 3BB. Tel: 01222 874831. Fax: 01222 668935. email: coepd@cardiff.ac.uk
Certificate, diploma and degree-related courses covering subjects such as British archaeology, particularly Roman and medieval, and Egyptology. Organises summerschools and study tours and practical projects working with finds.

Cardiff University School of History & Archaeology
University of Wales, Cardiff CF1 3XU. Tel: 01222 874821. Fax: 01222 874929. email: LaneA@cardiff.ac.uk Staff=15
Courses include British and European prehistory, Mediterranean archaeology, Egyptology, Roman and post-Roman archaeology, medieval Britain, environmental archaeology, archaeological science and conservation. Organises training excavations and other projects.

% Castell Henllys Iron Age Fort
Meline, Crymych, Pembrokeshire SA41 3UT. Tel: 01239 891319. Fax: 01239 891319. Web: http://www.pembrokeshirecoast.org/map.htm
Reconstructions at Iron Age promontory fort site, with adjacent Roman farmstead. Winner of 2 British Archaeological Awards. Annual summer excavation organised by York University July 5th - August 16th. Volunteers also accepted to help with reconstruction and experimentation. Site open Easter to November with admission charge. ***

Chepstow Archaeological Society
1 Walford Street, Newport, Gwent NP9 5PH. Tel: 01633 857911. Fax: 01633 857782. F1995 Members 25
A newly formed society primarily concerned with Chepstow and the border area. Programme of monthly lectures. It is intended to start publishing a newsletter and run monthly field trips in the summer. Intermittent excavations. **

Clwyd-Powys Archaeological Trust
7A Church Street, Welshpool, Powys SY21 7DL. Tel: 01938 553670. Fax: 01938 552179. email: CPAT.demon.co.uk F1974 Staff=14+
Contractor covering all areas of archaeological fieldwork in Wales and the Marches. Organises training excavations and accepts volunteers when circumstances permit. *

Cymdeithas Archaeoleg Llandegai a LLanllechid
Pendinas, Tregarth, Gwynedd LL57 4NW. Tel: 01248 600156. F1975 Members 46
Aims to investigate its mountainous area by fieldwalking and follow-up studies of sites found. Refused lottery money, the society benefited from a donation from the late Robert Kiln. A series of booklets on the results so far is in press. *
Denbighshire County Archaeologist
Denbighshire Countryside Service, Trem Cluyd, Candy Drive, Ruthin LL15 1QA. Tel: 01824 708073. Fax: 01824 708039
Curator for Denbighshire. Joint custody of the Sites and Monuments Record with the Clwyd-Powys Archaeological Trust. Carries out surveys and site management and provides planning advice.

% Dolforwyn Castle Excavation
c/o Dept of Archaeology, The Kings Manor, York YO1 2EP. Tel: 01904 433901. Fax: 01904 433902. email: lab4@york.ac.uk
Excavation of Castle of Welsh princes and Mortimer family on behalf of CADW. The excavation will continue until the castle interior is fully understood. There will be a team of 30 in July - apply to Lawrence Butler in York University. ***

Early Medieval Wales Archaeology Research Group
Last known at School of History & Welsh History, University College of North Wales, Bangor LL57 2DG. Tel: 01248 382154. Fax: 01248 382759. F1984.

Flintshire Historical Society
69 Pen-y-Maes Avenue, Rhyl, Denbighshire LL18 4ED. Tel: 01745 332220. F1911 Members 344
Programme of winter lectures and summer excursions. Publishes a journal.

Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust Ltd.
Ferryside Warehouse, Bath Lane, Swansea SA1 1RD. Tel: 01792 655208. Fax: 01792 474469. Staff=4+8
Curator and contractor covering the old counties of Glamorgan and Gwent. Maintains a computerised Sites and Monuments Record, and provides a regional archaeological service.

Goldsland Archaeological Group
37 Heol-y-Forlan, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF4 1AY. Tel: 01222 626801. email: cmumford@uwic.ac.uk F1980 Members 5
Continuing investigation of a Romano-British farmstead associated with nearby lead-working.

% Great Orme Mines Ltd
Great Orme, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 2XG. Tel/Fax: 01492 870447. F1990
A Bronze Age copper mine, laid open for tourists - underground tours and displays. Open daily 1 February to end of October. Excavations continue on the site, and a small number of volunteers are accepted. ***

Kenfig Society
6 Locks Lane, Porthcawl, Glamorgan CF36 3HY. Tel: 01656 782351. F1989 Members 150
Programme of monthly meetings and lectures. Local walks and trips. Publishes 'The Kenfig Journal' and booklets on local history. Ongoing excavation on the outskirts of the town of Kenfig, buried by sand dunes in the 15th century. **
Lampeter, University of Wales
Dept of Archaeology, Lampeter, Ceredigion SA48 7ED. Tel: 01570 424732. Fax: 01570 423669. email: archaeology@lamp.ac.uk. Web: http://archaeology.lamp.ac.uk
Single honours degree courses include Archaeology, Archaeology and Environment, Ancient History and Archaeology, and Archaeology and Anthropology. Joint honours degree combining archaeology with any other subject. Post-graduate course in Archaeological Research. The department subsidises all fieldwork (up to the full cost). Runs training excavations and other projects. ***

% Monmouth Archaeological Society
The Town Wall, St James' Square, Monmouth, Gwent NP5 3DN. Tel: 01600 714136. F1957 Members 70
Leading amateur society, carrying out rescue work including evaluations, excavations under PPG16, and some research excavations. Continuing excavations in Monnow Street, Monmouth, and writing up earlier excavations there. Volunteers always welcome. ***

Monmouthshire Antiquarian Association
1 Brunel Avenue, High Cross, Newport, NP1 0DN. Tel: 01633 894338. F1847 Members 231
Programme of day outings and evening visits. Publishes 'The Monmouthshire Antiquary'.

Newport, University of Wales College
Caerleon Campus, Newport NP6 1YG. Tel/Fax: 01633 432240. email: m.aldhouse-green@newport.ac.uk Staff=7
The SCARAB Research Centre (Centre for the Study of Culture, Archaeology, Religions and Biogeography) offers a joint honours programme in Human Origins, Prehistoric Europe, World Prehistory, Iron Age Europe, Western Roman Provinces, Medieval Archaeology and landscape Archaeology. MA in Celto-Roman studies. Recent and future research projects include Paviland & Palaeolithic, SULIS (Gallo-Roman healing sanctuaries) and Celtic God names.

Offa's Dyke Association
West Street, Knighton, Powys LD7 1EN. Tel: 01547 528753. F1969 Members 1000
Small exhibition in library at centre in Knighton.

% Offa's Dyke Project
Centre for Anglo-Saxon Studies, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL. Tel: 0161 275 3156 F1975
Originally with Manchester University Extra-Mural Department, this project is involved in the survey and excavation of linear earthworks in the Welsh Marches. There are weekend, day and week visits, and a two-week training excavation. Volunteers accepted after some training in survey and/or excavation techniques. See also Porth y waen (under West Midlands). ***

Powysland Club
Llygad y Dyffryn, Llanidloes, Powys SY18 6JD. Tel: 01861 412277. F1867 Members 500
Programme of lectures October to May. Day excursions in summer. The club has its own library and publishes an annual journal The 'Montgomeryshire Collections', as well as various other publications.

Royal Commission on the Ancient & Historical Monuments of Wales
Crown Building, Plas Crug, Aberystwyth SY23 1NJ. Tel: 01970 621200. Fax: 01970 627701. F1908
Maintains the database of archaeological sites, historic buildings, and maritime sites in Wales. The National Monuments Record of Wales is open daily for public reference. Supplies authoritative information for government, corporate bodies and the general public.

Swansea, University of Wales
Last known at Dept of Classics & Ancient History, Singleton Park, Swansea SA2 8PP. Tel: 01792 295187. Fax: 01792 295739.

Trostrey Excavation Group
Buxton House, Old Market Street, Usk, Gwent NP5 1AL. Tel/Fax: 01291 672729. F1988 Members 20
Continuing excavation at the multi-period site at Trostrey Castle near Usk and at the site of Roman burials at Abernant near Caerleon. Continued aerial survey of sites in SE Gwent. Carries out watching briefs. *

Welsh Historic Gardens Trust
Coed-y-Ffynnon, Lampeter Velfrey, Narberth, Pemb SA67 8UJ. Tel/Fax: 01834 831 396. F1989 Members 600
Programme of lectures and meetings. Publishes a newsletter and a journal 'Gerddi'. Carries out the recording of parks and gardens throughout Wales in collaboration with RCAHMW. Also undertakes documentary research. *

Welsh Mills Society
Last known at Welsh Folk Museum, St Fagans, Cardiff CF5 6XB. Tel: 01222 569441. Fax: 01222 578413. F1984.

Welsh Mines Society
Last known at Pound House, Newent, Glos GL18 1PS. Tel: 01531 820650. F1979.

West Wales Maritime Heritage Society
44 West Haven, Cosheston, Pembroke Dock, Pembs SA72 4UL. Tel: 01646 683764. F1984 Members 90
The society aims to promote a historical awareness of West Wales and is engaged in the restoration and sailing of vintage boats and teaching skills associated with them. Also undertakes documentary research. *

Wrexham Archaeology Service
County Buildings, Regent Street, Wrexham LL11 1RB. Tel: 01978 356074. Fax: 01978 353882. email: 100770.2067@compuserve.com Staff=3
Curator for Wrexham County Borough. Provides planning advice and conservation of buildings and earthworks.

Young Archaeologists Club, Denbighshire Branch
Countryside Services, Tremclwyd, Canol y Dre, Ruthin LL15 1QA. Tel: 01824 708073.

Young Archaeologists Club, South East Wales Network
c/o Roman Legionary Museum, High Street, Caerleon, Newport NP6 1AE.

Young Archaeologists Club, West Wales Branch
Castell Henllys, Pant Glas, Meline, Crymych, Pembrokeshire SA41 3UT. Tel: 01239 891319.

Northern England

% Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum
Arbeia Roman Fort, Baring Street, South Shields NE33 2BB. Tel: 0191 4544093. Fax: 0191 4276862. F1991
Museum and excavation of a Roman fort. Open day in May. Runs training excavations, but also accepts volunteers. ***

Arbeia Society
Arbeia Roman Fort, Baring Street, South Shields, Tyne & Wear NE33 2BB. Tel: 0191 454 4093. Fax: 0191 427 6862. F1988 Members 110
The South Shields Archaeological & Historical Society. Series of lectures and a one-day conference. A section of the society, 'Cohors V Gallorum', is a re-enactment group that carries out research on early 3rd-century military and civilian life and puts on public displays.

Archaiologia Limited
16 Stanwick Street, Tynemouth, Tyne & Wear NE30 4ET. Tel: 0191 257 7717. email: malcom.craik@archaiol.force9.co.uk Web: http://web.onyxnet.co.uk/Christine.Ivory-onyxnet.c o.uk
Services include archaeological data processing and analysis, land surveys, archaeology jobs and people finder, and archaeological holidays. Plans to offer heritage management and genealogical services soon.

Bede's World
Church Bank, Jarrow, Tyne & Wear NE32 3DY. Tel: 0191 489 2106. Fax: 0191 428 2361. email: susan.mills@bedesworld.co.uk. Web: http://www.bedesworld.co.uk
The Museum of Early Medieval Northumbria focuses on the life and times of the Venerable Bede. There is also a 15 acre 'Anglo-Saxon' farm on which elements of secular life in Bede's time are being recreated, including cultivation of ancient cereals, rare breeds of animals and reconstruction of timber buildings. The museum received a £3m lottery award and will begin to build the final phase of the project in 1999.

Brigantia Archaeological Practice
Britannia Chambers, 18a Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, Co Durham DL12 8LZ. Tel/Fax: 01833 630125. F1995
Archaeological consultants and contractors not tied to a specific area. Small numbers of volunteers sometimes accepted by special arrangement. *

Carlisle Archaeological Unit
Carlisle City Council, Civic Centre, Carlisle CA3 8QG. Tel: 01228 23411. Fax: 01228 511216. F1977 Staff=7+13
Urban and rural evaluations, excavations, building survey, publications, mainly in Cumbria. Major urban millennium project, with a training excavation in 1999. Occasional volunteers accepted. *
CBA, North
The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, Co Durham DL12 8NP. Tel: 01833 690107. Fax: 0191 384 1336. email: niallhammond@durham.gov.uk Members 270
Twice-yearly news bulletin and two conferences each year, in spring and autumn.

Cohors V Gallorum
See Arbeia Society

Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian & Archaeological Society
2 High Tenterfell, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4PG. Tel: 01539 728288. Fax: 01539 773439. F1866 Members 795
Programme of winter lectures and summer outings. Several recent publications, including 'Roman Maryport', edited by R.J.A. Wilson, with more publications forthcoming. The Industrial Archaeology section particularly welcomes assistance. *

Cumbria County Council
Economy & Environment, County Offices, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4RQ. Tel: 01539 773428. Fax: 01539 773439
Curator for the county of Cumbria. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides information and advice relating to all aspects of the archaeological heritage.

Cumbria Industrial Society
Coomara, Carleton, Carlisle, Cumbria CA4 0BU. Tel: 01228 537379. Fax: 01228 596986. F1985 Members 100
Evening and outdoor meetings. Publishes a bulletin and organises an annual one-day conference. First volume of occasional papers is in preparation. Undertakes fieldwork and excavation. **

Durham County Council Archaeology Section & SMR
Arts, Libraries & Museums Dept, County Hall, Durham DH1 5TY. Tel: 0191 383 4212. Fax: 0191 384 1336. email: niallhammond@durham.gov.uk
Curator for Co Durham and Borough of Darlington. Maintains Sites and Monuments Record and carries out development control. Also curates the county archaeological collections and displays. Occasionally accepts volunteers, mainly in museum work and SMR enhancement. *

Durham, University of
Dept of Archaeology, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE. Tel: 0191 374 3629. Fax: 0191 374 3619. email: sheila.brown@durham.ac.uk. Web: http://www.dur.ac.uk/archaeology/
Courses cover a wide range of topics in archaeology. Runs a training excavation at Ingram, Northumberland. Fieldwork projects in Syria, Romania, Italy, France and Greece, as well as in UK. Laboratory-based projects as well.

English Heritage Education Service Regional Office
Bessie Surtees House, 41 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8JF. Tel: 0191 261 1585.
Geoquest Associates
The Old Vicarage, Castleside, Consett DH8 9AP. Tel: 01207 583576. Fax: 01207 583377. email: post@geofix.demon.co.uk F1991
Provides survey services to the archaeological community. Publishes the InSite program for geophysical data processing and operates the only independent professional archaeomagnetic dating laboratory in the UK. Undertakes assessments, evaluations and excavation. Volunteers and students accepted for training. *

Guisborough and District Archaeological Society
2 Lucerne Drive, Hutton Meadows, Guisborough TS14 8DZ. Tel: 01287 635373. F1972 Members 60
Programme of winter lectures. Visits to sites of interest.

Lanchester Local History Society
c/o 11 St Margarets Drive, Tanfield Village, Stanley, Co Durham DH9 9QW. Tel: 01207 236634. F1968 Members 40
Programme of lectures and outside visits. Publishes annual journal.

Matterdale Historical and Archaeological Society
The Knotts, Matterdale, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0LD. Tel/Fax: 017684 82358. email: swhw80hf@knotts.softnet.co.uk F1994 Members 135
Programme of monthly lectures and field trips. Publishes yearbook and Transactions. A full survey of the surrounding area in association with archaeologists from Edinburgh and Glasgow is planned. Possibly some excavation. *

Morpeth Antiquarian Society
9 Eden Grove, Morpeth, Northumberland NE61 2UN. Tel: 01670 514792. email: ch@datawright.co.uk F1946 Members 150
Programme of lectures and day trips. Involved in excavation, fieldwalking and local history recording. **

Newcastle University
Last known at Dept of Archaeology, The University, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU. Tel: 0191 222 7844. Fax: 0191 222 8561. Web: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/~narchae F1972.

North East Vernacular Architecture Group
Last known at Old Fleece House, Front Street, W Auckland, Co Durham DL14 9HW. Tel: 01388 833214. F1985

Northern Archaeology Group
185 Roche Court, Washington, Tyne and Wear NE38 7QS. F1965
Diving section is exploring the remains of Roman bridges. *

Northguard Roman Research & Living History Society
8 Leechmere Way, Ryhope, Sunderland SR2 ODH. Tel: 0191 523 6377. email: eddiebarras@compuserve.com F1989 Members 20
Members dress as Romans in the different uniforms and costumes of the period 100 BC to 5th century AD.
Northumberland County Council, Archaeology Section
Technical Services Directorate, Planning & Environment Division, County Hall, Morpeth NE61 2EF. Tel: 01670 534166. Fax: 01670 533086. email: planning@northumberland.gov.uk F1983 Staff=4
Curator for Northumberland. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides planning advice and advice to landowners on the management of archaeology, and to owners on their historic buildings. Manages conservation projects. Publishes annual newsletter.

Northumberland National Park Archaeologist
Eastburn, South Park, Hexham NE46 1BS. Tel: 01434 605555. Fax: 01434 600522. email: 100070.1363@compuserve.com
Curator for the Northumberland National Park. Provides advice on conservation, interpretation and planning.

SEARCH Archaeology Group
2 Howe Court, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 7RH. Tel: 01539 731941. F1981 Members 35
Organises both short and long field trips. A woodland survey for the National Trust and a Milestones for the Millennium Project are planned. *

Sedbergh & District History Society
3 Loftus Manor, Sedbergh, Cumbria LA10 5SQ. Tel: 015396 21106. F1980 Members 300
Work continues on post-excavation analysis leading to publication of a report.

Segedunum Roman Fort
2 Buddle Street, Wallsend, Tyne & Wear NE28 6EH. Tel: 0191 2007098. Fax: 0191 2007102
Major excavations in and around Wallsend Roman fort, as part of a £7.5m redevelopment (Lottery funding) of the site with a large new Museum, reconstructed bath house and an archaeological field study centre to open in 2000. Volunteers needed for all aspects of excavation work, although places are limited, especially in Summer. Write for application pack. ***

Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne
Last known at The Black Gate, Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ. Tel: 0191 2688625. F1813.

Tees Archaeology
Sir William Gray House, Clarence Road, Hartlepool TS24 8BT. Tel: 01429 523455. Fax: 01429 523477. F1974
Both contractor and curator. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides policy advice, development control and interpretation. Volunteers welcome. *

Teesside Archaeological Society
Last known at Margrove Heritage Centre, Margrove Park, Boosbeck, Saltburn TS12 3BZ. Tel: 01287 610368. F1961.

Tyne and Wear Museums Archaeology Dept
c/o East Lodge, Jesmond Old Cemetery, Jesmond Road, Newcastle NE2 1NJ. Tel: 0191 2816251. Fax: 0191 281 6545
Contractors covering northern England. Services include assessments, excavations, evaluations, watching briefs, surveying and remote sensing. Run training excavations. Potential volunteers should contact W Griffiths at Segedunum, Buddle Street, Wallsend, Newcastle upon Tyne. ***

% Vindolanda Trust
Chesterholm Museum, Bardon Mill, Hexham, Northumberland NE47 7JN. Tel: 01434 344277. Fax: 01434 344060.
email: vindolandatrust@BTinternet.com.
Web: http://www.yell.co.uk/sites/vindolanda Staff=9+15
Carries out research and museum conservation at Vindolanda and Carvoran on Hadrian's Wall. Major ongoing excavations. Volunteers accepted, but at present projects are heavily oversubscribed. ***

Young Archaeologists Club, Cleveland Branch
Margrove Heritage Centre, Margrove Park, Boosbeck, Saltburn, Cleveland TS12 3BZ. Tel: 01287 610368.

Young Archaeologists Club, Durham Branch
Dept of Archaeology, University of Durham, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE. Tel: 0191 3743642.

Young Archaeologists Club, Kendal Branch
Kendal Museum, Station Road, Kendal LA9 6BT. Tel: 01539 721374 .

Young Archaeologists Club, South Tyneside Branch
Bede's World, Church Bank, Jarrow, Tyne & Wear NE32 3DY. Tel: 0191 4892106.

Yorkshire

Archaeological Resource Centre
St Saviourgate, York YO1 2NN. Tel: 01904 654324. Fax: 01904 640029. F1990 Staff=6+
Hands-on archaeology centre with opportunities for volunteer demonstrators, work placements and students to work with the public and pre-booked school parties. Excavated finds and aspects of early technology are presented to show how archaeologists work. Open Mon-Fri 10am-3.30pm, Sat 1pm-3.30pm. Closed Sundays and last two weeks in December. **

Archaeological Services
14 St Johns North, Wakefield, W Yorks WF1 3QA. Tel: 01924 306791. Fax: 01924 306814. email: wyarch@compuserve.com F1986 Staff=25+
Consultant and contractor covering northern England. Services include assessments, geophysical surveys, evaluations, building recording, excavations, post-excavation work and publication. See advert under 'National'.

%ARCUS
Research School of Archaeology, West Court, 2 Mappin Street, Sheffield S1 4DT. Tel: 0114 282 5106. Fax: 0114 279 7158. email: j.symonds@sheffield.uk.ac F1992 http://www.shef.sc.uk/uni/academic/A-C/ap/ arcus.htm Staff=9+
Archaeological Research & Consultancy - the consultancy arm of Sheffield University, carrying out evaluations in central and northern England, and key research projects further afield, eg the Flora MacDonald project and the Nova Scotia project. One volunteer accepted per field project. Schools work experience students accepted from local area. ***

Bradford Dept of Archaeological Sciences
University of Bradford, Richmond Road, Bradford, W Yorks BD7 1DP. Tel: 01274 383531. Fax: 01274 235190. email: archsci@bradford.ac.uk. Web: http://www.brad.ac.uk/acad/archsci/homepage.html
Courses include palaeopathology/biological anthropology, archaeological chemistry/biochemistry, archaeometallurgy, landscape archaeology, environmental archaeology, archaeological prospecting and geophysics, conservation, Roman and post-Roman archaeology, European Later Iron Age and South Asian/South-East Asia archaeology. Runs training excavations and fieldwork courses for students.

CBA Yorkshire
Manor House Museum, Castle Yard, Ilkley, W Yorks LS29 9DT. Tel: 01943 600066. Fax: 01943 817079. F1944 Members 435
Programme of events and day schools and an annual symposium.

Centre for Wetland Archaeology
University of Hull, Hull HU6 7RX. Tel: 01482 465543. Fax: 01482 466340. email: R.van-de-noort@geo.hull.ac.uk. Web: www.hull.ac.uk/wetlands
Teaches Msc in wetland archaeology. Conducts research into wetlands and offers consultant and contractor services covering the UK. Runs training excavation. **

Doncaster Group of the Yorkshire Archaeological Society
Merrylees, 1B Ellers Road, Doncaster DN4 7BE. Tel: 01302 531581. email: acruse@globalnet.co.uk F1948 Members 118
Programme of winter meetings and talks and summer excursions. Publishes a newsletter three times a year. Local excavation for members. **

% East Riding Archaeological Society
455 Chanterlands Ave, Hull HU5 4AY. Tel: 01482 445232. F1960 Members 210
Programme of monthly lectures during autumn and winter. Produces newsletters and other publications. The field study group has monthly meetings throughout the year. Organises walks, visits and excursions. Carries out fieldwalking, finds processing and excavation. ***

Environmental Archaeology Unit
University of York, Heslington, York YO1 5DD. Tel: 01904 433848. Fax: 01904 433850. email: biol38@york.ac.uk. Web: http://www.york.ac.uk/inst/eau
The Unit, together with a similar unit at Durham, constitutes the Northern Regional Team of contractors for the Ancient Monuments Laboratory.
Forest of Galtres Society
Crawford House, Long Street, Easingwold, York YO6 3HY. Tel: 01347 821685. F1953 Members 100
Programme of lectures and visits.

Friends of York Archaeological Trust for Excavation and Research
13 Ogleforth, York YO1 2JG. Tel: 01904 421828. F1975 Members 700
Series of monthly lunchtime lectures. Visits to excavations and sites. Members get free admission to Jorvik Viking Centre and the Archaeological Resource Centre. Volunteers should apply to the York Archaeological Trust at the above address. *

Gifford and Partners, York Office
2a St Martin's Lane, Micklegate, York YO1 1LN. Tel: 01904 610508. Fax: 01904 628132. F1987
A firm of Consulting Engineers with various offices giving advice on all aspects of the heritage throughout the UK and internationally. Work experience schemes and volunteers involved on excavation, post-excavation and finds processing. *

G S B Prospection
The Old Sunday School, Kipping Lane, Thornton, Bradford BD13 3EL. Tel: 01274 835016. Fax: 01274 830212. email: gsb_prospection @compuserve F1986 Staff=10
Geophysical consultants specialising in archaeological geophysics and soil science. Consultants to Channel 4's Time Team, and the Wroxeter Hinterland Project.

Halifax Antiquarian Society
7 Hyde Park Gardens, Haugh Shaw Road, Halifax HX1 3AH. Tel: 01422 250780. F1900
Publishes Transactions. Individual members have taken part in excavations and in recording for Sites and Monuments Record.

Helmsley Archaeological Society
44 Bondgate, Helmsley, N Yorks YO6 5EZ. Tel: 01439 771000. F1950 Members 57
Programme of monthly lectures from September to April and outings in summer. Excavations continue at St Gregory's Minster at Kirkdale - see CA 155. Volunteers always needed, but excavations only take place at weekends or when weather is fine. **

Huddersfield & District Archaeological Society
11 Kensington Close, Savile Park, Halifax, W Yorks HX3 0HX. Tel: 01422 355444. F1947 Members 120
Programme of lectures throughout year. Intermittent excavation during summer months. **

Humber Archaeology Partnership
The Old School, Northumberland Avenue, Hull HU2 0LN. Tel: 01482 217466. Fax: 01482 581897. email: georgina.richardson@csferens.hullcc.gov.uk F1996 Staff=11
Curator and contractor; holds the Sites and Monuments Record for the region and offers a full range of fieldwork services, mostly in E Yorks, Hull and N Lincs. Volunteers accepted for suitable projects. ***

Hunter Archaeological Society
34 Elwood Rd, Bradway, Sheffield S17 4RH. Tel: 01142 236 1850. F1912 Members 260
The County Society of N Yorkshire and N Derbyshire. Publishes Transactions biennially. The majority of Society's activities are in conjunction with professional organisations.

Leeds University, School of Continuing Education
Last known at Centre for Archaeological Studies, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT. Tel: 0113 233 3222. Fax: 0113 233 3246. email: R.D.Martlew@leeds.ac.uk. Web: http://www.leeds.ac.uk.

MAP Archaeological Consultancy Ltd
39 Greengate, Malton, N Yorks YO17 0EL. Tel: 01653 697752. Fax: 01653 694747. email: enquiries@map-arch-ltd.demon.co.uk
Consultant and contractor covering the North of England. Services include desk-top studies, watching briefs, evaluations, excavations, publication and survey work.

North York Moors National Park Archaeologist
The Old Vicarage, Bondgate, Helmsley, York YO6 5BP. Tel: 01439 770657. Fax: 01439 770691. email: northyorkmoors@compuserve.com
The archaeological conservation officer is the curator for the National Park Authority. Maintains a Sites and Monuments Record. Provides advice on site management and conservation, and development control.

North Yorkshire County Council, Heritage Unit
Environmental Services, County Hall, Northallerton, N Yorks DL7 8AH. Tel: 01609 780780. Staff=3
Curator for all of N Yorkshire except the York district, the Dales and the NY Moors National Park. Maintains Sites and Monuments Record. Provides advice on planning and conservation. Publishes a newsletter. Runs training excavation at Wood Hall moated manor site (see separate entry).

Scarborough Archaeological & Historical Society
c/o 10 Westbourne Park, Scarborough, N Yorks YO12 4AT. Tel: 01723 354237 . F1947 Members 100
Continued campaign of urban excavations including further work at site of former St Sepulchre church. Publishes annual Transactions. **

Sheffield University
Dept of Archaeology & Prehistory, University of Sheffield, Sheffield S10 2TN. Tel: 01142 222900. email: archaeology@sheffield.ac.uk. Web: http://www.shef.ac.uk/umi/academic/A-C/ap/ F 1976 Staff=27
The only Archaeology department outside Oxf