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AMTeC Co-op Ltd
The Foundry, Tinker's Alley, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TE. Tel: 01634 832 627
Ancient materials, technology and conservation co-operative. Runs workshops in experimental archaeology, makes replicas, and carries out technological and conservation research. Displays and public viewing gallery attached to foundry in Chatham's Historic Dockyard.

The Archaeology Centre, Bagshot
See under Surrey Heath.

% Archaeology South-East
1 West Street, Ditchling, Hassocks, W Sussex BN6 8TS. Tel: 01273 845 497. Fax: 01273 844187. email: D.rudling@ucl.ac.uk F1991 Staff=15+
Commercial arm of the Field Archaeology Unit operating in the South East especially Kent and Sussex. Recent projects include an Anglo-Saxon cemetery at Eastbourne (Sussex); medieval occupation sites at Lyd (Kent); and waterlogged Bronze Age trackways and settlements at Willingdon (Sussex). Training courses at Bignor Roman Villa, W Sussex (see advert). ***

Beauport Park Archaeological Trust
Well House, Ewhurst Green, E Sussex TN32 5TD. Tel: 01580 830419. email: johns@kentnet.co.uk F1986
Aims to conserve and if possible put on public display the Roman ironworks site in Beauport Park, and to develop it as an educational resource. Excavation and research are conducted with this aim. **

Bexley Archaeological Group
40 Woodlands Ave, Sidcup, Kent DA15 8HA. Tel: 0181 302 5484. F1984 Members 25
Operates from a stable block in Footscray Meadows, Sidcup. Publishes regular newsletter. Present projects include investigation of possible Roman remains at Crayford and documentary research on All Saints Church, Footscray.

% Bignor Roman Villa
Field Archaeology Unit, 1 West Street, Ditchling, W Sussex BN6 8TS. Tel: 01273 845497. Fax: 01273 844187. email: d.rudling@ucl.ac.uk
Various types of training courses (excavation, surveying, historic buildings) will be run by the Field Archaeology Unit during July and August 1998. ***

Brighton & Hove Archaeological Society
Sycamore Lodge, Paddock Lane, Lewes, E Sussex BN7 1TW. Tel: 01273 476577. email: drichar1@netcomuk.co.uk F1906 Members 180
Programme of lectures and also finds processing and report writing during the winter. Occasional walks and coach tours to archaeological sites. Weekend excavations March to November, fieldwalking and resistivity surveying. **

% British Archaeology Students
4-10 London Road, Bagshot, Surrey GU19 5HN. Tel: 01276 451181. F1994 Members 125
Programme of monthly meetings on various practical subjects. Training excavations in July and August. ***

Bromley & West Kent Archaeological Group
5 Harvest Bank Road, West Wickham, Kent BR4 9DL. Tel/Fax: 0181 462 4737. F1960 Members 30
Six illustrated lectures between October and March. The society assists staff at Crofton Roman Villa, Orpington, which is open to the public April to October. Weekend excavations. *

Canterbury Archaeological Trust Limited
92a Broad Street, , Canterbury CT1 2LU. Tel: 01227 462062. F1975
Consultancy covering Kent and south-east England. Training excavations in liaison with Kent Archaeological Society. Volunteers accepted for finds processing. *

Canterbury Archaeology Trust, The Friends of
92a Broad St, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2LU. Tel: 01227 765745. Fax: 01227 784724. email: 100127.1054@compuserve.com F1984 Members 360
Aims to support the Trust financially and practically. Programme of lectures, visits and annual tour. Library for use of members Publishes three newsletters a year. A few volunteers are welcome at Trust excavations.

CBA South East Region
47 Durrington Gardens, The Causeway, Goring, Worthing, W Sussex BN12 6BX. Tel: 01903 504510. F1991 Members 496
Publishes two newsletters in spring and autumn. Conference in October.

Chichester & District Archaeology Society
78 New Brighton road, Emsworth, Hants PO10 7QS. Tel: 01243 371481. F1991 Members 100
Lectures, visits and intermittent excavations.

Dover Archaeological Group
Driftwood, 2 Jarvist Place, Kingsdown, nr Deal, Kent CT14 8AL. Tel: 01304 373449. F1972 Members 20
Active group undertaking small excavations and assisting local professional unit when required. **

English Heritage Education Service Regional Office
1 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1SG. Tel: 01732 778033.

Eastbourne Natural History andArchaeological Society
c/o 11 Brown Jack Avenue, Polegate, East Sussex BN26 5HN. Tel: 01323 486014. email: Jennycom@msn.com F1867 Members 100
Programme of lectures. Ongoing recording of buildings and archaeological features in the borough of Eastbourne. **

East Sussex Archaeology and Museums Project
Anne of Cleves House, 52 Southover, High Street, Lewes, E Sussex BN7 1JA. Tel: 01273 486959. F1984 Staff=3
Provides training in archaeological and museum based skills. Carries out research into local archaeological and historical environment. Training courses include ancient technology and experimental archaeology. Accepts volunteers through structured training places only. **

East Sussex County Council
Transport & Environment Dept, Sackville House, Brooks Close, Lewes BN7 1VE. Tel: 01273 481608. Fax: 01273 479536. F1977
Curator for E Sussex. Maintains a computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides advice on planning issues. Also involved in guided walks, talks and workshops for young people.

% Faversham Archaeological Society
School Farm Oast, Graveney Road, Faversham, Kent. Tel: 0181 747 3683. Members 60
A newly formed society. Weekly lectures in association with University of Kent. An annual conference and quarterly magazine are planned. Members actively help in excavations by the Swale & Thames Archaeological Survey Company. Recent work includes evaluation of five newly discovered Roman villas, Iron Age sites at Keycol Hill and medieval sites at Teynham. Two training excavations are planned. New members welcome. ***

% Field Archaeology Unit, Institute of Archaeology, UCL
1 West Street, Ditchling, Hassocks, W Sussex BN6 8TS. Tel: 01273 845497. Fax: 01273 844187. email: d.rudling@ucl.ac.uk F1974 Staff=15+
The contract, field research and training section of the Institute of Archaeology, London, operating in south-east England. The main training programme is at Bignor Roman villa where excavations in 1998 will run 24 June to 14 August. Training courses include excavation techniques; surveying for archaeologists; timber-framed buildings; and planning and section drawing. See advert for Bignor. Limited opportunities are available for volunteers. ***

Friends of Roman East Sussex
2 Hoath Hill, Mountfield, nr Robertsbridge, E Sussex TN32 5LN. Tel/Fax: 01580 880133. F1995
Programme of lectures, visits and fieldwalking. Some survey work and excavation in association with Beauport Park Archaeological Trust. *

Dana Goodburn-Brown
The Foundry, Tinker's Alley, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TE. Tel: 01634 832627. email: danagb@msn.com
Archaeological conservation and materials analysis service. Cover SE region.

Guildford Archaeology Group
6 St Omer Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 2DB. Tel: 01483 532201. Fax: 01483 450984. email: h.davies@surrey.ac.uk F1973 Members 83
Programme of monthly meetings February to December. Publishes monthly newsletter and an annual review. Various fieldwork projects and recording of town centre. **

Guildford Museum Excavation Unit
Guildford Museum, Castle Arch, Guildford, Surrey GU1 3SX. Tel/Fax: 01483 444750.
Established to salvage information from sites not protected by PPG16 in Guildford town centre. Volunteers accepted when possible, but the need for rapid reaction to events and safety regulations often make this difficult. *

Hampshire and Sussex Border Archaeological Research Group
1 Sawmills Cottages, Monks Hill, Westbourne, nr Emsworth, W Sussex PO10 8QP. Tel: 01243 377180. F1996 Members 14
Group seeking to discover more of the history of the region in which they live. Investigates selected archaeological sites and themes in an area contiguous with the E Hampshire and W Sussex border. Concentrates on field reconnaissance, archive analysis and survey work. **

Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group
Flat 4, 33 High Street, Hastings, E Sussex TN34 3ER. Tel: 01424 430245 F1972 Members 90+
Programme of lectures and meetings. Publishes bimonthly newsletter, and a journal twice a year. Carries out excavations, fieldwalking and research. HQ at Hastings Teachers' Centre, Priory Road, is open Wed am. **

Holmesdale Natural History Club and Archaeological Group
The Museum, 14 Croydon Road, Reigate, Surrey RH2 0PG. F1857 Members 200
Archaeological and local history talks only.

Kent Archaeological Rescue Unit
Roman Painted House, New Street, Dover, Kent CT17 9AJ. Tel: 01304 203279. Fax: 0181 462 4737. F1971
Contractor in Kent and SE London. Services include excavations, surveys, watching briefs and publication. Manages the Roman House, Dover and Crofton Roman Villa, Orpington, with volunteer help. Runs training excavation. Volunteers accepted where possible. **

Kent Archaeological Society
Three Elms, Woodlands Lane, Shorne, Gravesend, Kent DA12 3HH. Tel: 01474 822280. email: 70374.1002@compuserve.com F1857 Members 1687
Programme of lectures. Publishes 'Archaeologia Cantiana'. Runs a training excavation. ***?

Kent County Council, Heritage Conservation Group
Directorate of Strategic Planning, Springfield, Maidstone ME14 2LX. Tel: 01622 696096. Fax: 01622 687620 Staff=8
Curator for Kent. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record.

Kentish Archaeology, Council for
3 Westolme, Orpington, Kent BR6 0AN. F1977 Members 600
Two annual conferences, two open days and 'The Review' published quarterly. Some affiliated groups welcome volunteers in local excavations.

Kent Underground Research Group
2 Parkhurst Road, Bexley, Kent DA5 1AR. Tel: 01322 826425. email: mikeclinch@compuserve.com F1981 Members 85
Publishes a quarterly newsletter and annual report. Undertakes excavations, investigations and field trips. Affiliated to Kent Archaeological Society. *

Kent, University of
Classical & Archaeological Studies, Darwin College, Canterbury CT2 7NY. Tel: 01227 823879. Fax: 01227 827848. email: A.H.Ward@ukc.ac.uk Staff=7
Offers part-time Certificate and Diploma courses covering prehistoric, Roman and medieval archaeology with reference to Britain and Europe, and archaeology of the Classical World.

Lewes Archaeological Group
Rosemary Cottage, High Street, Barcombe, nr Lewes, E Sussex BN8 5DH. Tel: 01273 400878. F1968
Post-excavation work continues on the excavation of the medieval pottery kiln at Norlington Lane, Ringmer. Survey and geophysical study at Old Malling near Lewes. Opportunities for pottery research. **

Lower Medway Archaeological Research Group
Last known at 46 Trevale Road, Rochester, Kent ME1 3PA. Tel: 01634-811172. F1962.

Maidstone Area Archaeological Group
14 The Quarter, Cranbrook Road, Staplehurst, Kent TN12 0EP. Tel: 01580 890042. F1969 Members 90
Undertakes excavations on an intermittent basis as opportunities arise. **

Mary Rose Trust
Last known at College Road, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3LX. Tel: 01705 750521. Fax: 01705 870588. email: maryrose@cix.compulink.co.uk F1979.

% Mid Sussex Field Archaeological Team
41 East View Fields, Plumpton Green, E Sussex BN7 3EF. Tel: 01273 890081. F1986 Members 50
Ongoing post-excavation work and publication of past excavations. Two small excavations planned for spring and summer 1998. Volunteers welcome, but places limited. ***

Nonsuch Antiquarian Society
17 Seymour Avenue, Ewell, Surrey KT17 2RP. Tel: 0181 393 0531. F1960 Members 150
Programme of lectures. Hoping to be involved in the study of Ewell by the Institute of Archaeology, London, which may begin in 1998. The society is also involved in local history and conservation. *

Old Rectory Adult Education Centre
Fittleworth, Pulborough, W Sussex RH20 1HU. Tel/Fax: 01798 865306. email: oldrectory @mistral.co.uk. Web: http://www3.mistral. co.uk/oldrectory/index.html Staff=4
Weekend and midweek courses on Saxon & Norman churches and wall paintings; Visiting the Sussex Past, Roman Settlements; Saxon fortresses and medieval castles on the River Arun; and In and around Roman Chichester.

Orpington & District Archaeological Society
36 Walden Road, Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5DL. Tel: 0181 467 4884. F1975 Members 160
Active group. Monthly lectures, socials, excavation, processing and publications. Annual open weekend at Scadbury Moated Manor Site 12 &13 Sept and at Proverest Bath House Site 6 & 7 June. Limited excavation for members and processing of finds. For further information send sae to Mr M Meekums, 27 Eynsford Close, Petts Wood, Kent, BR5 1DP. **

Otford & District Archaeological Group
Thyme Bank, Coombe Road, Otford, Sevenoaks, Kent TN14 5RJ. Tel: 01959 522384. F1965 Members 25
Preparing initial display material for the new Otford Heritage Centre in conjunction with the Otford & District Historical Society. Creation of the final phase of Otford Heritage Centre as an educational asset. Excavation of a moated site and other sites, watching briefs and post-excavation work in preparation for publication. **

Robertsbridge & District Archaeological Society
19 Langham Road, Robertsbridge, Sussex TN32 5DX. Tel: 01589 880578. F1962
Monthly meetings and summer outings.
Sheppey Archaeological Society
8 Queens Road, Minster-on-Sea, Isle of Sheppey, Kent ME12 2HD. Tel: 01795 875036. F1987 Members 28
Ongoing excavations at the Minster Abbey site, Isle of Sheppey. Also ongoing publication programme, research and watching briefs. **

Southern Archaeology (Chichester) Ltd
Chichester Contract Services, Westhampnett Road, Chichester PO18 0NS. Tel: 01243 784585. Fax: 01243 778651
Contractor operating in Sussex, Hampshire and Isle of Wight. Services include surveys, assessments, evaluations and excavation.

% Surrey Archaeological Society
Castle Arch, Guildford, Surrey GU1 3SX. Tel/Fax: 01483 532454. F1854 Members 900
Programme of lectures and visits. Publishes a bulletin and an annual Journal. Extensive library of works relating to Surrey. Carries out landscape surveys and documentary research. Training excavation planned for 25 July to 16 August 1998. Trainees and volunteers welcome. ***

Surrey County Archaeological Unit
The Old Library Headqtrs, 25 West Street, Dorking, Surrey RH4 1DE. Tel: 01306 886 466. Fax: 01306 740 478. email: Archaeology.scau@surreycc.gov.uk F1970 Staff=9+2
Cover all aspects of archaeological work in Surrey. Recent projects include excavations at multi-period site at Thorpe Lea Nurseries; a Roman temple at Farley Heath, a Palaeolithic site at Church Lammas and 12/13th-century Royal Palace at Guildford Castle. Volunteers and work experience students can join in by individual arrangement. *

Surrey County Council
Environment Dept, County Hall, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT1 2DT. Tel: 0181 541 9402. Fax: 0181 541 9447. email: david,bird@surreycc.gov.uk
Curator for Surrey. Maintains computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Monitors all archaeological work in the county. Provides advice on development proposals.

% Surrey Heath Archaeological and Heritage Trust
The Archaeology Centre, 4-10 London Road, Bagshot, Surrey GU19 5HN. Tel: 01276 451181. F1988
The Trust has its own premises and offers wide-ranging provision of youth and adult further education in archaeology, running courses at GCSE and A-level, as well as certificate, diploma and degree-related courses. Subjects include local, regional and national British archaeology, ancient civilisations and Egyptology. Runs training excavations. ***

% Sussex Archaeological Society
Bull House, 92 High Street, Lewes, Sussex BN7 1XH. Tel: 01273 486260. Fax: 01273 486990. email: sussexpast@pavilion.co.uk F1846 Members 2380
Probably Britain's largest archaeological society, it owns and operates 6 museums/historic properties. Publishes three newsletters and a journal each year. Has an excellent library. Three excavations and two programmes of fieldwork are planned for 1998. Volunteers welcome, but no places left on the Fishbourne excavation in summer 1998. ***

Sussex University Centre for Continuing Education
Education Development Bld, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton BN1 9RG. Tel: 01273 678040. Fax: 01273 678848. email: cce@sussex.ac.uk. Web: http://www.sussex.ac.uk
Two-year part-time certificate in practical archaeology. Part-time degree in Landscape Studies. Summer school at Michelham Priory on archaeology by experiment. Various day schools and courses. Study tours abroad.

Swale & Thames Archaeological Survey Company
School Farm Oast, Graveney Road, Faversham, Kent. Tel: 0181 747 3683
The centre, converted from a redundant oast adjacent to Blacklands Roman villa, is used as a base for the Swale Archaeological Survey funded by Swale Borough Council. The Field School attached to the oast offers weekend courses on survey and excavation techniques. See advert on previous page.**

Thanet Archaeological Society
Crampton Tower Yard, High Street, Kent CT10 2AB. Tel/Fax: 01843 860209. F1976 Members 80
Carries out excavations, fieldwalking and processing of finds. Close links with the Trust for Thanet Archaeology. **

Thanet Archaeology, Trust for
Crampton Tower Yard, High Street, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 2AB. Tel/Fax: 01843 860209.
Contractor covering the Isle of Thanet and North-East Kent east of a line from Whitstable to Folkestone. Runs the annual training excavation at Abbey Farm Villa for the Kent Archaeological Society. Volunteers accepted when circumstances permit. **

Tonbridge Historical Society
c/o 8 Woodview Crescent, Hildenborough, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 9HD. Tel: 01732 838698. Fax: 01732 838522. email: c.broomfield@dial.pipex.com F1965 Members 150
Programme of lectures and outings. Carries out watching briefs and intermittent excavations. *

Weald and Downland Open Air Museum
Singleton, Chichester, W Sussex PO18 0EU. Tel: 01243 811363. Fax: 01243 811475. email: wealddown@mistral.co.uk F1965 Staff=29
Museum of rescued historic buildings that are carefully rebuilt and restored. Provides educational services for schools and adult education courses. Runs training courses in building conservation, and rural trades and skills. Volunteers always needed. Open daily 1 March to 31 October and 26 December to 1 January,. and Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays for rest of year.

Wealden Iron Research Group
8 Woodview Crescent, Hildenborough, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 9HD. Tel: 01732 838698. Fax: 01732 838522. email: c.broomfield@dial.pipex.com F1968 Members 130
Meetings with short talks and lectures. Publishes newsletters and an annual bulletin. Fieldwork and limited excavation during winter. *

West Sussex County Council Planning Department
County Hall, Tower Street, Chichester, W Sussex PO19 1RL. Tel: 01243 756858. Fax: 01243 756862. email: planning.dept@westsussex.gov.uk F1974
Curator for the whole of Sussex. Maintains a computerised Sites and Monuments Record. Provides advice about planning and development control. Interpretation of sites, guided walks and leaflets as resources permit.
Worthing Archaeological Society
47 Durrington Gardens, The Causeway, Goring, Worthing, W Sussex BN12 6BX. Tel: 01903 504510 F1922 Members 250
Programme of lectures, October to April, and summer visits. Publishes a newsletter. Carries out fieldwalking, surveying and building recording at Slindon for the National Trust.

WS Atkins Heritage
Woodcote Grove, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey KT18 5BW. Tel: 01372 726140. Fax: 01372 740055. email: jjbwood@wsatkins.co.uk
Heritage consultants. Services include projects involving historic buildings, ancient monuments and historic landscapes, ranging from detailed technical advice to management of major interdisciplinary projects.

Young Archaeologists Club - Central Southern England Branch
4-10 London Road, Bagshot, Surrey GU19 5HN. Tel: 01276 451181. F1991 Members 150
Monthly Saturday meetings, in two groups, at the Archaeology Centre. Juniors 9-12 years and seniors 13-16. One week practical summer course 3-7 August, non-residential.

Young Archaeologists Club, Sussex Weald Branch
31 De Montfort Road, Lewes, E Sussex BN7 1SP. Tel: 01273 481608.

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