Summer Excavation -
Training Dig

Sudbrooke Archaeology Day

Saturday 19 July 11.00 - 4.00

A fun filled festival of archaeology. Come and discover all about archaeology and the Romans. Hands-on activities for all the family and guided tours of the Roman villa dig. The event will include re-enactors, mosaic making, finds identification (with the Portable Antiquities Scheme), flint knapping, responsible metal detecting, art activities, mock excavation and recording activities.

Organised jointly by Lindum Heritage and Bishop Grosseteste University College Lincoln.

Sudbrooke Village Football Field, Scothern Road, Sudbrooke Lincolnshire LN2 2QJ

A free event to celebrate National Archaeology Week.

Now catch up with the 2008 excavation by following our 'exploits' in the Dig Diary!

We have all watched 'Time Team' from the comfort of the sofa, now here's a chance to get off the sofa and find out how it's really done! For one thing we will take our time on this excavation, no dashing about, instead lots of real archaeology.

This summer Lindum Heritage is spending four weeks in Sudbrooke, Lincolnshire, investigating the remains of a Roman villa complex. The excavation is open to everyone. Don't worry if you have never held a trowel before, we will provide all you need to know to help you gain the basic skills of archaeological recording and excavation. All training will take place on-site in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Structured training sessions, led by professional archaeologists, will take place Monday to Wednesday of each week, Thursday and Friday will provide an opportunity to hone your skills and further your experience.

Monday - The basics of excavation: surveying, recording and digging
Tuesday - Drawing, planning and photography
Wednesday - How to deal with finds and environmental evidence
Thursday - Digging
Friday - More digging!

The dig will run for four weeks; the minimum booking is for one week. All places must be booked in advance and early booking is strongly advised. The excavation is now fully booked.

Week 1: 7-11 July 2007
Week 2: 14-18 July 2007
Week 3: 21-25 July 2007
Week 4: 28 July - 1 August 2007

Check out the Dig Diaries for the 2005 season, 2006 season and the 2007 season to find out what was involved , what we discovered and just how much fun it all was!