How do we define archaeology? In some countries, there are clear parameters in terms of date – the USA’s Archaeological Resources Protection…
With enormous capstones perched precariously on stone supports, Neolithic dolmens appear to defy gravity – and, in some cases, interpretation. Why were…
The word ‘dolmen’ – derived from the Breton taol maen (‘stone table’) – is regarded as a folk term for Neolithic monuments…
In its heyday, HMS Invincible was considered one of the finest ships in the Royal Navy – and although it sank off…
Built in 1744 and captured from the French three years later, HMS Invincible was considered one of the finest ships in the…
This year, events are taking place across the country to celebrate the 1,900th anniversary of the construction of Hadrian’s Wall (the eagle-eyed…
We know that Britain experienced tumultuous events during Hadrian’s reign. What we do not know is the order in which they played…
This year marks the 1,900th anniversary of the visit of the emperor Hadrian to Britain where, according to his biographer writing more…
Neolithic Orkney was a prehistoric powerhouse whose cultural influence spread across Britain and Ireland. What happened after these glory days, though? The…
It’s amazing to think that it was almost ten years ago that we reported (in CA 274) that Time Team was drawing…