Association for the History of Glass Ltd

British branch of l’Association Internationale pour l’Histoire du Verre. One-day and weekend meetings. Publishes newsletter ‘Glass News’ twice a year.

Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings

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UK Forts Club

Research into military sites. Has its own library and extensive archive on fortifications. Publishes the journal ‘Aldis’. Undertakes excavations when necessary. (WRONG TEL. NO, NO RECORD OF EXISTENCE)

Institute of Field Archaeologists

The Institute gives 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.

Archaeological Leather Group

Aims to explore all aspects of archaeological (and other) leather including artefacts, production methods and conservation. Usually two events each year; one scholarly meeting, and a visit to a place of leather-related interest. Publishes newsletter twice a year, and regularly publishes conference proceedings.

Medieval Archaeology, The Society for

The society for the study of British history and archaeology since the Roman period. Publishes annual journal Medieval Archaeology, a monograph series, holds conferences and offers small grants for research in the field.

Society of Antiquaries of Scotland

The national archaeology society of Scotland. Full programme of lectures and conferences. Publishes a newsletter twice a year, an annual volume of Proceedings, a series of monographs and Scottish Archaeological Internet Reports (SAIR). It administers various research funds and grants. Fellows have privileged use of the NMS Library.

Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland

Bi-annual conferences. Members newsletter. Journal of Irish Archaeology

British Association of Numismatic Societies

Holds two conferences a year and produces occasional publications.

Portable Antiquities Scheme (Warwickshire & Worcestershire)

The Portable Antiquities database is now a living resource, constantly updated by Finds Liaison Officers and Advisors, with several hundred new objects each day. The objects recorded by the Portable Antiquities Scheme, are known as portable antiquities and are found by members of the public. These objects range from the Palaeolithic to around the 18th [...]

Airfield Research Group

Society for research into military and civil airfields, aircraft factories and RAF installations (but not crashed aircraft). Publishes ‘Airfield Review’ quarterly. No excavation, but actively involved in fieldwork, research, recording and the dissemination of information.

British Archaeological Association

Society to promote the study of archaeology, art and architecture and the preservation of national antiquities. The Association holds an annual conference at a centre of established importance in the medieval period, usually in the British Isles and occasionally in mainland Europe, collating the results of recent research on major cathedrals, minsters and abbeys and [...]

Touching History

ASPROM – Association for the Study & Preservation of Roman Mosaic

Open to all who are interested in Roman mosaics. Organises meetings and visits. Publishes newsletters and the journal ‘Mosaic’. Engaged in production of a corpus of Roman mosaics.

Lithic Studies Society

The Society is open to all who have or who would like to develop an interest in lithic artefacts of any period and related matters. Members receive an annual journal, Lithics; participation in day-meetings, talks and field excursions and society publications at reduced prices.

Association for Studies in the Conservation of Historic Buildings

An association of invited members sharing information on the conservation of historic buildings. Lecture series, meetings and visits. AGM and conference.

Neolithic Studies Group

Study group for those actively researching the Neolithic period of the British Isles and adjacent continent. Meets once a year in London. Members are deleted from the mailing list if they miss four meetings in a row. Annual field trip in the spring.

Roman Finds Group

A special interest group for all people interested in artefacts of Roman date other than pottery. Meetings are held twice a year, generally in spring and autumn, usually on a Monday. Occasional weekend meetings. Publishes newsletter, ‘Lucerna’, twice a year.

Georgian Group

The Georgian Group campaigns against the neglect, maltreatment and destruction of Georgian buildings, parks and gardens in England and Wales. The Group also seeks to promote the enjoyment and understanding of the Georgian heritage by an active programme of education and publications. Membership is open to all and subscriptions enable us to continue our efforts [...]

British Association for the Advancement of Science

The BA is the UK’s nationwide open membership organisation dedicated to connecting science with people. The Archaeology and Anthropology section is particularly active, and welcomes people to attend their sessions at the BA’s annual Festival of Science. The festival takes place at a different location each year. Trinity College Dublin will be the hosts for [...]

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