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Field Archaeology Section

The Field Archaeology Section undertakes a wide range of projects within Worcestershire and neighbouring areas.

It delivers a professional service in all aspects of fieldwork whether environmental assessment, watching briefs, salvage recording, evaluation, excavation or building recording. It has its own specialists in finds and environmental archaeology and is able to supply qualified geophysical survey teams on a sub-contract basis. The illustration team is also able to deliver a full illustration and design service.

The Field Section  is a Registered Archaeological Organisation, validated by the Institute of Field Archaeologists. Contact Simon Woodiwiss for further information.

Annual Summaries and other Case Studies of work undertaken.

Range of Services provided by the Field Section
  • excavation
  • survey
  • historic building recording
  • ceramic and finds analysis and reports
  • environmental archaeology
  • desk-based assessments
  • illustration
  • display and interpretation
  • strategic management projects.

Field Section Service details

excavation at Throckmorton Airfield
Specialist Services

The Field Section contains a number of specialists in different archaeologicaL techniques and periods. It also has specialist sections dealing with

Analysing medieval seed remains
Examples of Projects

Example projects undertaken by the Field Section

Archaeology dig
Education

The Field Section is committed to the maintenance and development of a range of information and educational activities that derive from our role as part of a public service.

Archaeology find
Area covered

The Field Section is the leading supplier of contract archaeological services within Worcesterhsire. It also undertakes work in other counties to develop common research themes. This in turn supports work in the county - enabling specialists to be maintained and ensuring a proper regional perspective.

sample  being sieved using a special tank
Clients

The  Field Section seeks to deliver a competitive service for a wide range of clients.Previous clients include:

  • English Heritage
  • County and District Councils
  • Halcrow PLC
  • Tarmac PLC
  • Severn-Trent Water
  • Evesham and Pershore Housing Association
Robin Jackson, project manager
Contact the Field Section

For an initial discussion regarding the commissioning of any work contact Simon Woodiwiss, Principal Field Archaeologist at swoodiwiss@worcestershire.gov.uk or on 01905 855499

Simon Woodiwiss

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Review date: 21st February, 2009
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