Bradgate Park Archaeology Fieldschool, Part Two

Last week I blogged about my visit to the Archaeology Fieldschool, where I met Richard Thomas, the lead archaeologist.  There was a lot to take in, both information and atmosphere.  Richard is clearly a great communicator, explaining the site to me as well as leading the work of the students.  The job requires incredible attentionRead more

Bradgate Park, Archaeology Field School: Part One

At the end of July, I was delighted to be able to visit the Archaeological Fieldschool at Bradgate Park.  Run by Leicester University, it offers students experience of a real piece of research: digging, recording and interpreting.  It’s an intensive few weeks, with seven hours digging all day – I was lucky to be ableRead more