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        • Dig FBH82.3 7 July 1996
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      • Fittleworth February 2018
      • Keepers Cottage Wood November 2001
      • Northbrook
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        • Field Walk 1995
        • Salvington Mill open Day 1985
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      • Shoreham Marlepins Excavation February 2002
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      • Stain Street & Lambs Hangar January 2002
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Local societies & Locations

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​BEEDING AND BRAMBER LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
A small society interested in the family and site history of Beeding and Bramber villages.

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BRIGHTON AND HOVE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
An amateur archaeological society based in the Brighton and Hove area, in the county of Sussex in England (inaugurated in 1906).

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BRIGHTON MUSEUM
Has an excellent archaeology gallery - well worth a visit.

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Brighton Young Archaeologists' Club (YAC)
is open to everyone aged 8-16 years. We get involved in all sorts of activities, including visiting and investigating archaeological sites and historic places, trying out traditional crafts, taking part in excavations, experimental archaeology and lots more. Brighton YAC is based at Brighton Museum , where we have access to the wonderful Elaine Evans Archaeology Gallery. Occasionally our sessions may be held at other venues depending on planned activities. The club usually meets once, a month on the last Saturday, from 10.30 am-12.30 pm.

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CHICHESTER AND DISTRICT ARCHAEOLOGY SOCIETY
To increase public awareness of and support for archaeology and to encourage volunteers’ assistance with activities in Chichester and district.

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Chichester Young Archaeologists Club (YAC)
Open to everyone aged 8–16 years. YAC clubs get involved in all sorts of activities, including visiting and investigating archaeological sites and historic places, trying out traditional crafts, taking part in excavations, and lots more.

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EPIC Project
Enhancing Places, Inspiring Communities.
Bringing a new watercourse, walks and wildlife into Sompting Estate’s Church Farm.
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FISHBOURNE ROMAN PALACE AND GARDENS
A property managed by The Sussex Archaeological Society. Stroll around the recreated Roman gardens – the earliest gardens found anywhere in the country – and enjoy the largest collection of mosaics in situ in the UK.

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​  HAMPSHIRE FIELD CLUB AND ARCHAEOLOGY SOCIETY
  The county-wide organisation which has led the study of Hampshire, its environment and heritage.

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​HORSHAM DISTRICT ARCHAEOLOGY GROUP
The Horsham group also provide a lecture and dig programme in the local area.

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​KENT ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD SCHOOL
The Kent Archaeological Field School is based at Faversham in Kent.  It runs a teaching programme on archaeological subjects.

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LEWES ARCHAEOLOGICAL GROUP
Founded in 1968 to investigate prehistoric and historic remains in the town of Lewes and the surrounding district.

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LISS ARCHAEOLOGY GROUP
Formed in 2004 to investigate a Romano-British site in West Liss.

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NATIONAL TRUST SLINDON ESTATE
A large estate run by the National Trust. It includes 1400 hectares of woodland, downland, farmland, and parkland, and over 25 miles of public rights of way.

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SECRETS OF THE HIGH WOODS
Landscape and Lasers – how the Secrets of the South Downs’ hidden landscape have been revealed

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SOMPTING ESTATE
Sompting Estate is in the heart of the Sussex Downs, between Worthing and Steyning, at the narrowest point of the South Downs National Park.  The Estate has been owned by the Crofts/Tristram family for over 250 years.

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  SOUTH DOWNS SOCIETY
  Guided walks and activities, conservation and campaigning.

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SUSSEX ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Worthing Archaeological Society is affiliated to the Sussex Archaeological Society. This organisation covers the whole county, aiming to enable people to enjoy, learn about and have access to the heritage of Sussex. It has connections with 6 significant historic sites across Sussex.

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SUSSEX HERITAGE COMMUNITY - Facebook Group
Focussing on heritage, education, engagement & raising awareness.
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SUSSEX SCHOOL OF ARCHAEOLOGY
The Sussex School of Archaeology Limited (SSA) is an established centre providing archaeology courses to the general public and more specialised training courses for amateur and professional archaeologists.

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UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX ARCHAEOLOGY SOCIETY
A not-for-profit organisation who care about our heritage. During the lecture season we organise one lecture a month on the topic of local archaeology as well as archaeological/History projects further afield.

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​WEALDEN BUILDINGS STUDY GROUP
Researching traditional historic buildings in the Weald.

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​THE WORTHING HERITAGE ALLIANCE
Represents, develops and promotes the heritage of Worthing and its surrounding area in partnership with local regional and national bodies.

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​WORTHING MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY
The location for many of our lectures. Some of our finds are even on display here.

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​YAPTON AND FORD LOCAL HISTORY GROUP
The Yapton & Ford Local History Group was formed in 1992 for people interested in the history of the two parishes.

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National organisations

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THE BATTLEFIELDS TRUST
We campaign both locally and nationally to defend battlefields from inappropriate development or even destruction. We work hard to make the most of their educational and recreational potential.  WAS is a Partner Member.

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​​COUNCIL FOR BRITISH ARCHAEOLOGY
Archaeology for All is an educational charity focused on promoting the appreciation and care of the historic environment in Britain. It is a central voice for archaeology.

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MEDIEVAL SETTLEMENT RESEARCH GROUP
MSRG is a multi-disciplinary group that facilitates collaboration between archaeologists, historians, geographers and other interested parties dedicated to developing understanding of settlement between the fifth and sixteenth centuries AD.

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THE PREHISTORIC SOCIETY
​This society promotes the study of our worldwide prehistoric past. They organise lectures, visits, and conferences. Previous issues of their newsletter Past can be found here.
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Press links

ALL ABOUT ANGMERING, APRIL 2017
 Ancient Sussex Sites Uncovered by Gordon Hayden
ALL ABOUT ANGMERING, MARCH 2017
Worthing Archaeological Society: Excavate the Eras by Theresa Griffiths
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WORTHING HERALD, JUNE 2011
Parham house. Amateur archaeologists dig into history. Enthusiasts uncover monastic wall that could date as far back as 13th century.

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WEST SUSSEX COUNTY TIMES, MAY 2011
Brinsbury. College dig unearths exciting new evidence of Sussex life in 2000BC.

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WORTHING ADVERTISER, MAY 2011
Parham house and park. Bank holiday trip back in time.

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WEST SUSSEX COUNTY TIMES, JUNE 2010
Parham house. Visitors dig medieval re-enactment.

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Member websites

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THE MILITARY HISTORY OF SLINDON
Rodney Gunner's website on the military history of Slindon.

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TimeSeekers
Time Seekers was founded by Amie Friend MA, BA Hons, QTS, to provide history and archaeological education services to schools and museums. A fully qualified and active archaeologist, Amie is also a teacher with experience working in both education and heritage sectors so is perfectly placed to bridge the gap between attractions and educational establishments, and provide the education services schools – and adults – are really looking for.

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  • Home
    • Website Updates
  • News
  • Join Us
    • Membership
    • Get started in archaeology
  • Events
  • Discoveries
    • Digs history >
      • Angmering
      • Bignor Roman Villa
      • Brinsbury
      • Climping
      • Goblestubbs >
        • Rough Copse
      • Limekiln
      • Lower Farm
      • Parham
      • Slindon >
        • Field 20
      • Sompting >
        • EPIC Project Area
        • Malthouse Field
      • Blacksmith's Corner
      • Walburton Nurseries
  • Documents
    • Annual Journals
    • Meeting Minutes
    • Newsletters
    • Policy
    • Publications
    • Equipment Instructions
  • Contact
  • Archive
    • Journals
    • Photographs >
      • Beach Well
      • Bignor >
        • Bignor Hill April 2002
      • Binstead
      • Dig Location Unknown
      • Findon Place May 1996
      • Fishbourne >
        • Fishbourne August 1995
        • Dig FBH82.3 7 July 1996
        • Fishbourne Dig F
      • Fittleworth February 2018
      • Keepers Cottage Wood November 2001
      • Northbrook
      • People & Events >
        • Field Walk 1995
        • Salvington Mill open Day 1985
      • Rough Copse
      • Shoreham Marlepins Excavation February 2002
      • Slindon >
        • Slindon April 2002
        • Slindon 2018
      • Stain Street & Lambs Hangar January 2002
    • Videos
  • Links