Category: Fieldwalking

Guide – Landscape Features: Drainage Gullies

A typical modern looking field drain

Identifying and Interpreting Field Drainage Gullies When conducting a field walk, it’s essential to be able to identify and interpret the various types of features that appear on the landscape. One common feature you might encounter is a drainage gully—a shallow ditch or channel, often running across fields, which is used to direct water away …

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Guide – Introduction to Fieldwalking

Fieldwalking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of archaeological survey. It involves systematically walking over a landscape, searching for surface artifacts—such as pottery, stone tools, and animal bones—that may have been left behind by past human activity. This activity can offer valuable insights into ancient settlements, trade routes, and other key elements of the past.

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