Jan 23
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 …
Sep 25
Introduction to Resistivity in Archaeology Resistivity is one of the primary geophysical methods used to explore archaeological sites. By measuring the electrical resistance of the soil, resistivity surveys can help identify buried features such as walls, ditches, and foundations, even if those features are not visible from the surface. This technique works on the principle …
Sep 25
Glossary of prehistoric features This section was compiled with the help of the English Heritage NMR record. It currently includes descriptions for those Military, Domestic and Agricultural features that would have been in existence up to the Roman Period in Britain. Primary Name Alternate Name(s) Description ALTAR An elevated table or podium on which to …
