The Nosterfield Quarry excavation sits at the heart of one of Britain’s most enigmatic prehistoric landscapes—the Thornborough Henges Complex.
Tag: Landscape
Jan 23
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.
Jan 23
Guide – Introduction to Glacial Archaeology
Glacial archaeology is a fascinating field that examines the impact of glaciation on the landscape, and how ancient human activity interacted with the forces of ice and meltwater. The processes of glacial erosion and deposition have left behind a variety of landforms, such as moraines and glacial terraces, which not only shape the topography of the region but may also provide clues to human occupation and activity in prehistoric times.
Jan 23
Guide: Landscape Archaeology: The Geology of Thornborough
The Thornborough Henges are located within a distinctive and complex landscape that has been shaped over millennia by a combination of glacial forces, river systems, and post-glacial climatic changes. The landscape of Thornborough is defined by its geological foundations and the dynamic processes that transformed the area long before human presence.
Jan 22
Guide – Landscape Archaeology: The Geological Environment of Britain
The Geological Environment of Britain: The Foundation of Our Landscape The landscape of Britain has been shaped by millions of years of geological processes. From the formation of ancient mountain ranges to the shaping of valleys and river systems, the land we see today is the product of a dynamic and ever-changing history. Understanding the …
Jan 22
Guide – What is Landscape Archaeology?
Landscape archaeology is the study of past human interaction with the natural environment. It focuses on understanding how ancient societies perceived, organized, and shaped the land they inhabited, revealing the relationships between people, their settlements, and the broader landscape in which they lived.
Jan 22
Guide – Landscape Archaeology Introduction
Landscape archaeology is a vital tool for understanding how ancient peoples interacted with their environment, shaping and being shaped by the land they lived on.
PAS North Yorkshire
- NCL-9A50FB WEIGHT UNKNOWN 7 March 2025Complete lead weight of unknown date (c. AD 43-1800).The object is broadly cuboidal with uneven, rounded faces. The apex face has a linear gouge across almost the entire surface. The base has a small sub-circular indentation, probably a casting flaw. The object has a consistent light buff patina across all surfaces.The object likely functioned as […]
- NCL-99FE10 BUTTON COVER POST MEDIEVAL 7 March 2025Incomplete copper alloy button cover, dating to the post medieval period (c. AD 1750-1850).The object is broadly sub-circular in shape and domed, with c. 30% of the object missing as the result of a sharp linear break. The obverse of the object is decorated with a pressed design comprising a central annulet surrounded by a […]
- NCL-9A9171 BUTTON POST MEDIEVAL 7 March 2025Incomplete copper alloy button, dating to the post medieval period (c. AD 1500-1700).The object is circular in plan, with a domed obverse and flattened reverse. From the centre of the reverse projects a broken integral suspension loop with a short stem. Both faces of the button are undecorated, and it has a mottled grey-brown to light green […]
