The Crannog Story in 10 Objects

YouTube Video Series

“Join the 21st Century Crannog Community as we take you on a journey back to 500 B.C and discover the lives of crannog dwellers who lived on Loch Tay 2,500 years through our new video series “The Crannog Story in 10 Objects”. Throughout the next few weeks, we’ll be bringing you short videos on different artefacts that can be found in our collection and how these relate to daily life on the crannog.”

Explore Hallowed Scotland

Webpage

“The sacred heritage of Scotland stretches back thousands and thousands of years. There are tribal Celts, ancient face painted Picts, Roman conquerors and audacious Vikings. Monarchs and warriors, clansmen, explorers, philosophers and inventors have all left their mark on this wonderous land and it’s buildings. Mysterious standing stones, rugged castles, fortresses and industrial engineering all sit side by side with churches, chapels, abbeys and cathedrals. You can even sleep in churches, with some wonderfully created visitor accommodation across Scotland. Relive the past and witness the wondrous monuments that today proudly tell their stories. Every church has a story to tell.“

The Great British Archaeology Comic Book

Book

“As part of the Festival of Archaeology 2020, the Young Archaeologists Club created the Great British Archaeology Comic Book (which you can download below). 

Young people were invited to send us a drawing on the theme of ‘what do you picture when you think of archaeology?’. We had submissions from people ranging from 7 – 21, all bringing something unique to the project. A professional illustrator then wove a number of the drawing submissions into a short narrative graphic story – a comic. “

Walking Hadrian’s Wall on Tyneside: the route through the urban areas

Webpage

“Many people will be familiar with the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail, but did you know this route avoids the actual line of Hadrian’s Wall through the urban areas of Tyneside?

This 12 mile walking guide takes you on a journey through Tyneside following the actual route of Hadrian’s Wall. Along the way you will see some of the remaining Roman archaeology as well as the impact the wall had on the cityscape today.”

Podcast Sunday Chat – Archaeology and the Climate Change Conundrum

Podcast

“Tune in for a chat on the impacts of climate change on archaeology with our hosts Career in Ruins. Guests Caroline Barrie-Smith (CITiZAN), Neil Redfern (CBA), Hannah Fluck (HE) and Rachel Bynoe (University of Southampton) present a fantastic perspective in this discussion on where archaeology stands in the climate change crisis debate.“

A Passage of Tyne – Andy Curtis

YouTube Video

“Andy Curtis of Heddon on the Wall Local History Society takes you on a stroll upriver from Newburn looking at shipwrecks, ceremonies at the Tide Stone, and the Ryton ferry boat accident of 1877.“

Local History Bingo!

Game

“Explore where you live during Festival of Archaeology with this Bingo sheet! Every street and building tells a story, and this will get you looking high and low in your town or village for 24 features. You may be surprised at how many hidden gems you can find if you look closely. Keep an eye out for bingo fun facts and updates from the Roman Baths on social media!“

History at Home Live!

Facebook Video

“Join us for a special Festival of Archaeology episode of History at Home Live! where English Heritage expert Matt Thompson will be talking to CBBC’s Ben Shires about archaeology through the ages. Archaeological sites have always faced threats, from wildlife to treasure hunters, construction to climate change, the theme of this year’s festival. Find out how English Heritage care for archaeological sites, ensuring people now and in the future will be able to enjoy and learn from them. Explore the ever-increasing role of science in archaeology and how technology offers opportunities to tackle some of the hardest questions about the past that early archaeologists could only dream of being able to answer! And discover how sometimes, the best thing to do as an archaeologist, is not to go ‘digging’ for answers at all.“