Cardiff University Department of Archaeology and Conservation

Our 2025 Annual Report is now available on the CAER website, just follow the link in the comments! We'll also have physical copies available at the CAER Heritage Centre. Just pop in, say hello, and pick one up! It's a great way to find out about our work in 2025 and our plans for the future. You might even find yourself in it! 🧡

‘Trowel and Error’ A Public User Needs Survey for Archaeology New Landmark Research Maps the Future of Archaeological Engagement.

Teffont Archaeology team led by David Roberts have won the skills category! Massive congratulations 🥳

Amazing news, two Cardiff Archaeology projects have been shortlisted for Archaeological Achievement Awards - you can read about the projects (Teffont Archaeology and Guerilla Archaeology) in the news article below! Both have been shortlisted in the Engagement and Participation category, with Teffont also nominated for the Learning, Training and Skills category. The awards ceremony take places on Friday, and will be available via live stream.

Cardiff University archaeology projects shortlisted for national award Teffont Archaeology and Guerilla Archaeology recognised for improving lives and generating new opportunities.

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Guerilla Archaeologists We have over 130 volunteers who have help to design and deliver events. Thank you all for bringing so much joy, energy, enthusiasm and knowledge. Adele Bricking / Alan Lane / Alice Cao …

Available now - part-funded MRes investigating intertidal peat in Orkney's West Mainland - Archaeology Orkney The deadline for applying for a part-funded MRes investigating intertidal peat at the Bay of Skaill, Orkney, is December 3, 2026.