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Great Britain
 Websites presented in alphabetical order ARCHSEARCH: ARChaeological Holdings SEARCH system 
 A searchable catalogue of 350,000 records for books, bibliographies, journals, digital archives, and other resources about the historic environment of Great Britain (also for some entries for several other countries). Most of these records have considerable information about the archaeological sites, including contact information and Web addresses. http://ads.ahds.ac.uk/catalogue/ Topics: Archaeology Last updated Jul 20, 2005 British Archaeology
The online, full-text version of a magazine that chronicles new discoveries in the field of archaeology. Written for both the general and academic reader. The issues run from February 1995-present; they are searchable and available in sections such as News and Interviews . http://www.britarch.ac.uk/ba/ba.html Topics: Archaeology, Magazines, Magazines by Place Last updated Aug 10, 2009 PASt Explorers
This Portable Antiquities Scheme [PAS] website "is designed for use in the classroom, museum or at home" and provides teaching and learning resources "aimed at children between the ages of 7-11" and related to the English National Curriculum. It features information and materials about English and Welsh historic periods (prehistoric, Iron Age, Roman, and medieval), a database of objects (such as Roman coins), an introduction to archeology, and more. From the British Museum and other partners. http://www.pastexplorers.org.uk Topics: Archaeology, History By Place Last updated Nov 16, 2005 Stonehenge
Background about this World Heritage Site in England. Features a FAQ, visual and narrative history, photos, and information about visiting Stonehenge for the summer solstice. Also includes material about the spring 2008 Stonehenge archaeological dig, "the first excavation inside the stone circle at Stonehenge in nearly half a century." Note: Interactive map is not available. From English Heritage, an organization that protects and promotes England's historic environment. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.876 Topics: Archaeology Last updated Apr 14, 2008 Stonehenge Settlement Found: Builders' Homes, "Cult Houses"
This January 2007 news release explains how "a major prehistoric village has been unearthed near Stonehenge in southern England." The settlement is believed to be housing for the builders of the famous monument and a ceremonial site. Includes photos of the site, an animated map showing the site, and possible descriptions of worker homes and "cult homes" of chiefs or priests. Also includes links to related material. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2007/01/070130-stonehenge.html Topics: Archaeology Last updated Feb 5, 2007 Stonehenge: The Healing Stones
"Archaeologists are carrying out [in spring 2008] the first dig for almost half a century inside the stone circle of [Stonehenge] the world's most famous Neolithic monument. Their aim is to unearth evidence for a startling new theory -- that Stonehenge was built to heal the sick." Site features news and video from the 12-day dig, a panoramic view from within the stone circle, and related material. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/programmes/stonehenge/ Topics: Archaeology Last updated Apr 14, 2008 Vindolanda Tablets Online
"The Vindolanda writing tablets, written in ink on post-card sized sheets of wood, have been excavated at the fort of Vindolanda, immediately south of Hadrian's Wall in northern England." The site provides a searchable and browsable online edition of these Roman British tablets as well as an introduction to the tablets and their context, and a reference guide to aspects of the tablets' content. Also includes related links. From Oxford University. http://vindolanda.csad.ox.ac.uk/ Topics: Archaeology, History By Place, Magazines Last updated Aug 10, 2009 |
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