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Council for British Archaeology @archaeologyuk.bsky.social · Aug 30

Thinking about volunteering in archaeology or heritage?

We’ve just launched our brand new Volunteering page, bringing together placements, digs, and volunteering roles in heritage from across the UK. And the best part? Search by region to find opportunities near you! 👉

Volunteering

We keep you up to date with what is happening in British archaeology, whether you are looking to participate in a dig or volunteer.

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Aidan O'Sullivan @aidanosullivan.bsky.social · Aug 28

🏆 Nominations are open for the @ArchaeologyUK #ArchaeologicalAchievementAwards!

Do you know an archaeologist, team, or project that deserves recognition? Find out more about the awards and how to nominate here 👉 shorturl.at/bC8AT

Archaeological Achievement Awards

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Council for British Archaeology @archaeologyuk.bsky.social · Aug 19

🚨 Archaeology orgs, we need you!

We’re reviewing CBA Organisational Membership as part of #ReconnectingArchaeology, and your input will shape how we support groups of all sizes across the UK.

🗓 Complete the survey by 5 Sept for a chance to win a £200 voucher. 👉 surveymonkey.com/r/3CNC8SZ

Organisational Membership Survey

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

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Humanities & Social Sciences, UoL @livunihss.bsky.social · Aug 20

Archaeologists, historians, classicists: can your research into our past inform our future? The ‘Lessons from the Past’ (March ‘26) conference is looking for papers on tangible sustainability changes informed by human history lessonsfromthepast.info
@livancworlds.bsky.social #AcademicSky

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Heritage Network @heritagenetwork.bsky.social · Aug 13

Keen to be green? Caring about carbon? You're in luck!

Historic England have launched new training workshops, covering 'How to Measure a Carbon Footprint', and 'How To Write a Carbon Reduction Plan'! Check out our Blogpost all about it for more: buff.ly/7wpe1ZA

Keen to be green? Caring about carbon? Historic England launch free Carbon Reduction Workshops for Heritage Organisations! - Heritage Network

Historic England’s new Carbon Reduction Training for the Heritage Sector is open for workshop bookings today!

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Dr Rebecca Wragg Sykes @lemoustier.bsky.social · Aug 7

Very interesting to consider when we think as archaeologists about landscapes and memory

Nicola Chester @nicolawriting.bsky.social · Aug 7

Fascinating thread on our bucolic perceptions of the (recent) past agricultural landscape & the reality. Came across this time & again in writing new book, #GhostsoftheFarm. No denying we’ve decimated so much wildlife in pursuit of food production, but Shifting Baseline Syndrome is a complex beast!

Philip Amies @amiesphilip.bsky.social · Aug 7

In 1956 some of this scene was already mainly memory in England, Corncrake had become rare with horse drawn mechanical reaper. Corncockle was a seed contaminant, better seed cleaning it was gone, Cornflower and other arable weeds like poppy started to be eradicated by 2,4-D introduced in 1946.

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Rage Against the Miocene @organiccarbon.bsky.social · Aug 6

Our study further reveals the marvelous and often surprising complexity of our planet. It reminds me of how difficult it is to predict the future and how our own actions are creating a profoundly uncertain world and future.

Read more here: www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2025/au...

August: Peatlands protection | News and features | University of Bristol

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Council for British Archaeology @archaeologyuk.bsky.social · Jul 30

🚨 Aged 18 - 25 & passionate about heritage? Join our Youth Advisory Board!

Help shape a more inclusive, youth-led future for archaeology 🔍 No experience needed, just bring your insight, ideas & curiosity!

Find out more about the YABs, their work, and how to apply here 👉 shorturl.at/MxxO0

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 30

This week, I leave my role as Community Participation Coordinator @camunivmuseums.bsky.social Thank you to my colleagues in the University and wider community working tirelessly across the town-gown web. I've been a Cambridge resident for 20 years and never felt more connected with my local area.

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Council for British Archaeology @archaeologyuk.bsky.social · Jul 30

Curious about archaeology but not sure where to start?

Join us on 13 September for Unearthing Futures, a FREE event created by young people, for young people at the Great North Museum: Hancock. Enjoy skills workshops, network, and have fun!

Travel + lunch covered 🍕

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Rob Marchant @rob-marchant.bsky.social · Jul 28

#Wetlands are among nature’s most powerful climate allies. Despite their immense value, wetlands remain in peril. As we look towards #COP30 please sign the letter linked below for the sake of #conservation, #biodiversity and #climate change action.
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University Archaeology Day @uniarchday.bsky.social · Jul 28

Interested in studying archaeology at university? JOIN US in person or virtually on Monday 27th October 2025 at the British Academy bsky.app/profile/brit... to find out more about what it's like to study archaeology at university! More info and booking links here: linktr.ee/University_A...

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Archaeology Data Service @ads-update.bsky.social · Jul 28

🎉 The Festival of Archaeology 2025 is here!🏺
To celebrate the role of open knowledge in wellbeing, we’re highlighting a selection of projects that showcase how archaeology can support personal and community wellbeing in diverse and meaningful ways.

🔗 To find out more visit: buff.ly/ltIPhVR

Venus and Cupid by Shane A. Johnstone. Venus and Cupid Arts Trust, Morecambe. © Historic England Archive, Alun Bull

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 28

Thank you for your well wishes! I can't wait to get started.

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 28

Magical. Preserved handprints dispel the curtain of time.

University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · Jul 28

"I have never seen such a complete handprint on an #Egyptian object before."

Find out how researchers at Cambridge University's Fitzwilliam Museum discovered a 4,000-year-old handprint on an exhibit: bit.ly/3U0MKwx

#Archaeology #Museums #Research #AncientBlueSky #Egyptology

4000-year-old ancient Egyptian handprint discovered at Cambridge Fitzwilliam Museum.

The extraordinary find uncovered as part of upcoming exhibition, 'Made in Ancient Egypt'

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 27

Thank you! It's still sinking in but it's nice to start feeling excited for such a big change.

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 27

Thank you very much! 😊

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 27

Yes! A really interesting blend of natural and cultural heritage in an incredible landscape 😊

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 27

This #BogDay seems apt to announce that I am starting a PhD @york.ac.uk in September with @anthropocenebio.bsky.social and the Department of Archaeology. I will be researching the past ecology of the North Yorks Moors and using this evidence to explore views about the future landscape #MoorViews 🪧

A footpath across a flat moor landscape with a grey cloudy sky. The text reads 'A new path #moorviews'

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Council for British Archaeology @archaeologyuk.bsky.social · Jul 25

We have one last surprise for #AskAnArchaeologist...

To keep the discoveries flowing & to celebrate #FestivalOfArchaeology, we’re unlocking the British Archaeology archives for ONE WEEKEND ONLY - totally OPEN ACCESS! 🔓👉 shorturl.at/7uZaD

Let us know what you uncover!

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 25

I found a cut gemstone in the gravel at a garden centre café aged 5. My grandparents handed it in to lost property but werre told that I could keep it. It was later set in a ring and it's still the best 'treasure' I ever found and one of my most prized possessions.

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 25

An inspiring term at primary school spent learning about the Romans, Anglo-Saxons & Vikings, with lots of story-telling, making and creativity. Combined with my love of Usborne history books, and sealed by a (smelly) visit to Jorvik!

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 24

A mindful moment connecting with people past and present at tonight's @archaeologyuk.bsky.social #FestivalofArchaeology talk about bringing the prehistoric archaeology at Stanwick Lakes to life🏺

A hand holds a cup of tea in a cream mug on the left, with a laptop showing the opening slide of a 'This is Archaeology' talk on the right. In the middle is an open chocolate bar on a lap and in the distance is a lit candle in front of a log burner.

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Clemency Cooper @clemencycooper.bsky.social · Jul 21

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Antiquity Journal @antiquity.ac.uk · Jul 21

#AskAnArchaeologist Day is on Bluesky this year! 🏺

Get your questions ready for this Friday, when tons of archaeologists will be on hand to answer your #archaeology queries.

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Banner with an image of archaeologists wearing orange hi-vis clothing answering questions. The CBA Festival of Archaeology and Antiquity logos sit on the bottom, next to the text '#Ask An Archaeologist Day. 25 July 2025. Got a question?'

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