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Our next lunchtime lecture is on 16 Sep! We will have a Scottish themed lecture by Derek Alexander from National Trust for Scotland, and Thomas Rees speaking about a case study at Drumbrae. This is a collaboration with the CIfA Scottish Group. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
August 27, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Our next lunchtime lecture is on 16 Sep! We will have a Scottish themed lecture by Derek Alexander from National Trust for Scotland, and Thomas Rees speaking about a case study at Drumbrae. This is a collaboration with the CIfA Scottish Group. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
Our next lunchtime lecture is on 16 Sep! We will have a Scottish themed lecture by Derek Alexander from National Trust for Scotland, and Thomas Rees speaking about a case study at Drumbrae. This is a collaboration with the CIfA Scottish Group. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
August 27, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Our next lunchtime lecture is on 16 Sep! We will have a Scottish themed lecture by Derek Alexander from National Trust for Scotland, and Thomas Rees speaking about a case study at Drumbrae. This is a collaboration with the CIfA Scottish Group. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
The next Landscape Survey Group conference is coming up again! The Call for Papers is out now, and the theme is 'Resilient Landscapes, applying archaeological survey and understanding to holistic nature recovery'. Will we see you there?
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July 21, 2026 at 8:11 AM
The next Landscape Survey Group conference is coming up again! The Call for Papers is out now, and the theme is 'Resilient Landscapes, applying archaeological survey and understanding to holistic nature recovery'. Will we see you there?
landscapesurvey.org
landscapesurvey.org
Final chance to sign up to our lunchtime talk tomorrow (Wednesday 15th) between 12:05 and 12:55. It will be fully in the theme of the Festival of Archaeology, with Neil Redfearn from The Council for British Archaeology
Sign up via www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even... !
Sign up via www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even... !
Landscape SIG tea break lecture | CIfA
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July 14, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Final chance to sign up to our lunchtime talk tomorrow (Wednesday 15th) between 12:05 and 12:55. It will be fully in the theme of the Festival of Archaeology, with Neil Redfearn from The Council for British Archaeology
Sign up via www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even... !
Sign up via www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even... !
The Landscape SIG are taking over The Archaeologist magazine early 2027.
We would love your input on what landscapes are to you. Please fill in this form if you would like your perspective to be included in our article! The form closes 17 July.
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We would love your input on what landscapes are to you. Please fill in this form if you would like your perspective to be included in our article! The form closes 17 July.
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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July 9, 2026 at 10:31 AM
The Landscape SIG are taking over The Archaeologist magazine early 2027.
We would love your input on what landscapes are to you. Please fill in this form if you would like your perspective to be included in our article! The form closes 17 July.
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
We would love your input on what landscapes are to you. Please fill in this form if you would like your perspective to be included in our article! The form closes 17 July.
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Are you coming to our next lunchtime talk on 15 July, 12am?
It will focus on the Festival of Archaeology with Neil Redfearn from the The Council for British Archaeology! It's promising to be very exciting. Please sign up via the CIfA webpage or the link below: www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
It will focus on the Festival of Archaeology with Neil Redfearn from the The Council for British Archaeology! It's promising to be very exciting. Please sign up via the CIfA webpage or the link below: www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
Landscape SIG tea break lecture | CIfA
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July 3, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Are you coming to our next lunchtime talk on 15 July, 12am?
It will focus on the Festival of Archaeology with Neil Redfearn from the The Council for British Archaeology! It's promising to be very exciting. Please sign up via the CIfA webpage or the link below: www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
It will focus on the Festival of Archaeology with Neil Redfearn from the The Council for British Archaeology! It's promising to be very exciting. Please sign up via the CIfA webpage or the link below: www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
Are you feeling hot?
Hot off the press is a book co-edited by one of our committee members about archaeology and climate change. Seems relevant these few days!
It is open access via ArchaeoPress.
www.archaeopress.com/Archaeopress...
Hot off the press is a book co-edited by one of our committee members about archaeology and climate change. Seems relevant these few days!
It is open access via ArchaeoPress.
www.archaeopress.com/Archaeopress...
Archaeopress
Archaeopress Publications
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June 26, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Are you feeling hot?
Hot off the press is a book co-edited by one of our committee members about archaeology and climate change. Seems relevant these few days!
It is open access via ArchaeoPress.
www.archaeopress.com/Archaeopress...
Hot off the press is a book co-edited by one of our committee members about archaeology and climate change. Seems relevant these few days!
It is open access via ArchaeoPress.
www.archaeopress.com/Archaeopress...
Please note! The collaborative event between Buildings and Landscape SIG in Deerhurst will be deferred until September.
More information will follow soon!
More information will follow soon!
June 2, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Please note! The collaborative event between Buildings and Landscape SIG in Deerhurst will be deferred until September.
More information will follow soon!
More information will follow soon!
Hey, what's happening? Would you like to inform our membership of news from your organisation? Fill in this survey. That way, we can share your news with the whole world! (Or at least, with our followers).
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May 28, 2026 at 8:56 AM
Hey, what's happening? Would you like to inform our membership of news from your organisation? Fill in this survey. That way, we can share your news with the whole world! (Or at least, with our followers).
forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
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PER-Core is a palaeoenvironmental reading group to come to chat about all things old and environmental. We meet the last Tuesday of every month online to talk about a theme or topic. The group is very informal and open to anyone at any level. Are you interested in joining? Email [email protected]
May 26, 2026 at 5:35 PM
PER-Core is a palaeoenvironmental reading group to come to chat about all things old and environmental. We meet the last Tuesday of every month online to talk about a theme or topic. The group is very informal and open to anyone at any level. Are you interested in joining? Email [email protected]
We want YOU!
For the upcoming takeover by the Landscape SIG of The Archaeologist magazine, we are looking for your input. Share your views of the landscape with us via the below survey (which should only take you a minute or so!) and get featured in our magazine. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
For the upcoming takeover by the Landscape SIG of The Archaeologist magazine, we are looking for your input. Share your views of the landscape with us via the below survey (which should only take you a minute or so!) and get featured in our magazine. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
May 21, 2026 at 1:40 PM
We want YOU!
For the upcoming takeover by the Landscape SIG of The Archaeologist magazine, we are looking for your input. Share your views of the landscape with us via the below survey (which should only take you a minute or so!) and get featured in our magazine. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
For the upcoming takeover by the Landscape SIG of The Archaeologist magazine, we are looking for your input. Share your views of the landscape with us via the below survey (which should only take you a minute or so!) and get featured in our magazine. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Landscapes and buildings, is there a better, more comprehensive combination? In July, the Landscape SIG and Buildings SIG are collaborating for an in-person event in Deerhurst. Details are being firmed up as we speak, so more information will soon follow.
May 18, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Landscapes and buildings, is there a better, more comprehensive combination? In July, the Landscape SIG and Buildings SIG are collaborating for an in-person event in Deerhurst. Details are being firmed up as we speak, so more information will soon follow.
*News from our membership*
Have you seen it yet? The new and shiny good practice guide for Archaeology & Solar farms? Very useful read for those in the sector!
www.archaeologists.net/news/2026/ar...
Have you seen it yet? The new and shiny good practice guide for Archaeology & Solar farms? Very useful read for those in the sector!
www.archaeologists.net/news/2026/ar...
Archaeology and Solar Farms Good Practice Guide published
CIfA is delighted to announce the publication of the Archaeology and Solar Farms Good Practice Guide.
www.archaeologists.net
May 15, 2026 at 9:54 AM
*News from our membership*
Have you seen it yet? The new and shiny good practice guide for Archaeology & Solar farms? Very useful read for those in the sector!
www.archaeologists.net/news/2026/ar...
Have you seen it yet? The new and shiny good practice guide for Archaeology & Solar farms? Very useful read for those in the sector!
www.archaeologists.net/news/2026/ar...
We are taking over!
The Landscape SIG is currently organising a takeover of the magazine The Archaeologist. One of our pieces will include quotes from YOU about what landscapes mean to you. Please fill in this survey, so your quote may be featured in the magazine!
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
The Landscape SIG is currently organising a takeover of the magazine The Archaeologist. One of our pieces will include quotes from YOU about what landscapes mean to you. Please fill in this survey, so your quote may be featured in the magazine!
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Microsoft Forms
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May 12, 2026 at 7:12 AM
We are taking over!
The Landscape SIG is currently organising a takeover of the magazine The Archaeologist. One of our pieces will include quotes from YOU about what landscapes mean to you. Please fill in this survey, so your quote may be featured in the magazine!
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
The Landscape SIG is currently organising a takeover of the magazine The Archaeologist. One of our pieces will include quotes from YOU about what landscapes mean to you. Please fill in this survey, so your quote may be featured in the magazine!
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Ahead of our AGM tomorrow, we received some statistics about our membership. Within the last year, we have doubled our membership. Say hi, all 536 of you!
May 7, 2026 at 11:22 AM
Ahead of our AGM tomorrow, we received some statistics about our membership. Within the last year, we have doubled our membership. Say hi, all 536 of you!
Remember the AGM, coming Friday! Sign up via the CIfA website. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
May 5, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Remember the AGM, coming Friday! Sign up via the CIfA website. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
How the time flies! We will have our next AGM soon, on Friday 8 May at 12:05. Sign up now to see what we have achieved in the last year; what our plans are for the next year; and to share any of your ideas and improvements. Hope to see you there!
www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
April 14, 2026 at 7:58 AM
How the time flies! We will have our next AGM soon, on Friday 8 May at 12:05. Sign up now to see what we have achieved in the last year; what our plans are for the next year; and to share any of your ideas and improvements. Hope to see you there!
www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even...
*News from our survey*
Today is the launch of two short films celebrating the network of Historic Environment Records run by 80+ local authorities and national parks across England. The History Before Us (2 mins) explains what an HER actually is. vimeo.com/1174819186?s...
Today is the launch of two short films celebrating the network of Historic Environment Records run by 80+ local authorities and national parks across England. The History Before Us (2 mins) explains what an HER actually is. vimeo.com/1174819186?s...
What are Historic Environment Records?
Find out why Historic Environment Records (HERs) matter now more than ever. Historic England champions the network of local HERs that capture millions of unique records about our shared past.
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March 24, 2026 at 11:06 AM
*News from our survey*
Today is the launch of two short films celebrating the network of Historic Environment Records run by 80+ local authorities and national parks across England. The History Before Us (2 mins) explains what an HER actually is. vimeo.com/1174819186?s...
Today is the launch of two short films celebrating the network of Historic Environment Records run by 80+ local authorities and national parks across England. The History Before Us (2 mins) explains what an HER actually is. vimeo.com/1174819186?s...
We love to hear from our audience! Do you or does your organisation have news or events to share? Such as new guidance, publications, or trainings? Let us know via this form and we will share it with our audience. forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
March 19, 2026 at 12:24 PM
We love to hear from our audience! Do you or does your organisation have news or events to share? Such as new guidance, publications, or trainings? Let us know via this form and we will share it with our audience. forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
We are taking over!
In February 2027, the Landscape SIG will do a takeover of The Archaeologist, the magazine by CIfA. The working party members are Kat Hopwood-Lewis, David Astbury, Brandon Braun, Ian Houlston, Tori Park, Janine Young and Sam Turner. We will reveal the theme later!
In February 2027, the Landscape SIG will do a takeover of The Archaeologist, the magazine by CIfA. The working party members are Kat Hopwood-Lewis, David Astbury, Brandon Braun, Ian Houlston, Tori Park, Janine Young and Sam Turner. We will reveal the theme later!
March 13, 2026 at 8:15 AM
We are taking over!
In February 2027, the Landscape SIG will do a takeover of The Archaeologist, the magazine by CIfA. The working party members are Kat Hopwood-Lewis, David Astbury, Brandon Braun, Ian Houlston, Tori Park, Janine Young and Sam Turner. We will reveal the theme later!
In February 2027, the Landscape SIG will do a takeover of The Archaeologist, the magazine by CIfA. The working party members are Kat Hopwood-Lewis, David Astbury, Brandon Braun, Ian Houlston, Tori Park, Janine Young and Sam Turner. We will reveal the theme later!
Do you want to know how your proposed land use might impact nature services? Are you trying to stay updated on community research projects? Either way, you're in for a treat on Wednesday 11 March, 12:05-12:55, during our next lunchtime talk. Will you be there? www.archaeologists.net/groups/lands...
March 2, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Do you want to know how your proposed land use might impact nature services? Are you trying to stay updated on community research projects? Either way, you're in for a treat on Wednesday 11 March, 12:05-12:55, during our next lunchtime talk. Will you be there? www.archaeologists.net/groups/lands...
We are hearing two great speakers on Wednesday 11 March, between 12:05 and 12:55. We will hear about the Environmental Benefits from Nature tool and about community projects in the North Pennines from the Rural Durham Community Research Network. Are you there? www.archaeologists.net/groups/lands...
February 25, 2026 at 10:48 AM
We are hearing two great speakers on Wednesday 11 March, between 12:05 and 12:55. We will hear about the Environmental Benefits from Nature tool and about community projects in the North Pennines from the Rural Durham Community Research Network. Are you there? www.archaeologists.net/groups/lands...
*News from our survey*
Ridge and furrow guidance has dropped! It details how these should be considered in forestry projects proposals. Find it here: www.gov.uk/guidance/rid...
Do you also want to share your news relevant to the LSIG audience? Fill in our form here: forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
Ridge and furrow guidance has dropped! It details how these should be considered in forestry projects proposals. Find it here: www.gov.uk/guidance/rid...
Do you also want to share your news relevant to the LSIG audience? Fill in our form here: forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
February 17, 2026 at 9:27 AM
*News from our survey*
Ridge and furrow guidance has dropped! It details how these should be considered in forestry projects proposals. Find it here: www.gov.uk/guidance/rid...
Do you also want to share your news relevant to the LSIG audience? Fill in our form here: forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
Ridge and furrow guidance has dropped! It details how these should be considered in forestry projects proposals. Find it here: www.gov.uk/guidance/rid...
Do you also want to share your news relevant to the LSIG audience? Fill in our form here: forms.office.com/e/msP9diJ1VP
We were present at the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists Members' Day yesterday! It was great to hear some of the talks of other groups as well, such as the Finds and Heritage Crime. Great stuff!
January 30, 2026 at 9:20 AM
We were present at the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists Members' Day yesterday! It was great to hear some of the talks of other groups as well, such as the Finds and Heritage Crime. Great stuff!
Okay, so we've talked about different peat-related words. What are the most common (or the most uncommon) peatland landscape management practices? And what are they used for?
January 22, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Okay, so we've talked about different peat-related words. What are the most common (or the most uncommon) peatland landscape management practices? And what are they used for?