OXFORD ARCHAEOLOGY LIMITED 

Full Grant details (including summaries) can be found on the Gateway to Research website: https://gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=MR/W00755X/1

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly ....more

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly within the walled medieval city, the site occupying almost 10% of this. The area took its name from 19 narrow lanes that crossed the area from east to west, which survived into the 1970s. Much of the site was densely occupied by buildings of nineteenth- and twentieth-century date, although eighteenth-century structures were also present. Approximately 80% of these buildings were demolished, to facilitate the construction of a shopping centre with underground car parking.

The aim of the project is to update the existing current published guidelines for Managing Lithic Scatters (2000), which although still relevant in explaining what makes a lithic site significant, ....more

The aim of the project is to update the existing current published guidelines for Managing Lithic Scatters (2000), which although still relevant in explaining what makes a lithic site significant, are based on outdated examples and lack detail on approaches to assessment, mitigation and post-excavation analysis, as well as new techniques and approaches. In this respect, the project also aims to develop new guidance for dealing with lithic scatters outlining recent advances in designation guidance, fieldwork approaches and analysis techniques that have been developed since the previous guidance was published. The project will provide clear and concise guidance for a range of people dealing with lithic scatter sites, especially in a planning or heritage conservation context. This will be supplemented with reference to a selection of case studies, which will be presented in a separate volume. The case studies will outline a range of applications involved in the prospection, recording, excavation, analysis, interpretation and management of the lithic resource, in order to compliment themes addressed in the updated guidance document.

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly ....more

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly within the walled medieval city, the site occupying almost 10% of this. The area took its name from 19 narrow lanes that crossed the area from east to west, which survived into the 1970s. Much of the site was densely occupied by buildings of nineteenth- and twentieth-century date, although eighteenth-century structures were also present. Approximately 80% of these buildings were demolished, to facilitate the construction of a shopping centre with underground car parking.

In 2007, Oxford Archaeology North (OA North) was commissioned to undertake a watching brief during excavation of the basement for an hotel at Brunel Court, on the corner of Marsh Lane and Ladywell ....more

In 2007, Oxford Archaeology North (OA North) was commissioned to undertake a watching brief during excavation of the basement for an hotel at Brunel Court, on the corner of Marsh Lane and Ladywell Street, Preston, Lancashire (SD 5310 2990). Although the general area of Brunel Court had been extensively remodelled through a succession of industrial-period and modern major infrastructure projects, it lies very close to the presumed site of Preston’s medieval friary (PRN 1416). There is little published information on this Franciscan Friary, other than that it was probably founded around 1260 under the custody of the main Franciscan house at Worcester, and comprised a small quadrangle with cloisters and a chapel. Post-Dissolution, the friary buildings were sold as a private residence, became a gaol in 1680 and, by the early nineteenth century, had been destroyed by construction of the Lancaster Canal. It was therefore believed that little of the site had survived.

The excavations were undertaken from 1982 to 1985 inclusive, directed firstly by

From 1978 to 1982, Carlisle Archaeological Unit (CAU) carried out a programme of archaeological excavation and standing building recording, funded in part by the then Department of the Environment, ....more

From 1978 to 1982, Carlisle Archaeological Unit (CAU) carried out a programme of archaeological excavation and standing building recording, funded in part by the then Department of the Environment, prior to the redevelopment of the Lanes, a densely built-up area of approximately 2.8ha (6.9 acres) situated within the north-east angle of Carlisle’s medieval city defences (NY 4015 5606). In total, some 26 excavation trenches were opened over the site as a whole, and a further 20 areas were subjected to watching brief. The project was divided into two areas: north and south.

: re-formatting reports destined for the Research Report Series that didn’t comply with the requirements of the series as they predated the decision to upload all relevant Commissions reports to ....more

: re-formatting reports destined for the Research Report Series that didn’t comply with the requirements of the series as they predated the decision to upload all relevant Commissions reports to this series

A programme of archaeological examination at Smith and Sons (Bletchington) Ltd Gill Mill gravel quarry, located in the lower Windrush valley near Witney, Oxfordshire, commenced in 1988 and is still ....more

A programme of archaeological examination at Smith and Sons (Bletchington) Ltd Gill Mill gravel quarry, located in the lower Windrush valley near Witney, Oxfordshire, commenced in 1988 and is still ongoing, the work falling into two parts (Phase 1, DUGM and Phase 2, SLGM) undertaken under different planning conditions. The combined work has involved investigation in various ways of over 100 ha, revealing a landscape with significant later prehistoric features but dominated by an important minor nucleated settlement of Roman date. Analysis and reporting of the Phase 2 works, funded by the developer, is currently underway and will be complemented by this programme dealing with the evidence derived from the Phase 1 work (including the recording under watching brief conditions of c 17 ha of the quarry area). The relevant area contains a small discrete settlement of middle Iron Age date and key elements of the nucleated Roman settlement, which was established in the valley bottom in the early 2nd century AD. Covering at least 10 hectares, the settlement was laid out around paved roads running across and along the valley, evidence for one of the former lying almost entirely within the area to be reported in this project. The settlement plan was characterised by ditched enclosures containing a variety of structural and other evidence, including parts of roadside buildings. Rare high status structural elements are suggested by small quantities of flue tile and tesserae, and finds include fragments of an altar and numerous coins. Material from partly waterlogged pit fills includes fragments of a cart wheel. The setting and chronology of the site, which seems to have been out of use by c AD 370, are unusual for a substantial Roman settlement in the area and the combined publication report will make a major contribution to regional Roman studies.

The aim of the project is to update the existing current published guidelines for Managing Lithic Scatters (2000), which although still relevant in explaining what makes a lithic site significant, ....more

The aim of the project is to update the existing current published guidelines for Managing Lithic Scatters (2000), which although still relevant in explaining what makes a lithic site significant, are based on outdated examples and lack detail on approaches to assessment, mitigation and post-excavation analysis, as well as new techniques and approaches. In this respect, the project also aims to develop new guidance for dealing with lithic scatters outlining recent advances in designation guidance, fieldwork approaches and analysis techniques that have been developed since the previous guidance was published. The project will provide clear and concise guidance for a range of people dealing with lithic scatter sites, especially in a planning or heritage conservation context. This will be supplemented with reference to a selection of case studies, which will be presented in a separate volume. The case studies will outline a range of applications involved in the prospection, recording, excavation, analysis, interpretation and management of the lithic resource, in order to compliment themes addressed in the updated guidance document.

The evolution of the Thames Valley from the medieval period into the modern world

: re-formatting reports destined for the Research Report Series that didnt comply with the requirements of the series as they predated the decision to upload all relevant Commissions reports to this ....more

: re-formatting reports destined for the Research Report Series that didnt comply with the requirements of the series as they predated the decision to upload all relevant Commissions reports to this series

A part of the Sutton Heritage Action Zone Oxford Archaeology has been commissioned to carry out a comprehensive assessment of the archaeological evidence within Sutton Town Centre. The Project is ....more

A part of the Sutton Heritage Action Zone Oxford Archaeology has been commissioned to carry out a comprehensive assessment of the archaeological evidence within Sutton Town Centre. The Project is intended to enhance understanding of the archaeological potential of Sutton and explore the early development of the town and its relationship with the surrounding landscape. Focusing upon the early development of Sutton, Oxford Archaeology, in collaboration with members of the Carshalton and District History and Archaeological Society (CADHAS), will carry out a programme of desk-based research and rapid site survey which will be used to characterise the nature of the archaeological resource within Sutton. This research will highlight parts of the town centre with the potential to contain surviving prehistoric, Roman, Saxon and medieval remains and will identify parts of the town where major ground disturbance has occurred. The Project will explore the archaeological, topographical and historical environment of Sutton to determine areas of particular significance and sensitivity which will be used to redefine the scope of the Sutton Town Centre Archaeological Priority Area (APA). The final report will form part of the evidence base for the Sutton Town Centre Master Plan and will help to guide future development within the town.

A total of six Registered Battlefields are on the 2013 Heritage at Risk Register. Of these, five cite development pressure on the urban fringe as the principal vulnerability. The importance of the ....more

A total of six Registered Battlefields are on the 2013 Heritage at Risk Register. Of these, five cite development pressure on the urban fringe as the principal vulnerability. The importance of the areas designated as Registered Battlefields is not in question, however in order to manage change, local authorities and English Heritage need a good understanding of how significance and conservation values (as defined in the English Heritage guidance document Conservation Principles) are expressed in and across the registered areas. The removal of these battlefields from the Heritage at Risk Register requires an effective planning framework, based on a good understanding of each battlefield and the contribution of both landscape and physical remains to the significance of the registered site.

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly ....more

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly within the walled medieval city, the site occupying almost 10% of this. The area took its name from 19 narrow lanes that crossed the area from east to west, which survived into the 1970s. Much of the site was densely occupied by buildings of nineteenth- and twentieth-century date, although eighteenth-century structures were also present. Approximately 80% of these buildings were demolished, to facilitate the construction of a shopping centre with underground car parking.

Oxford Archaeology are undertaking a project, as part of Historic Englands Action Plan, to provide an overview of fortifications constructed in England in the 19th century or in the period up to the ....more

Oxford Archaeology are undertaking a project, as part of Historic Englands Action Plan, to provide an overview of fortifications constructed in England in the 19th century or in the period up to the end of the First World War.

Partnership funding in support of training excavation on RB cropmark complex

The excavations were undertaken from 1982 to 1985 inclusive, directed firstly by

A programme of archaeological examination at Smith and Sons (Bletchington) Ltd Gill Mill gravel quarry, located in the lower Windrush valley near Witney, Oxfordshire, commenced in 1988 and is still ....more

A programme of archaeological examination at Smith and Sons (Bletchington) Ltd Gill Mill gravel quarry, located in the lower Windrush valley near Witney, Oxfordshire, commenced in 1988 and is still ongoing, the work falling into two parts (Phase 1, DUGM and Phase 2, SLGM) undertaken under different planning conditions. The combined work has involved investigation in various ways of over 100 ha, revealing a landscape with significant later prehistoric features but dominated by an important minor nucleated settlement of Roman date. Analysis and reporting of the Phase 2 works, funded by the developer, is currently underway and will be complemented by this programme dealing with the evidence derived from the Phase 1 work (including the recording under ?watching brief? conditions of c 17 ha of the quarry area). The relevant area contains a small discrete settlement of middle Iron Age date and key elements of the nucleated Roman settlement, which was established in the valley bottom in the early 2nd century AD. Covering at least 10 hectares, the settlement was laid out around paved roads running across and along the valley, evidence for one of the former lying almost entirely within the area to be reported in this project. The settlement plan was characterised by ditched enclosures containing a variety of structural and other evidence, including parts of roadside buildings. Rare high status structural elements are suggested by small quantities of flue tile and tesserae, and finds include fragments of an altar and numerous coins. Material from partly waterlogged pit fills includes fragments of a cart wheel. The setting and chronology of the site, which seems to have been out of use by c AD 370, are unusual for a substantial Roman settlement in the area and the combined publication report will make a major contribution to regional Roman studies.

From 1978 to 1982, Carlisle Archaeological Unit (CAU) carried out a programme of archaeological excavation and standing building recording, funded in part by the then Department of the Environment, ....more

From 1978 to 1982, Carlisle Archaeological Unit (CAU) carried out a programme of archaeological excavation and standing building recording, funded in part by the then Department of the Environment, prior to the redevelopment of the Lanes, a densely built-up area of approximately 2.8ha (6.9 acres) situated within the north-east angle of Carlisle?s medieval city defences (NY 4015 5606). In total, some 26 excavation trenches were opened over the site as a whole, and a further 20 areas were subjected to watching brief. The project was divided into two areas: north and south.

A total of six Registered Battlefields are on the 2013 Heritage at Risk Register. Of these, five cite development pressure on the urban fringe as the principal vulnerability. The importance of the ....more

A total of six Registered Battlefields are on the 2013 Heritage at Risk Register. Of these, five cite development pressure on the urban fringe as the principal vulnerability. The importance of the areas designated as Registered Battlefields is not in question, however in order to manage change, local authorities and English Heritage need a good understanding of how significance and conservation values (as defined in the English Heritage guidance document Conservation Principles) are expressed in and across the registered areas. The removal of these battlefields from the Heritage at Risk Register requires an effective planning framework, based on a good understanding of each battlefield and the contribution of both landscape and physical remains to the significance of the registered site.

Oxford Archaeology are undertaking a project, as part of Historic England?s Action Plan, to provide an overview of fortifications constructed in England in the 19th century or in the period up to the ....more

Oxford Archaeology are undertaking a project, as part of Historic England?s Action Plan, to provide an overview of fortifications constructed in England in the 19th century or in the period up to the end of the First World War.

The aim of the project is to update the existing current published guidelines for Managing Lithic Scatters (2000), which although still relevant in explaining what makes a lithic site significant, ....more

The aim of the project is to update the existing current published guidelines for Managing Lithic Scatters (2000), which although still relevant in explaining what makes a lithic site significant, are based on outdated examples and lack detail on approaches to assessment, mitigation and post-excavation analysis, as well as new techniques and approaches. In this respect, the project also aims to develop new guidance for dealing with lithic scatters outlining recent advances in designation guidance, fieldwork approaches and analysis techniques that have been developed since the previous guidance was published. The project will provide clear and concise guidance for a range of people dealing with lithic scatter sites, especially in a planning or heritage conservation context. This will be supplemented with reference to a selection of case studies, which will be presented in a separate volume. The case studies will outline a range of applications involved in the prospection, recording, excavation, analysis, interpretation and management of the lithic resource, in order to compliment themes addressed in the updated guidance document.

Following on from the Lancashire Textile Mills Rapid Assessment (Project 4796), Oxford Archaeology North, in partnership with Lancashire County Council, has been commissioned to carry out a strategic ....more

Following on from the Lancashire Textile Mills Rapid Assessment (Project 4796), Oxford Archaeology North, in partnership with Lancashire County Council, has been commissioned to carry out a strategic second stage of survey. It is intended that this will provide a more detailed information base of former textile-manufacturing buildings in Lancashire to allow the county?s rich industrial heritage assets to be understood better and prioritised. The principal aims of this major commission are to provide an objective overview of the stock condition, occupancy and ownership patterns across the 619 surviving textile manufacturing sites identified during the Rapid Assessment, and create a detailed record of selected examples that can be used to illustrate the historical

A part of the Sutton Heritage Action Zone Oxford Archaeology has been commissioned to carry out a comprehensive assessment of the archaeological evidence within Sutton Town Centre. The Project is ....more

A part of the Sutton Heritage Action Zone Oxford Archaeology has been commissioned to carry out a comprehensive assessment of the archaeological evidence within Sutton Town Centre. The Project is intended to enhance understanding of the archaeological potential of Sutton and explore the early development of the town and its relationship with the surrounding landscape. Focusing upon the early development of Sutton, Oxford Archaeology, in collaboration with members of the Carshalton and District History and Archaeological Society (CADHAS), will carry out a programme of desk-based research and rapid site survey which will be used to characterise the nature of the archaeological resource within Sutton. This research will highlight parts of the town centre with the potential to contain surviving prehistoric, Roman, Saxon and medieval remains and will identify parts of the town where major ground disturbance has occurred. The Project will explore the archaeological, topographical and historical environment of Sutton to determine areas of particular significance and sensitivity which will be used to redefine the scope of the Sutton Town Centre Archaeological Priority Area (APA). The final report will form part of the evidence base for the Sutton Town Centre Master Plan and will help to guide future development within the town.

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly ....more

Carlisle City Council redeveloped the Lanes in the late 1970s, a densely built-up but run-down area in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle, Cumbria (NY 4015 5606). The development lay wholly within the walled medieval city, the site occupying almost 10% of this. The area took its name from 19 narrow lanes that crossed the area from east to west, which survived into the 1970s. Much of the site was densely occupied by buildings of nineteenth- and twentieth-century date, although eighteenth-century structures were also present. Approximately 80% of these buildings were demolished, to facilitate the construction of a shopping centre with underground car parking.

The Romans of Fane Road: A community heritage project for the people of Peterborough