@archaeologyuk Festival Coordinator, @ArchAncHistLeic PhD student & haphazard gardener.
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What's a good archaeological joke? Debbie and Neil are here to share theirs for #AskAnArchaeologist. Share yours below!
Debbie Frearson retweeted
The Festival of Archaeology returns for 2026! 🏺🌲
From 18th July to 2nd August, the UK’s largest celebration of archaeology is back, and this year we’re exploring the connections between archaeology and nature.
From landscapes shaped by human activity to the plants, animals, and environments that shape archaeological sites, this year’s theme invites fresh ways of seeing the places around us.
We’ll be kicking off the Festival on the 18th July in a very fitting setting: @WestonbirtArb. As home to one of the world’s most significant tree collections, Westonbirt brings together nature, research, landscape history, and long-term environmental change. The perfect place to explore how people and the natural environment have shaped one another over time.
Alongside hundreds of events across the UK, this year’s Festival will include:
🖍 Youth Day & Youth Activity Day
▶️ This is Archaeology online lectures
🌼Theme Day activities
🏆@MarshAwards for Community Archaeology
❓Ask an Archaeologist and A Day in Archaeology will also be returning in a brand new form.
➕ And more!
Keep a watch on our socials and website for more updates!
Find out more about the Festival here 👉 lnkd.in/eVXG2eW4
Really enjoyable talk by Mathew Morris of ULAS about 500,000 years of archaeology found in Leics & Rutland. Organised by Sarah Ross part of #FestivalofArchaeology for uppinghamhistory.org.uk/ @archaeologyuk hard work paid off as a full house in venue even met another Frearson🙂
ALT A smiling bearded man in a blue ahiet over a blue t shirt. Behind him is a white wall with words projectes on
Debbie Frearson retweeted
Red Team are off to be Building Detectives with our very own @DebbieFrearson out @ChesterHouse_UK.
Lots of great buildings to explore on the site. I'm sure our Lidted Casework Team will be very jealous!!!
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ALT Lots of farm style buildings, group in background
Debbie Frearson retweeted
It's been a busy busy day @ChesterHouse_UK exploring archaeology and wellbeing for this year's #FestivalOfArchaeology.
We had loads of fun and learnt a few things along the way. @DebbieFrearson turned me into Building Detective 🕵️♀️ with her great activity.
Till next year.... – at Northampton, England
Good morning from the #FestivalOfArchaeology team out @ChesterHouse_UK for our Archaeology Youth Day.
We've got a full day of activities across the site. Orange Team have headed out to explore medieval tiles.....
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ALT Group of young people stood looking at tables with clay tiles, materials and stations
ALT Various clay stamps in a basket
Amazing opening at @JewryWallRoman, saw
@ArchaeologyUK president @Raksha_Digs, great interactive film and exhibition
#FestivalofArchaeology
ALT A room with two people with their backs to image, an image of a woman and a boy are on one of the walls.
ALT People with backs to camera and newspaper articles on the wall.
ALT Two women in front of a mosaic
Debbie Frearson retweeted
Question from Reddit: How often do listed buildings burn down, and how often do they 'burn down'? @AskAnArchDay #AskAnArchaeologist
I will leave that to others to find🤣 #AskAnArchaeologist
There's a whole new world of space archaeology that's developing and I think the technology we use rather than what we find will be the next big thing
#AskAnArchaeologist
Debbie Frearson retweeted
Calling all curious minds! Today is #AskAnArchaeologistDay, your chance to ask anything you’ve ever wanted to know about archaeology!
📱 Join the conversation on X, BlueSky, TikTok, and Instagram, just use the hashtag #AskAnArchaeologist or ask your question in the comments
Debbie Frearson retweeted
🎁 Psst… want to win some archaeology-inspired goodies?
Guess how many Festival events ran 2020 - 2024 to enter 👉 shorturl.at/7hrJN
Closes 31 Aug | UK | 18+
I enjoyed curating @archaeologyuk #FestivalofArchaeology Theme Day, interviewing people who have wonderful collections and producing a mindfulness museum of you session with Chris Jeavons of @uniofleicester . The YAC resources are amazing. archaeologyuk.org/festival/t…
Debbie Frearson retweeted
🪙 “When you are at your lowest, sometimes cocooning yourself with familiar objects… can help you shut out the world.”
For Neil Smith, collecting has always been a part of life. Discover Neil’s story and explore how collecting can support wellbeing 👉 shorturl.at/d2UbS
Debbie Frearson retweeted
“Anyone can dig.”
For Giselle Király, archaeology isn’t just about the past, it’s about helping people heal, connect, and rediscover themselves. Watch her interview and discover her collection 👉 shorturl.at/Gu9EI
Debbie Frearson retweeted
🪖 What’s Not to Treasure? Meet Chris Kolonko
Chris is an archaeologist specialising in the First and Second World War Home Front. Chris’s collection reflects a deep connection to this heritage and the importance of remembering it. 👉 shorturl.at/uRZYe
Debbie Frearson retweeted
Not all treasures glitter… sometimes they’re the little things we gather along the way that hold the most meaning.
For Jo Weafer, collecting shells, stones & seaglass is a way to slow down and find calm in nature.👉 shorturl.at/8EXLr
Debbie Frearson retweeted
To celebrate the 2025 #FestivalOfArchaeology, @YAC_CBA has created a bumper pack filled with fun activities around this year’s theme: Archaeology and Wellbeing, co-created by young people for young people.
📥 Download your free pack👉 shorturl.at/3N5Ng
Debbie Frearson retweeted
🌿 How can archaeology help wellbeing?
It isn’t just about uncovering the past, it’s about how we connect to it. Whether it’s through exploring, handling artefacts, or sharing stories, archaeology offers a unique way to slow down, reflect, and feel part of something bigger.
Debbie Frearson retweeted
What’s next for archaeology? Find out from the people shaping its future.
On 30 July, the #FestivalOfArchaeology Student & Early Careers Conference returns, and you’re invited to explore the fresh ideas and emerging research set to shape the field👉 shorturl.at/wMOao
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@ArchaeologyUK History & Archaeology Fair all day in both Oakham Castle & Museum today where the Leics Fieldworkers also have Festival events. 1st talk of the day is Peter Liddle and Romans of Rutland, followed a couple on High St🙂.
ALT An old building with brown beams and large horse shoes in a white wall. A group of people are standing in a semi circle facing to the right
ALT 2 people dressed up as Romans walking past a red brick building with a porch, they are on a pavement next to a road
ALT A beamed building with a central square which is a large screen