Local Historian, Curator of Archaeology at Worthing Museum & Director of Arun Valley Archaeology Project
Worthing, England
Joined October 2015
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What a find yesterday - Trewhiddle strap-end in silver, 9th century. Found by a metal detectorist in our group, as its silver it will be declared as treasure. Once that process is complete we'll be donating it to the museum. Our first from this period. Delighted 😊 @findsorguk
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Bignor Hill today. Looking at #StaneStreet, maps and artefacts. Even.the Roman Military joined us.
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❗️I want to sincerely thank the people of Great Britain for everything you have done for Ukraine.
Even before the full-scale invasion began, Britain was among the first to provide us with NLAW anti-tank systems — weapons that helped stop Russian columns on the approaches to Kyiv and in other directions.
This support only grew afterward: thousands of NLAWs, Challenger 2 tanks (Britain became the first Western country to transfer main battle tanks to Ukraine), Storm Shadow cruise missiles, and other equipment.
I would especially like to highlight the large-scale training of Ukrainian soldiers. Through Operation Interflex, more than 60,000 of our troops have already received training on British soil — from basic training for recruits to courses for commanders and instructors. This is one of the largest programmes of its kind since the Second World War.
Great Britain continues to provide significant military, financial, and humanitarian assistance, and this means a great deal to us. Thank you, Britain.
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A major early medieval monastery, lost to legend, found on a Scottish island archaeologymag.com/2026/10/a…
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Hello X! 👋🏼 We're Brighton & Hove Archaeological Society, a welcoming group of enthusiasts who love to share all things archaeological! We'd love to meet other archaeology and local history lovers here, so do say hello! brightonarch.org.uk #Archaeology #Brighton
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Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).
A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging @DollyParton or by leaving a message at dollyparton.com
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at imaginationlibrary.com
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1 week to go until our first event of '26 at the @AAssemblyRooms next #Saturday, 10-3. Bring the family along to a fun & interactive #Heritage event. The 1st #Alton #Archaeology Day will have displays by archaeological & historical groups from around #Hampshire. See you there! 🙃
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‘The situation in which these weapons were found may tempt us to refer them to a very remote period indeed; even beyond that of the present world’ John Frere, on Hoxne, 1797
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People always say that movies aren't documentaries and that "they know" that X or Y movie isn't perfectly historical.
The DAMAGE, that Braveheart has done to people's perception of the middle ages (and Scottish history) is still yet to be undone, 30 years later.
It's astonishing how much this movie shaped people's view on contemporary politics, ideology, fashion and warfare.
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How about "Where is our heritage demonstrably most risk from metal detecting"? It isn't lost, it's part of the archaeological record.
Cc @Tess_Machling @holly_evans98
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Here at @SussexPastUK we're really looking forward to welcoming @Raksha_Digs to Sussex to deliver the 2026 Long Man Lecture.
A chance to come together to listen to, & celebrate, a single voice from the heritage world.
Get an early bird ticket & join us!
sussexpast.co.uk/event/long-…
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Campaigners are fighting to prevent developers from building 190 homes in Angmering. The plans were rejected by Arun District Council in June after 1,700 people rejected, but Gleeson Homes has lodged an appeal with the planning inspectorate.
More here: bbc.in/4p2mhNg
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Tickets for the Autumn series of South Downs Archaeology Walks go live on Monday 8 September.
The walks will once again be led by local historian and archaeologist @JSArchaeology, taking in Highdown Hill, Firle Beacon and Cissbury Ring.
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ALT Sunrise over an autumnal landscape of rolling green hills and browning trees
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It's out! 😀
THE MAP: EXPANSION OF FARMING IN WESTERN EURASIA, 9600-4000 BCE
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Regional updates, particularly 🇺🇦. Colour and greyscale resolutions, and much asked for colour code and legend.
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Interested in Early Medieval/#AngloSaxon #History & #Archaeology? Want to get involved with a group of experienced historical interpreters?
Why not join Weorod!
Small, friendly & independent ,we are seeking new members to come & help us in 'Shedding Light on the Dark Ages'! 😃
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WEOROD will be supporting The Highdown Big Dig Open Day on Sat 26 July 25.
#Worthing #Museums, @NatTrustArch & @worthingarch will be excavating part of the #AngloSaxon cemetery between 19/07 & 1/08 as part of FBA 25.
A first hand opportunity to see #Sussex #Archaeology in action!
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„Für König und Vaterland.“
I’ve hiked 114 km over the past three days and am heading to my start point for today. Only one blister so far.
#Waterloo210 #NapoleonicWars
