The Festival of British Archaeology aims to encourage and provide opportunities for everyone to visit sites of archaeological/historical interest or museums, heritage and resource centres, to see archaeology in action and to take part in activities on-site.

This is an opportunity for everyone to delve into all periods of our past and to gain archaeological skills, learn about artefacts, investigate local buildings and landscapes and witness interpretations of the past.  

Discover archaeology and get involved!  Make sure you find out about events happening near you!

• Over 670 events taking place, during this fortnight-long extravaganza of fascinating archaeology and history based events!
• Summer holiday fun and interest for everyone
• Events taking place all over the UK, at museums, heritage sites, country parks, National Trust properties, English Heritage sites and many more places
• Visit excavations, discover the hidden secrets of your surroundings, take part in hands-on activities, see flint-knapping demonstrations, get up close to characters from history at re-enactments, learn the skills of an archaeologist and much much more!
• The 20th anniversary year of this popular annual celebration, which has grown from National Archaeology Week
• Coordinated by the Council for British Archaeology