Please note that WEAG will NOT be running the Field Schools during 2025.
A 5-day Field School running from Saturday to Wednesday, for people already familiar with the basic techniques of Archaeological excavation and recording. A small number of places may be available for those who have attended one of the Experience Weekends but priority will be given to (1) diggers from other sites who are keen to develop their existing skills under expert supervision and (2) those returning to Copped Hall from previous years digs. No formal teaching sessions are planned for the Field Schools. Our aim is to involve students as fully as possible in further excavating, examining, recording and interpreting the remains of the brick-built mansion and associated features and structures which are being revealed on the site. Reports of previous Field Schools see the Informal Reports page.
Supervision will be given by professional archaeologists assisted by highly experienced volunteers. All of these know the site very well. The directors will be Christina Holloway and Lee Joyce. Attendance certificates will be awarded at the end of the course. Students are welcome to book for either or both of the Field School weeks. If you are below age 16, you will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult who has also signed up for the Field School. If you book a place, a set of final joining instructions will be sent to you about a month before the school starts.
If you wish to attend one of our Field Schools please contact weagenquiries@outlook.com.
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