A day of talks on the latest archaeological discoveries in the West Midlands.
Our annual News from the Past event will be held on 22nd March 2025
10.00am to 4.30pm
At the The Birmingham and Midland Institute
9 Margaret Street
Birmingham
B3 3BS
Confirmed speakers are –
- Dr Mike Hodder (University of Birmingham), Sutton Park: the origins and layout of the medieval deer park.
- Dr Roger White, FSA MCIFA (Hon Senior Research Fellow, CAHA, University of Birmingham), Breaking New Ground: a research excavation at the heart of Wroxeter, 2024.
- Dr Simon Davies (Archaeology Warwickshire), The final days of Roman Alcester: flogging a dead horse?
- Dr Ian Parker Heath (Digging Deeper Project Manager), It didn’t always look this way! What a peat bog has revealed.
- Dr Nat Alcock (Independent researcher), The Stratfire Project: Dendrochronology and building recording in Stratford-upon-Avon; understanding the effects of the late 16th century fires in the town.
- Oliver Jessop, MCIFA (Director of TJC heritage, consultant to West Midlands Historic Building’s Trust), The Master’s House, Warwick.
- Janine Young (Archaeological Consultant, National Trust), Results of a geophysical survey of the Attingham Estate, Shropshire.
- Portable Antiquities Scheme: A brief round up of the PASt 12 months.
The new venue is slightly smaller than previous ones, so booking in advance is essential. Booking form can be downloaded here.
We look forward to seeing you there!