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data gathering - evaluation
Data Gathering (Evaluation) to inform a planning application
In some cases developments will require pre-planning fieldwork and reporting to gather data. This tends to comprise work such as geophysical surveys, historic building surveys or evaluation trenching.
Geophysical Survey (non-intrusive evaluation) is a relatively swift method of gathering data on the below ground potential of many types of land. There are different techniques which are better for different geology and classes of archaeological remains.
We understand that each site is unique and that soils, geology, topography and recent land-use all impact on the quality and interpretability of the data. We can advise on the most effective remote-sensing techniques and methodologies to evaluate a site; in many cases it is possible to predict if a particular method will detect a particular type of archaeology. We will not undertake work where we believe a more effective alternative approach is available and will always negotiate on our clients’ behalf to achieve the most cost-effective and robust strategy.
Trial Trenching (intrusive evaluation) Is a very conventional method of identifying the depth, date and character of archaeological remains on a site. Technology has thrown up some amazing remote sensing methods in recent years (such as Geophysical survey and aerial photos). These are useful, especially on larger sites. Only opening the ground and retrieving artefactual material can actually inform us on the date, quality and depth of remains. It is this data which will allow us to help shape any future mitigation.
Geoarchaeological evaluation makes use of field observations to interpret sediments and how these have been affected by both people and natural processes. We are often able to make use of clients’ own Site Investigation/Geotechnical reports. Alternatively, we can design and manage auger surveys to investigate sedimentary sequences and sub-surface topography.
Geoarchaeology can be used to establish not only the presence of archaeology, but also the level of preservation and we can use this information to support desk-based assessments and planning applications. It is particularly useful in areas of known Peat (e.g. Cambridgeshire Fens) and on areas of alluvium.
Data Gathering (Evaluation) to inform a planning application
In some cases developments will require pre-planning fieldwork and reporting to gather data. This tends to comprise work such as geophysical surveys, Monitoring of geo-technical test-pitting and boreholes, historic building surveys or evaluation trenching.
Geophysical Survey (non-intrusive evaluation) is a relatively swift method of gathering data on the below ground potential of many types of land. There are different techniques which are better for different geology and classes of archaeological remains.
We understand that each site is unique and that soils, geology, topography and recent land-use all impact on the quality and interpretability of the data. We can advise on the most effective remote-sensing techniques and methodologies to evaluate a site; in many cases it is possible to predict if a particular method will detect a particular type of archaeology. We will not undertake work where we believe a more effective alternative approach is available and will always negotiate on our clients’ behalf to achieve the most cost-effective and robust strategy.
Monitoring of Geo-Technical Test-Pitting and Boreholes (intrusive evaluation) Is frequently needed in large towns and cities. This can provide a very efficient way to get archaeologically useful information. This is because it combines two disciplines (Site Investigation and Archaeology) into one deployment. We have frequently found this to be a useful approach as it means one lot of access agreements, plant and Safety arrangements.
Trial Trenching (intrusive evaluation) Is a very conventional method of identifying the depth, date and character of archaeological remains on a site. Technology has thrown up some amazing remote sensing methods in recent years (such as Geophysical survey and aerial photos). These are useful, especially on larger sites. Only opening the ground and retrieving artefactual material can actually inform us on the date, quality and depth of remains. It is this data which will allow us to help shape any future mitigation.
Geoarchaeological evaluation makes use of field observations to interpret sediments and how these have been affected by both people and natural processes. We are often able to make use of clients’ own Site Investigation/Geotechnical reports. Alternatively, we can design and manage auger surveys to investigate sedimentary sequences and sub-surface topography.
Geoarchaeology can be used to establish not only the presence of archaeology, but also the level of preservation and we can use this information to support desk-based assessments and planning applications. It is particularly useful in areas of known Peat (e.g. Cambridgeshire Fens) and on areas of alluvium.