British Archaeology

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British Archaeology the UK's most talked about archaeology magazine will suit anyone with a passion for delving into our past - whether you enjoy watching the latest archaeological TV documentaries, visiting historic buildings or digging on ancient sites!

It is an authoritative, in-depth source of information and comment on what’s new, interesting and important in the world of archaeology.

British Archaeology is a bi-monthly publication from the Council for British Archaeology – an educational charity. The established voice for archaeology in the UK, we're here to help you discover, explore and protect our unique heritage.

Among the articles in the trial issue, Mike Pitts reflects on the challenges facing the modern archaeologist, Jim Leary and David Field investigate traces of neolithic religion around Wiltshire's rivers and Sebastian Payne ponders the importance of the scientific side of archaeology.

Books are regularly reviewed in each issue of the magazine while the humorous 'Spoilheap' column keeps tabs on the curious lives of archaeologists. The 'Briefing' section lists the latest fieldwork excursions, excavations and archaeological conferences to keep readers in touch with the CBA network.

We lead from the cover with a controversial movie: we say by excluding archaeology or science, The Lost King gives a false view of the search for Richard III’s grave. What do you think? We also feature another famous grave, the Amesbury Archer’s near Stonehenge, excavated 20 years ago. More excavations in Northampton, where some large Anglo-Saxon halls pose questions about early kingship. A new study of a Celtic bucket, found in Wiltshire over two centuries ago, suggests its fine artistry may have celebrated an alliance defying the threat of Roman invasion. And regular columns include an interview with Rebecca Stott, author of Dark Earth, a novel about early London.