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Geophysical surveys are non-intrusive survey methods such as earth resistance and magnetometry. Volunteers will be taught the reasons for using such surveys, how they work and how to complete such surveys.

Other archaeological techniques:

We will also have the opportunity to learn other techniques including: recording, finds processing, graveyard surveys and buildings archaeology.

Excavation involves the removal of the modern top soils often by hand. This will involve physical labour and healthy outdoor activity. It will then involve systematic in-depth excavation with trowels and small tools.

The archaeology revealed by the excavation will range from things like brick and stone walls and floors to archaeological features such as ditches and pits.

During excavations pieces of material culture (broken pottery and other everyday materials) will be discovered.

Volunteers will be taught all the techniques required to carry out these operations, how to deal with and treat any artefacts and how to interpret what is discovered.

Our team of specialists are here to help support you through the intricacies of the planning process by offering a proficient and bespoke consultancy service, in order to minimise potential project risk.

Established track record of dealing with Local Authorities and their archaeological advisors.

With strong links with the School of the Built Environment at the University of Salford and with a wealth of expertise and knowledge, we are uniquely placed to deliver a client focused approached to deal with the needs of the construction industry. Within our consultancy we listen to your specific requirements and create a tailored, affordable and plan of action.

A Desk Based Assessment may be required in the early stage of the planning process and is designed to identify the potential archaeology on a proposed site, highlighting likely impact of the anticipated development on known heritage resource caused by the prospective development of that site.

We understand the constraints placed on commercial design projects and development and that a prompt and accurate report can be crucial in offsetting delays and additional costs.  At Salford Archaeology, we have a skilled and dedicated team of staff who produce efficient and high quality Desk Based Assessment reports in a short timescale.

Archaeological evaluations (trial trenching)may be required either pre-planning or as a component of a programme of archaeological works to be undertaken to discharge an archaeological condition imposed upon a planning application by the relevant Local Authority in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

An archaeological evaluation usually involves the excavation of a number of strategically placed machine dug trenches in order to identify the nature, extent and condition of any archaeological remains which may be present and are often positioned across the footprint of the proposed development.

Mechanical excavators are used to excavate the trenches, however in some cases this can be done by hand

Typically, the results of the archaeological evaluation will assist the Local Authority Planning Archaeologist in determining the level of impact a development may have on the archaeological resource.  For many sites an evaluation may establish that if there is no or poor survival of archaeological remains, no further work is necessary. In some cases the following options may be required: an archaeological watching brief during construction, further trenching or full excavation of parts of the site.

Salford Archaeology have undertaken may archaeological evaluations on behalf of a wide range of clients across the region and understand the need for a quick, professionally reliable and proportionate response in satisfying the archaeological requirements of the Local Authority.

Understanding

Salford Archaeology have a long tradition in the survey, recording, illustration  interpretation and understanding.

Widening access to archaeology and heritage is a key