Welcome to Wessex Archaeology

We are one of the UK’s leading heritage practices, and an educational charity. Read more about us.

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Roman cherub carving found at excavations in DorchesterFind out where we have worked and what we have discovered.

Our archaeological projects cover the whole of the UK, both on land and under the sea.

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Operating across the UK and abroad, we offer a complete range of professional heritage services.

We have offices in Salisbury, Maidstone, Sheffield and Edinburgh (Coastal & Marine).

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Archaeological Reports

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A selection of our technical reports are available from our reports section.

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What is Archaeology?

Roman pot with coinsArchaeology is all about people: past, present and future. It opens up the past … It contributes to a sense of place, community, identity and pride, and enhances our appreciation of the environment in which we live – of what is important and why.

Sue Davies OBE
Chief Executive