News

23.07.26

Archaeologists Uncover Georgian Artefacts Beneath One of Austen’s Favourite Ballrooms

During restoration work at the National Trust's Bath Assembly Rooms, our team unearthed some reminders of the fashions and fads of the 18th century.

Ian Dunn, Wessex Archaeology's Chair, stands in a garden, looking at the camera and smiling

23.07.26

Welcome to our new Chair, Ian Dunn

Ian has led organisations from small start-ups to global enterprises. As Chair, he will draw on his varied experiences to support us in delivering our 2035 Strategy and ensure strong governance in directing the affairs of the charity.

Recording Pottery looking down a microscope

16.06.22

From Field to Finds

14.06.22

Festival of Archaeology ‘Journeys into Heritage’ Art competition

Woad used for dyeing clothes blue during Anglo-Saxon period

09.06.22

Looking for a 1000-year-old blue

19.05.22

Museums & Heritage Show 2022

18.05.22

Archives and Aggregates

17.05.22

Making a Medieval Seal

Iron Age reconstruction as part of the Moors at Arne Coastal Change project

13.05.22

Investigating the past for sustainable futures

12.05.22

Heritage Feel Good Pack

10.05.22

Welcome to our new Senior Project Officer

09.05.22