AiM would like to thank Ian and Phil at Northycote for their help and support both setting up and clearing away after the Community Archaeology Event.  It was amazing that so many people came along and participated in the event even though it rained so heavily; thank you to those people who did.

Thank you to AiM members for both volunteering their time and all their hard work in such awful wet weather.  The event was a great success.

Due to the success of the Community Dig Event last year we will be offering another Community Dig Event at Northycote Farm again this year on Sunday 28 July.  This year we have registered our event, which has been approved, with the CBA Festival of Archaeology 2019.

The  community archaeology event is taking place on a field so please take note of the following suggestions for items you may need with you: 

• Sun cream
• Sun hat
•  Something to cover up with
• Umbrella for shade/rain
• Plenty of water to drink
•  Waterproof clothing
• Warm clothing
•  Sensible shoes - NO open toed sandals or similar 

Hope to see you on the 28 July 2019!

Thanks for a great day!

AiM would like to thank all members of the community who came along to the AiM Archaeology Community Event at Northycote Farm today (21 July 2018).

We hope you enjoyed your time with us - it was great to meet you all!

We would also like to thank the manager and staff at Northycote for their help and support along with the Archaeology and Historic Environment Officer, Wolverhampton, for her help and support.

Finally, 'thank you' to AiM members for their time and help today.

The day was a great success, and we hope to repeat it in the future!

Archaeology in Mind - AiM - is offering an opportunity for members of the community to participate in an archaeological dig. No previous experience is required - we will show you how!

This is a free event, so please come along and have a go!

You might want to bring your own gloves but all other equipment will be provided (for more information about suggested items you may need to bring with you on the day, please see below). Please ensure that your Tetanus inoculations are up-to-date.

Children are encouraged to come along, but must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult at all times. 

Northycote Farm has free car parking, and on-site café and toilets!

The event takes place on:

Saturday 21 July 2018, 11am to 3pm, at:

Northycote Farm, 

Underhill Lane,

WV10 7JF

Further Information

This community archaeology event is taking place in a field, so please note the following suggested items that you may need to bring with you on the day:

• Sun cream
• Sun hat
• Something to cover up with
• Umbrella for shade/rain
• Plenty of water to drink
• Waterproof clothing
• Warm clothing
• Sensible footwear - no open-toed sandals or similar (preferably sturdy boots or trainers)

Please Note: Should we experience extremely heavy rain on the day, please check our Wesbsite or Facebook page, as the event may have to be cancelled.

We hope to see you on the 21st July 2018!

Update

We are looking forward to 21st July and hope the weather stays fine for the event!

Please be aware that in order to allow everyone a chance to experience various aspects of the excavation a timed rota system might be introduced depending on numbers attending on the day.

We hope to see you there!