CWR Archaeology Update

We’re back in action at Trench 1 and on a mission to extend the area, so we can safely excavate to a depth of 2m to reach the horizon of Roman archaeology. As the picture shows, the weather has decided to play tricks on us, and the team are working hard in very challenging conditions.…

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Unearthing Medieval Winchester

It’s getting exciting at our Central Winchester Regeneration site! Our team is hard at work in Trench 3, tackling the challenging task of excavating through thick layers of alluvial deposits to unveil the hidden medieval archaeology beneath!

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30 Years, 30 Sites: Tobacco Dock & Babe Ruth

In continuation of our celebration of PCA’s remarkable 30-year journey, we are thrilled to unveil another of the curated selection of groundbreaking sites that have defined our legacy over the past three decades.  This week, we present the unexpected discovery of a Roman bathhouse complex, the second largest found in London, along with a substantial late…

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CWR Open Day 2

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Happy 30th Birthday PCA!

. Introducing ’30 Years, 30 Sites’ In honour of our 30th anniversary we’ll unveiling a curated portfolio of the most remarkable and groundbreaking sites PCA has undertaken over the last 30 years.  Our journey through time begins with Tabard Square. Sometimes a single excavation can completely alter widely-held beliefs. At Tabard Square, our discovery of a…

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Feel the Magnetic pull of Archaeology at our Open Day!

Experience the thrill of discovery firsthand tomorrow at our Central Winchester Regeneration site Open Day – turn up anytime between 10am-4.30pm to see some of the artefacts revealed so far and tour the trenches. There will also be hands-on interactive activities for children in Abbey Gardens. Save the Date: Saturday 2 September Location: PCA gazebo…

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Hadrian’s Wall – Turret 3a

Scott Vance spoke about our thrilling discovery of Turret 3a to a full house at the Society of Antiquaries of Newcastle upon Tyne, as one of their monthly members’ lectures. Turret 3a is the first turret to be found in almost 40 years; excitingly this also means there may be more of the wall yet…

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CWR Volunteering

Our volunteering days at the Central Winchester Regeneration site are proving very popular!  . Sanjay (second from front) shared his positive and insightful experience on social media: Having watched Time Team for years, I decided to do a day of volunteering yesterday Pre-Construct Archaeology Limited in Winchester. Three learnings. 🏆 Something I had never done…

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Winchester Heritage Open Days 2023

As part of Winchester Heritage Open Days PCA will open the Central Winchester Regeneration site to the public between 12 noon and 2pm on weekdays for a talk/tour with poster displays and finds viewing. When: 8th-17th September, 12-2pm Where: Central Winchester Regeneration site, Winchester Bus Station yard, Busket Lane, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9BA Our investigation…

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CWR Open Day 2 September

Mark your calendars for Saturday September 2 and prepare to be immersed in history from 10am to 4.30pm! Our guided tours will explore Trench 1, where visitors to our first open day will be able to see the progress we have made. This will be followed by a visit to the newly opened Trench 3…

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