Stonehenge’s Altar Stone is not Welsh
New research suggests that the largest “bluestone” at Stonehenge, known as the Altar Stone, may not originate from Wales as previously believed.
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Welcome to CBA Wales
Welcome to the new website of the Council for British Archaeology Wales. If you have any comments or wish to contribute in any way you can use the form on the Contacts page.
The Council for British Archaeology Wales is a charity that serves to promote interest in the historic environment of Wales and to bring together those interested in Welsh archaeology. Its membership is open to individuals and societies. Details of how to join and the benefits of membership can be found on the Membership page. It is one of twelve regional groups of the national organisation, the Council for British Archaeology. CBA Wales campaigns for the local heritage of Wales and supports local groups such as the Young Archaeologists Club. More details of CBA Wales can be found on the About page of this website.
This website has been designed to provide information about the group and to provide a forum for the dissemination of information on archaeology in Wales. We welcome new posts that can be included in our Blog.
A large amount of archaeological information is available online. The Resources pages have been split into two parts, Online Resources and Societies. The Online Resources provide a quick guide with links to some of the major sources of information. The Societies page provides links to societies and local community groups who hold their own programmes of activities and can provide local knowledge and support.
The publications of CBA Wales, our Newsletter and Archaeology in Wales can be accessed on this website. The full contents of the bi-annual Newsletter can be viewed and downloaded in full while the contents pages of the journal Archaeology in Wales can be viewed. Some back numbers of the journal are available to purchase.
We are continuously adding more material to the website, so please let us know if you have any comments or wish to contribute in any way.
Archaeology Day and CBAW AGM
CBA Wales – CPAT Joint meeting
Bookings for this meeting open on 2 October. Bookings are made via Eventbrite and the booking form can be accessed by following the “More details…” link below.
CBA Wales AGM
The CBA-Wales AGM will take place 12:00 to 12:30 during the course of this Archaeology Day. Important aspects of the operation of CBA Wales, including the election of Committee members will take place. This is important and all members are encouraged to attend this AGM. Further details will be circulated to CBA Wales members prior to the meeting.
Featured Posts
Gower Treasure Trove
Two significant treasure finds have been unearthed on the Gower Peninsula, comprising a medieval gold finger-ring and a post-medieval silver seal-matrix.
Hillforts of Iron Age Wales
Dr Toby Driver is renowned for his aerial photography and his interpretation of archaeological sites in Wales. This new book brings together his insightful and beautiful photographs, backed up by his extensive knowledge of Welsh archaeology.
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Archaeology Day and CBAW AGM
September 24, 2023
This is advance information about the meeting on 11 November organised by
Evidence for the earliest structural use of wood at least 476,000 years ago
September 21, 2023
In a ground breaking discovery, archaeologists have unearthed an ancient wooden structure
Suspended sentence for man who damaged 4,500-year-old monument
August 31, 2023
Julian Baker, a 52-year-old man from Wales, has been penalized for deliberately
Accessing Archaeology Online Free Workshop
August 31, 2023
Accessing Archaeology Online: Challenge the ADS! The workshop is a hands-on session that
Ancient Gold Coins Discovered in Wales
August 18, 2023
A remarkable archaeological find has been made in Wales, where metal detectorists
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Archaeology in the News
Archaeology in the News 11
This set of news extracts includes prehistoric diet, Roman forts and the earliest know map, all recently in the national and international media. Citations and acknowledgements can be found in the source publications. Welsh archaeological news is dealt with elsewhere.
Archaeology in the News 10
Another set of articles on diverse topics have been published in the national and international media in the last week or so. The subjects have often been covered in different sources but this set can act as a doorway.
Archaeology in the News 9
From the Stonehenge tunnel controversy to prehistoric child’s sandals. A lot has been happening in Archaeology in UK and internationally.
Join CBA Wales
Join us now to promote archaeology in Wales and to contribute to its future. Share knowledge and experience the benefits of membership.
Volunteer for Digs
Each year many excavations take place throughout Wales which welcome volunteers. This is our “job centre” for digs.
