NORTH DEVON ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Explore Local History
Members take part in all aspects of practical archaeology including geophysical surveys, earthwork surveys, excavation, fieldwalking, potwashing etc. and the Society has attempted to train members in all these areas whenever possible. Training days are also held on documentary research, flint identification, pottery identification, pottery drawing etc.
NDAS welcomes all new members, regardless of whether they have any previous knowledge of archaeology.
Upcoming Events
Sat 14th March, 2pm at Barnstaple Museum. 'St Petrock's Well - from mini-dig to geophys'
Presentation from Simon Carroll, looking into the unusual findings at St Petrock's Well.
17th Feb Dickon Perryman: ‘Recent work of the Portable Antiquities Scheme for Devon’
Dickon Perryman is the Finds Liaison Officer covering Devon for Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS)
About Us
Our Aims
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To promote awareness of, and interest in, archaeology and the historic environment with particular reference to northern Devon.
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To encourage field survey, recording, and research.
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To promote the preservation and interpretation of ancient monuments and antiquities in the region.
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Where appropriate and necessary, to excavate to professional standards and to publish the results of research.
NDAS was established in 1959, and for many years concentrated on providing lectures and visits for members. The society merged with North Devon Rescue, a campaigning organisation which had been instrumental in ensuring proper recording and excavation in the area, particularly during Barnstaple's major redevelopment in the 1980s.
The society continues to lobby and campaign for proper investigation and preservation of North Devon's physical heritage.
Members of NDAS are well placed to be involved in cutting-edge archaeological exploration, alongside both research and rescue organisations.
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