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Cost: check2026/2027

UK: Herefordshire Excavation (IFR)

Discover the cultural landscapes of southwest Herefordshire as you join our field school in exploring the rich prehistoric and medieval history of this borderland region between England and Wales. In this unique program, you’ll split your time between two fascinating sites and time periods. Unearth the secrets of Neolithic activity at Arthur’s Stone, a 5,000-year-old megalithic tomb that reveals the sophisticated rituals and craftsmanship of early settlers in Britain. At Snodhill Castle, you’ll

CountryUnited Kingdom
RegionCourt House, Hereford Hr3 6Aw, United Kingdom
PeriodPrehistoric, Neolithic Archaeology
Dates / season2027 dates TBD, but anticipated to be similar to 2026 dates
StatusListed on AFOB
TypeField School
Application deadlineFebruary 1, 2027
CostUnknown, ask the project
Minimum age18
Academic credit8 semester (12 quarter)
AccommodationOur campsite is the cricket field in Dorstone village, which we have exclusive use of during the fieldwork period. There is a pavilion with showers and toilets, and another building used as a kitchen. During the fieldwork period we also have a large marquee for dining and social space, and at the bo
Last checked2026-10-16

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