Online Storymap explores the archaeology of Borough Hill
MOLA team
24.07.2019
Take a scroll through our ArcGIS Storymap of Borough Hill to explore its history from the Palaeolithic to the present day.
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A walk through Digbeth’s history
MOLA Headland team
22.07.2019As archaeological excavations of Park Street burial ground for HS2 come to a close, MOLA Headland Community Engagement Officer, Andy Sherman, explores the hidden historical treasures of the immediate area in this blog. -
Geophysical survey uncovers new possibilities for the structure of Fotheringhay Castle
Steve Parry
18.07.2019A new survey undertaken by our MOLA Northampton team on behalf of the Castle Studies Trust has revealed new details about how Fotheringhay Castle near Peterborough may have developed from a small motte and bailey into the favoured seat of generations of royalty. -
Winning hearts and minds in favour of well-planned economic and housing growth
Tony Curtis
15.07.2019Sustained economic growth and building enough houses to meet demand are critical to the country’s future. Yet proposals for growth are so often met with fierce local opposition and resultant indecision. Professor Tony Curtis, considers this and what can be done to smooth the way for much needed housing development. -
Digital recording: Advancing archaeological practice for HS2
MOLA Headland team
12.07.2019Recording of archaeological data during an excavation is traditionally captured using paper record sheets. Working with a specialist software company, our MOLA Headland data experts developed an app-based digital recording system.