A major research facility, probably the largest collection of late- and post-medieval finds in the North of England: a unique regional and national resource.
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May 31
My new book Pilgrim Souvenirs… brings together years of research into devotional objects from the River Wear in Durham City.
It's now available at the Museum of Archaeology @DUThingsToDo and via Amazon (embedded QR code).🎶 Kaazoom via Pixabay
#Pilgrimage #Archaeology #Durham
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RiverWearArchaeology retweeted
May 29
The Alfred Jewel, Ashmolean Museum, Oxford.
Extraordinary craftsmanship, enduring mystery, and a tangible link to Alfred’s England.
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May 29
Sunny day in #Durham today and lots of visitors at #DurhamCathedral too!
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Bamburgh, Northumberland. May sunshine and sea pinks in bloom! Love the contrast of these delicate flowers against the rugged coast and the castle in the distance.
#BamburghCastle #SeaPinks #Northumberland #SpringWatch
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Fox News Digital reports the decades-long mystery of the Archbishop of Canterbury hoard is finally solved — with the full story revealed in my new book.
From discovery in the River Wear to how it got there, a remarkable chapter in Durham’s history...
foxnews.com/travel/archaeolo…
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RiverWearArchaeology retweeted
Apr 21
Today, the #IMEMSSpotlight is on Gary Bankhead! 🔍
Find out more about Gary's latest publication, Pilgrim Souvenirs, Devotional and Other Objects of Faith (2025): diveintodurham.uk/publicatio…
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RiverWearArchaeology retweeted
Apr 18
Today’s World Heritage Day at Durham Castle now includes an expanded line‑up of talks, tours, stands & displays from 11am–4pm. Anne Allen talks at 2pm on 'World Heritage – life begins at 40'. Updated programme here: aasdn.org.uk/lectures.htm @DUThingsToDo @durhamcastle @DurhamWHS
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Wonderful week at Past Preservers, love to see our experts doing their thing!
Apr 15
What a way to end a trans-Atlantic voyage. The final talk of my series aboard MS Nieuw Statendam played to a packed World Stage. Such an engaged and generous audience. Huge thanks to everyone who came along, and to @HALcruises & @PPtravelexpert for letting me share my adventures.
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RiverWearArchaeology retweeted
Apr 15
Fantastic news for Sunderland ⚓
The Vedra Hylton Community Association has secured 2026 International Nautical Archaeology Foundation funding, enabling further underwater investigations at our Hylton 'Briggstones' & 'Roman' Offerton sites.
More info 👉 nauticalarchaeologysociety.o…
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Apr 15
What a way to end a trans-Atlantic voyage. The final talk of my series aboard MS Nieuw Statendam played to a packed World Stage. Such an engaged and generous audience. Huge thanks to everyone who came along, and to @HALcruises & @PPtravelexpert for letting me share my adventures.
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Apr 12
Huge validation for Offerton! The latest @archaeologyuk issue features our incredible Roman industrial hub on the River Wear. From 800 whetstones to rare stone anchors, this project, supported by @ArcDurham is rewriting history. A massive win for community-led archaeology! ⚓️r
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Since starting our partnership with @HALcruises last June, we’ve reached a new milestone: Four experts sailing the globe today!
A huge thank you to Sarah, Mike, Gary, & Fred for being such incredible ambassadors on the Noordam, Oosterdam, Nieuw Statendam, & Zaandam. #HAL
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Huge validation for Offerton! The latest issue features our incredible Roman industrial hub on the River Wear. From 800 whetstones to rare stone anchors, this project, supported by @ArcDurham is rewriting history. A massive win for community-led archaeology! ⚓️
Apr 3
The latest issue of British Archaeology is out 📖🏺
Inside: a volunteer-led investigation at Offerton, Creag Liath community dig, and how rewilding and the historic environment intersect. Plus: the launch of Heritage Crafts, the return of Spoilheap, & more!
Read the issue 👉 shorturl.at/EAujm
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It’s been a real team effort to tell this incredible objects story…
@durham_uni @ArcDurham @ArchandArch @DiveintoHistory @DUThingsToDo @durhamcathedral @GaryBankhead @FindsGroup
Mar 20
Marking St Cuthbert’s Day with a find from the River Wear: a late‑medieval pilgrim’s ampulla recovered during a dive beneath Elvet Bridge, Durham City. Stamped with a crowned ‘W’ and bearing distinct bite marks—material evidence of devotion and medieval pilgrimage...
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RiverWearArchaeology retweeted
Mar 20
Marking St Cuthbert’s Day with a find from the River Wear: a late‑medieval pilgrim’s ampulla recovered during a dive beneath Elvet Bridge, Durham City. Stamped with a crowned ‘W’ and bearing distinct bite marks—material evidence of devotion and medieval pilgrimage...
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Mar 20
🐍 Twin‑Headed Snake Buckle from the River Wear!
Here’s the moment I uncovered a post‑medieval twin‑headed snake buckle beneath the River Wear in Durham — lifted straight from the gravel and added to the growing Durham River Wear Assemblage.
More info: diveintodurham.uk/home.html
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Feb 19
Soaring over the ancient pines of Glenmore Forest… and then that moment when the Green Loch (An Lochan Uaine) appears—absolutely magical. 💚✨
The Cairngorms never disappoint.
#Cairngorms #GlenmoreForest #GreenLoch #ScotlandFromAbove #DroneFootage
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