[Regia-NA] FW: The Archaeology of York - Web Series

[Nicholson, Andrew]

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York Archaeological Trust for Excavation and Research

The Archaeology of York - Web Series

http://www.yorkarchaeology.co.uk/ayw/index.htm 
 
York is one of Europe's premier historic cities, its archaeological remains
of Roman, Anglo-Saxon, Viking-Age and medieval date reflecting its national
and international role. Unusually, soil conditions favour the preservation
of organic remains. The 20 volume paper series, 'The Archaeology of York',
has, over the last 25 years, presented the archaeological discoveries and
their interpretation. 

The Web Series seeks to continue this tradition of academic excellence
through a new medium with the potential to reach a far wider audience than
would ever be possible through a paper academic publication. The following
reports are currently available; more will be added in the future. 

"Anglo-Scandinavian, Medieval and Post-Medieval Urban Occupation at 41-49
Walmgate, York, UK"
The Walmgate area has long been known as the industrial hub of medieval
York. This report covers excavations between August and October 2000 which
uncovered a complex sequence of buildings from Anglo-Scandinavian to modern
times and much evidence for metalworking and the daily life of residents.   
"Beyond the Walls of York: the Road to Hull" 
The former site of the D.C. Cook car showrooms in Lawrence Street was the
subject of an archaeological evaluation in 2001 and an excavation early in
2003. Roman ditches were identified and a few sherds of Anglian pottery
(8th/9th century) were found. The site appears to have been occupied from
the 12th century onwards and medieval features included a large boundary
ditch, a barrel-lined well and an oven. Investigation of plant and
invertebrate remains gave a rare view of rural conditions on the eastern
edge of York. 
  
"Anglo-Scandinavian and Roman remains at 28-29 High Ousegate, York" 
This excavation uncovered evidence of deposits of Roman to
Anglo-Scandinavian date. The Anglo-Scandinavian deposits included a number
of pits, dumped deposits, wattle fences and a stake- and post-built
structure, in addition to an exceptional collection of artefacts, well
preserved in the highly organic deposits. These artefacts provide evidence
for craft industries on the site including leather working, textile
production, antler working and horn working. 
 


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