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Finchale Priory
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Archaeology in Durham

These pages have been designed to allow you to access the archaeology of County Durham. It will also include any new and any up and coming events. It also has pages about all the projects were are involved in and the different ways you can be involved with archaeology.

Roman burial from Faverdale

Archaeology is the scientific study of historic or prehistoric peoples and their cultures by analysis of their artifacts, inscriptions, monuments, and other such remains. The main aim of the Archaeology Section is to protect, record, research and interpret the archaeology and built heritage of County Durham for the benefit of communities, students and visitors.

Archaeology Open Day 2005

Use the links below to find out more about Archaeology and Binchester Roman Fort:


You can also find out more about who the Archaeology Section are.