Dear all,
I hope that this is OK to post here..... I am looking for some assistance with a caving project currently being undertaken.
My name is Charlie Enright and I am an archaeologist from the Dyfed Archaeology Trust, based in Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire (You can read more about us here http://www.dyfedarchaeology.org.uk/ ).
The Dyfed Archaeological Trust is one of four Welsh Archaeological Trusts, each of whom maintain a regional Historic Environment Record (HER). Each HER provides a comprehensive catalogue of archaeological and historical sites and finds of all periods throughout their particular region in Wales. As our name suggests, our HER is relevant to the former county of Dyfed in South-West Wales encompassing Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion.
We have been approved by Cadw to undertake a HER enhancement programme for caves in South-West Wales. Phase 1 has already been completed by a former colleague, which essentially involved an audit of our HER. In doing so we significantly enhanced the record and improved the representation of caves as an archaeological resource within South-West Wales.
We are now moving in to Phase 2 of the project in which we hope to undertake a non-invasive field assessment of a select number of sites. Our field visits will primarily focus on Castlemartin, Caldey Island and Carreg Cennen Castle.
What I am looking for is cavers that are familiar with these areas that may be able to offer some guidance and advice.
If anyone is interested in hearing more and thinks they may be prepared to help then please feel free to email me directly on c.enright@dyfedarchaeology.org.uk.
Many Thanks,
Charlie
I hope that this is OK to post here..... I am looking for some assistance with a caving project currently being undertaken.
My name is Charlie Enright and I am an archaeologist from the Dyfed Archaeology Trust, based in Llandeilo in Carmarthenshire (You can read more about us here http://www.dyfedarchaeology.org.uk/ ).
The Dyfed Archaeological Trust is one of four Welsh Archaeological Trusts, each of whom maintain a regional Historic Environment Record (HER). Each HER provides a comprehensive catalogue of archaeological and historical sites and finds of all periods throughout their particular region in Wales. As our name suggests, our HER is relevant to the former county of Dyfed in South-West Wales encompassing Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion.
We have been approved by Cadw to undertake a HER enhancement programme for caves in South-West Wales. Phase 1 has already been completed by a former colleague, which essentially involved an audit of our HER. In doing so we significantly enhanced the record and improved the representation of caves as an archaeological resource within South-West Wales.
We are now moving in to Phase 2 of the project in which we hope to undertake a non-invasive field assessment of a select number of sites. Our field visits will primarily focus on Castlemartin, Caldey Island and Carreg Cennen Castle.
What I am looking for is cavers that are familiar with these areas that may be able to offer some guidance and advice.
If anyone is interested in hearing more and thinks they may be prepared to help then please feel free to email me directly on c.enright@dyfedarchaeology.org.uk.
Many Thanks,
Charlie