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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · 24d

Did someone mention Withington? Read more in our Transactions about Roman finds at Withington and an archaeological evaluation undertaken there by Channel 4 Television’s Time Team
programme #MosaicMonday www.bgas.org.uk/tbgas_bg/v12...

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Society For Museum Archaeology @socmusarch.bsky.social · Sep 18

It could be YOUR project or organisation - you just have to apply by 30th September - not in it .....can't win it!! socmusarch.org.uk/sma-awards-2...

Two cartoon men on a staircase passing a gold cup up from one to the other

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Sep 2

Our 2025-26 programme of FREE lectures has been published for venues in both Bristol and Gloucester - find out more here: www.bgas.org.uk/category/news

News

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Aug 29

We are aware that our website is not loading - our service provider is working to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Aug 1

Our Library move is complete and we have re-opened! All access details are here: www.bgas.org.uk/resources/bg...

The Library

Discover our range of specialist books and periodicals on archaeology, architecture, history, geography and local studies.

www.bgas.org.uk

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Society For Museum Archaeology @socmusarch.bsky.social · Jul 25

Last day to submit a proposal today!! Go on you know you want to!!

Society For Museum Archaeology @socmusarch.bsky.social · Jul 16

Still plenty of time to submit a proposal for our Conference in November - Deadline is 25th July - don't forget we pay speaker expenses to be there, there are also options to present remotely or by pre-record. Check out all the details on our website at socmusarch.org.uk/conference/

Conference & Awards | Society for Museum Archaeology

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Jul 4

This discovery and excavation are the subject of our afternoon session tomorrow (5th July) at the
@BrisGlosArchSoc
symposium in Cirencester. Online tickets (£6 plus booking fee) are still available to book here: eventbrite.com/e/archaeolog...

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Jul 4

www.theguardian.com/science/2025...

Detectorist’s Roman swords find unearths iron age settlement in Gloucestershire

When Glen Manning discovered two cavalry swords, a later dig revealed two distinct chapters of British history

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Jun 30

Our in-person tickets are now all SOLD OUT ....but you can still book to attend online . Book via Eventbrite here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/archaeolog...

Archaeology in Gloucestershire 2025

A Bristol and Gloucestershire Archaeological Society Symposium

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · May 16

Bookings are now open for 'Archaeology in Gloucestershire 2025: A Bristol and Gloucestershire Archaeological Society Symposium'
July 5, 2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Corinium Museum, Cirencester. #Archaeology www.bgas.org.uk/events/event...

An image of one side of the Jupiter Column capital that once stood in the centre of Roman Corinium . It features Bacchus.

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Gail Boyle FMA FSA @boyleg.bsky.social · May 16

Three separate finds....parts of the same object? All from a similar area in South Gloucestershire reported by finders to @findsorguk.bsky.social and acquired by Bristol Museum #FindsFriday finds.org.uk/database/art... and finds.org.uk/database/art... and finds.org.uk/database/art...

A decorated silver D-shaped buckle ring to the right with a silver gilt, garnet and blue glass pin and plate with rivets to the left and a large black question mark in the middle.

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Andrew Armstrong @andyrpglevum.bsky.social · May 6

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · May 3

This year's presidential meeting (members only) will be hosted by John Stevens. It will consist of a walking tour of Bristol taking in three historic sites. www.bgas.org.uk/news/save-th...

UPDATE 3/5/25 Save the Date! 21 June 2025: BGAS Presidential meeting hosted by John Stevens.

This year’s presidential meeting (members only) will be hosted by John Stevens. It will consist of a walking tour of ...

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · May 3

TEMPORARY BGAS LIBRARY CLOSURE

The temporary closure of the BGAS library has now begun.
The library is due to re-open in early July - we have asked for book return dates to be extended to 1 August 2025. www.bgas.org.uk/resources/bg...

The Library

Discover our range of specialist books and periodicals on archaeology, architecture, history, geography and local studies.

www.bgas.org.uk

Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Apr 25

Call to arms - what can you share about, or in, our local museums???

Society For Museum Archaeology @socmusarch.bsky.social · Apr 25

Calling all followers! There are multiple archaeology theme days - we'd really like to connect via #MuseumMonday and amplify archaeological content too. It might be events, projects, displays, volunteers, research - post it, tag us and we'll promote what we can #archaeology #museums

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Society For Museum Archaeology @socmusarch.bsky.social · Apr 25

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Apr 9

Volunteering Opportunity: From Store to Store: Uncovering Gloucester’s Archaeological Treasures. Volunteers being sought at the end of April to help sort, re-box and consolidate archaeological archives in Gloucester. www.bgas.org.uk/news/volunte...

Volunteering Opportunity From Store to Store: Uncovering Gloucester’s Archaeological Treasures

Cotswold Archaeology (CA), working with the Museum of Gloucester, are looking for volunteers to help sort, re-box and consolidate the ...

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Gail Boyle FMA FSA @boyleg.bsky.social · Mar 22

Calling all students and those that lecture them! Spread the word - if you're studying in the UK and passionate about archaeology, you can now become a student member of the Council for British Archaeology for just £5. www.archaeologyuk.org/support-us/j...

Poster with list of benefits and images of young people with a QR code and hyperlink.

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Mar 22

TEMPORARY BGAS LIBRARY CLOSURE

The BGAS library will be closed during May and June 2025, as the collection is to be moved by the University of Gloucestershire from their Hardwick Admin Centre to Frances Close Hall campus. See www.bgas.org.uk/resources/bg...

The Library

Discover our range of specialist books and periodicals on archaeology, architecture, history, geography and local studies.

www.bgas.org.uk

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Feb 28

It's #FindsFriday so here's a spectacular treasure find! The Woolaston Hoard of Bronze Age gold ornaments found in 2013 and reported to @findsorguk.bsky.social - explore 3D models and read the full report here finds.org.uk/database/art...

Set of small gold bracelet like objects nestled inside each other Rights Holder: The British Museum CC License.

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Bristol & Gloucestershire Archaeological Society @bgas150.bsky.social · Feb 18

Our Transactions are a mine of information - for #TombTuesday we'd like to share Alan Saville's presidential address 'Anatomising an Archaeological Project – Hazleton Revisited'. www.bgas.org.uk/tbgas_bg/v12...

Black and white photo showing people removing turf from the top of a low mound in a field. Photo: Alan Saville

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Dr Alan Montgomery @classicalalan.bsky.social · Feb 17

Hidden in Spoonley Wood near Winchcombe, Gloucestershire are the remains of a Roman villa. It was excavated and heavily restored in the 1880s, but since then nature has returned. Today, its mosaic floor is protected only by a tarpaulin and overgrown corrugated iron shelter #MosaicMonday

The overgrown ruins of Spoonley Wood Roman villa, with a corrugated iron sheet over some of the remains.

A heavily restored Roman mosaic. Although it is rather muddy, a pattern of red and black tiles can be seen, with a circular motif inside a square frame.

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Andrew Armstrong @andyrpglevum.bsky.social · Dec 2

So this went public about a year ago. A great film 😁 about a great street in a great city www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/secrets-of-w...

Secrets of Westgate Street - A new film celebrating the historic ‘beating heart’ of Gloucester - Gloucester History Festival

A new film celebrating Westgate Street, the historic 'beating heart' of Gloucester.

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Prof Janina Ramirez @drjaninaramirez.bsky.social · Jan 14

Have you heard about our digital festival?!?! A way to get your history fix without leaving the comfort of your home. It’s an absolute bargain too!! Enjoy xxxx

www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/winter-warme...

Winter Warmer Digital Festival 2025 - Gloucester History Festival

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Drakon Heritage and Conservation @drakonheritage.bsky.social · Feb 7

Looking for something to do this weekend? Pick up the latest issue @archaeologyuk magazine. Along with other fabulous content, you can read all about Pieta's conservation career (so far....) on page 52! #archaeologylife #archaeology #archaeologicalconservation

Raksha Dave @rakshadigs.bsky.social · Feb 7

Very pleased to receive a copy of this months #BritishArchaeology magazine. I’ve been busy editing this for the past few weeks. There are some amazing features and archaeological stories a big thanks to @neilhenty.bsky.social who has put up with my front cover arty whims #Archaeology 🏺

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