Field School · Learn in the landscape
Step into the field.
Change how you
see a site.
An intensive hands-on experience exploring archaeological sites, observing their surroundings and developing practical research skills.
Setting
Archaeological landscapes
Approach
Intensive practical learning
2027 details
Dates & arrangements to be announced
Experience the questions on site
Look. Measure.
Question. Interpret.
Fieldwork brings the relationship between monuments, horizons and sky into immediate focus. Learn through observation, practical work and discussion with others in the landscape.
Learning through practice
✓ Observe monuments within their landscape setting.
✓ Develop practical approaches to measurement and recording.
✓ Consider uncertainty and the limits of the evidence.
✓ Connect observations with wider archaeological questions.
Building on our field teaching
A shared experience
in a remarkable landscape.
The Academy’s 2026 Field School took place in Cranborne Chase. The 2027 location, duration, programme and practical arrangements will be confirmed in the booking information.
Before booking, check travel, accommodation, meals, access arrangements, physical demands and what equipment you need to bring.
Before you begin
Your questions, answered.
Do I need to be an experienced researcher?
Entry guidance will be published with the final programme. Tell us about your background if you are unsure about suitability.
Is accommodation included?
The 2027 booking information will specify exactly what is included. Do not assume travel, accommodation or meals are part of the fee.
Can I combine this with online study?
Yes, the Field School offers a practical complement to online learning. Check the final programme and any package arrangements.
Can you advise about access requirements?
Please contact us before booking to discuss your needs. Activities and terrain will be described in the final practical information.
Your next step
Interested in joining us in the field?
Ask about the 2027 Field School and the practical arrangements as they become available.
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Find the experience that fits you.
Our courses and experiences offer different starting points. They are not a compulsory sequence.