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Archaeolgical Excavation-Evaluation

If necessary, the desk-based assessment may have to be followed with a fieldwork evaluation. BaRAS has staff dedicated to this task and can respond quickly to a client’s needs to minimise any delays in the planning process.

Field evaluation consists of trial trenching or pitting to look at a representative sample of the archaeology on the site. By its very nature the evaluation will disclose the presence, or not, of archaeology and BaRAS will suggest a suitable mitigation stategy to satisfy the requirements of the planning authority.

At this stage we can coordinate specialist services such as geophysical surveys, environmental studies or conservation needs to produce a professional report for presentation to the planning authority.

Excavation

Where prior assessment and evaluation have disclosed a high potential for archaeology, before building work can proceed, a site excavation may be necessary as a condition of planning consent.

BaRAS provides a professional service from project design and fieldwork management, to report preparation, coordinating specialist input where required such as soil scientists, to produce a report ready for publication.

Historic Building Surveys

Most people think of archaeology as a buried resource, uncovered only when the ground is disturbed. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. Often, developments will involve the demolition or refurbishment of standing buildings, which may be of historic interest. Sometimes a developer may be required to assess the historic importance of a building or structure, even where it is not protected by current legislation.

BaRAS specialises in the assessment and survey of buildings of any age and can provide expert advice to developers. Our staff can unravel the complexity of a building or structure from castles and country houses to the humble nineteenth century worker’s dwelling.

Medieval (foreground) and 18th-century house walls, found in evaluation trenching behind properties on Victoria Street

Page updated: November 9th, 2004