There will be a chance to see some of the finds from the project and ask the experts questions at the Kent County Show at Detling, 16th-18th July 2010.
The display about the excavations forms part of Kent County Council’s exhibition at the Show.
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24 MayMay Open Day a big dig success
Hundreds of people took time out to discover some of the secrets of east Kent’s past on Thanet’s big dig at the weekend.
Giving the thumbs up are 10-year-old Samuel Bordas, left, and his dad, Chris Smith, from Second Avenue, Cliftonville, who joined other volunteers working on the community excavation.
10-year-old Samuel Bordas, left, and his dad, Chris Smith, from Second Avenue, Cliftonville
Kent County Council principal archaeological officer Simon Mason said: “Everyone really enjoyed themselves. We were pleased that they had the chance to see their local heritage. I had lots of positive comments.”
The dig is the biggest in the country this year and has attracted more than 100 volunteers.
Another open day is planned in June before construction work begins in earnest on the East Kent Access road between Ramsgate and Sandwich.
12 MayArchaeology Road Shows at Broadstairs Library and Holiday Inn Express, Minster
Over the weekend of the 15th & 16th May locals in Broadstairs and Minster will have the chance to see some of the exciting discoveries archaeologists are making on the route of Kent County Council’s new East Kent Access Road between Richborough and Manston.
An archaeology ‘Roadshow’ will be held at Broadstairs Library on Saturday 15th May and at the Holiday Inn Express on Sunday 16th May. As well as a range of family orientated activities, some of the finds unearthed so far will be on display and there will be a small exhibition.
Archaeologist, David Crawford-White, who is the archaeology Outreach Officer for the road scheme, will have all the latest news. Members of the Trust for Thanet Archaeology and the Isle of Thanet Archaeological Society will also be on hand with advice and information.
David Crawford-White, said ‘previous roadshows have been really successful. This time I will also be talking about the Community Excavation that will run from May 10th until June 4th. The Excavation is next to the Minister Services and anyone over 8 years of age can join in. You just need to go the website and sign up.’
Mr Crawford White added ‘This is a great opportunity for local people to get involved in their heritage. One week of the Community Excavation is over the summer half-term and we hope that families will come along and everyone can join in and have a fun day out.’
The Broadstairs roadshow is between 9.00-16:30 on Saturday. The Minster roadshow is between 10.00-16.30 on Sunday. For further details on the archaeology community programme on free talks to local groups and organisations as well as visits to schools visit our Outreach pages.
Details of venues
Broadstairs Library
Date: Saturday 15th May
Venue: Broadstairs Library, The Broadway, Broadstairs CT10 2BS
Time: 9.00am – 4.30pm
Ramsgate in Thanet
Date: Sunday 16th May
Venue: Holiday Inn Express, Ramsgate-Minster, Tothill Street, Ramsgate in Thanet CT12 4AU
Time: 10.00am – 4.30pm
19 MarArchaeology Road Show in Margate and Broadstairs
On the weekend of 27th and 28th March, locals in Margate and Broadstairs will get the chance for a preview of the exciting discoveries archaeologists are making on the route of Kent County Council‘s new East Kent Access Road between Richborough and Manston.
An archaeology ‘Roadshow’ will be held at Margate Library on Saturday 27th March and outside Debenhams at the Westwood Cross Shopping Centre on Sunday 28th.
As well as range of family orientated activities, some of the finds unearthed so far will be on display and there will be a small exhibition. Archaeologist David Crawford-White, who is the archaeology Outreach Officer for the road scheme, will be on hand with the latest news.
On Sunday, Jennifer Jackson the Finds Liaison Officer of Kent County Council will also be there to identify unknown objects that people can bring along. Members of the Trust for Thanet Archaeology and the Powell-Cotton Museum will also be on hand with advice and information.
David Crawford-White, said ‘This is a great opportunity for local people to hear the latest news, to bring along those unknown objects and get them identified, meet local archaeologists and to see how they can get involved in archaeology.’
He added ‘We can also provide free talks to local groups and organisations as well as visits to schools and will be will running a community excavation later in the year.’
The road shows will be open between 09:00 and 16:30 each day.
For further details on the archaeology community programme and how to get involved visit our volunteers section.
Details of venues
Margate
Date: Saturday 27th March
Venue: Margate Library, Cecil Street, Margate
Time: 09.00 am-4.30 pm
Broadstairs
Date: Sunday 28th March
Venue: Westwood Cross Shopping Centre
Time: 09.00 am-4.30 pm
