Festival of Archaeology Funders, Sponsors and Collaborators

Historic England are the public body that helps people care for, enjoy and celebrate England's spectacular historic environment.

They protect, champion and save the places that define who we are and where we've come from as a nation. They care passionately about the stories they tell, the ideas they represent and the people who live, work and play among them.

Working with communities and specialists they share our passion, knowledge and skills to inspire interest, care and conservation, so everyone can keep enjoying and looking after the history that surrounds us all.

Website:

historicengland.org.uk/

Cadw is a Welsh word meaning ‘to keep’ or ‘to protect’. And that’s exactly what we do.

Cadw is the Welsh Government’s historic environment service. We are working for an accessible and well-protected historic environment for Wales.

Our Mission

Caring for our historic places, inspiring current and future generations.

Our work serves a greater purpose - protecting our historic places so they can continue to inspire generations to come. We look back in order that we can see ahead.

Our Vision

A Wales where our historic places are cared for, understood and shared by everyone.

Our historic places continue to play a vital role in shaping modern Wales. They provide a living link to our diverse histories and help us make sense our place in a changing world.

Website:

cadw.gov.wales/

Antiquity is a peer-reviewed journal of archaeology, founded by O.G.S. Crawford in 1927.

They publish the latest in archaeological research from across the world and on all periods, covering the earliest human origins to contemporary archaeological theory and everything in between.

Antiquity is owned by the Antiquity Trust, a registered charity.

Website:

antiquity.ac.uk/

The Royal Archaeological Institute is a registered charity that aims to support archaeology at all levels in the UK.

It was founded in 1844 and publishes the internationally-renowned Archaeological Journal.

The RAI plays an active role in UK heritage, providing research grants, collaborating on public policy, and advocating on pressing issues that impact the sector. Members play an active part in the Institute, with access to the Journal, lectures, annual conferences, newsletters, and meetings. The RAI is delighted to support the early careers award to encourage the next generation of archaeologists. Dr Penny Bickle is the early careers officer for the RAI and will be promoted to Professor of Funerary Archaeology at the University of York in October 2024.

Website:

royalarchinst.org/

Towergate is one of the UK’s leading independent insurance brokers and risk management advisors.

We are proud to offer clients access to the expert advice of our Archaeology & Heritage Division. A dedicated team whose remit is to tailor policies for museums, heritage sites and buildings, visitor attractions and all of the professions involved in this unique sector.

From consultants to conservators and archaeologists to archivists, our team has the right cover for you.

Website:

www.towergate.com/specialisms/heritage-insurance

CIfA is the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas.

We promote high professional standards and strong ethics in archaeological practice, to maximise the benefits that archaeologists bring to society. We are the authoritative and effective voice for archaeologists, bringing recognition and respect to our profession.

Website:

www.archaeologists.net/

The Historic Environment Division within the Department for Communities is the government lead on the historic environment of Northern Ireland.

We passionately believe that the historic environment is of value to us all and that we should all be able to enjoy it and participate in sustaining it. We believe that protecting and investing in our historic environment is essential to creating a better future, because it supports our prosperity, strengthens our society, and shapes our character.

Find out more about the events the Historic Environment Division are delivering for this year's Festival:

Bradford District is home to some of the most exciting museums and galleries in Yorkshire.

From the Baroque splendour of Cartwright Hall Art Gallery to the spectacular building of Keighley’s Cliffe Castle Museum, there is always something new to do or see, and admission is free!

Specialist museums like Bradford Industrial Museum and Bolling Hall Museum and Library bring our District’s history and heritage to life through ever-changing displays.

Website:

bradfordmuseums.org/

The Chester House Estate is a nationally significant heritage site, being one of the few places in the country which can demonstrate over 10,000 years of human activity.

The unique selling point of The Chester House Estate is summed up in the words "10,000 years of Northamptonshire’s heritage brought to life".

North Northamptonshire Council (formally Northamptonshire County Council) purchased the site in 2004 and secured grant funding through working with the National Lottery Heritage Fund to develop a sustainable visitor destination with access for the public to learn about the history and heritage, as well as becoming the location to house countywide archaeological finds.

The Chester House Estate is overseen by North Northamptonshire Council who have a clear vision on the future of the site.

Website:

chesterhouseestate.org/

As Europe’s largest conservation charity, the National Trust look after nature, beauty and history for everyone to enjoy.

They do it with the help of millions of members, volunteers, staff and donors. Without this, they couldn’t care for the miles of coastline, woodlands, countryside and the hundreds of historic buildings, gardens and precious collections they protect.

The CBA collaborates closely with the National Trust in various ways, from co-hosting events for the annual Festival of Archaeology to working on smaller joint projects. Together, we share a common goal: to help champion and care for our shared places. 

Website:

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

Website:

www.forestryengland.uk/