Places of Memory and Meaning is a fun and interactive way to share and explore stories about places across the UK
If you had to choose one place or space that has meaning to you, what would it be and why?
Anyone can contribute, and we want to hear about places that are important to you. This might be a place where you regularly spend time with family, walk your dog or had a memorable holiday. It might be a place that made you feel happy, excited, or amazed, or perhaps a place connected to reflection or rest. You might choose somewhere you first engaged with archaeology or took part in some fieldwork or it might be a local heritage asset you see on your way to work each day. Your place will be unique to you and your experiences and it doesn't have to have a direct connection to archaeology and heritage.
Explore the map to discover the contributions collected so far before submitting your own place of memory and meaning.
Explore the Places of Memory and Meaning Map
With over 500 places to explore, we are sure there will be somewhere new for you to discover!
If you are inspired to visit any of the places you discover by searching the map, don't forget to let us know by tagging us on social media @archaeologyuk.
Submit your own place
The Places of Memory and Meaning map is now open for submissions, and we would love to hear from you. All you have to do is complete the form below and tell us about a place that has special meaning to you.
Our digital submission form allows you to share the details of your chosen location along with a short description of why this place has meaning to you. You can also submit up to two images, which could be photographs of the place, or a photo of a drawing or other creative activity inspired by the place.
If you are including images of people, please make sure you ask their permission before uploading.
When you are ready, you can make your submission by clicking on the button below:
More about Places of Memory and Meaning
Initial entries to the map were captured at a range of in-person events across the UK from 2023-2025. As a result, there may be a number of entries that do not include a story or comment about why they were chosen. These entries do include a note on when and where they were recorded. We have begun to add images to these entries where available. If you have a photograph that could be added to one of the entries that does not yet include any images, please contact [email protected].
The detailed map layers cover the UK and Ireland. While we do not have geographical data for the rest of the world, we have still included all of the places submitted.
The Map is hosted on the CBA's Archaeology Explore site, where you can also explore our Out and About Archaeology walks. These self-guided walks are designed to take you on an immersive journey through a place by following the trail in-person or exploring it digitally online.
Find out more about our Out and About Archaeology event, which takes place annually in May, by clicking on the link below.
Places of Memory and Meaning was developed as part of the CBA's 'Reconnecting Archaeology' project. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the project aims to help connect archaeology to a wider audience and to help break down barriers to engagement faced by marginalised groups and communities.
The Archaeology Explore site is hosted by Nautoguide, using their Geovey platform, an interactive mapping platform that allows people to build digital experiences on real-world maps. It enables you to follow curated trails, engage with audio and video content, and explore archaeology in a new and accessible way.