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The Archaeological Achievement Awards, coordinated by the Council for British Archaeology, celebrate the very best of archaeology across the UK and Ireland. On 28 November 2025, we gathered in the historic Great Hall at Queen’s University Belfast to celebrate the projects, people, and partnerships driving forward archaeological practice, participation, and innovation.

Today is World Mental Health Day, a moment to pause and reflect on how we look after ourselves and each other. At the Council for British Archaeology, we’ve been thinking about how archaeology can play a part in supporting wellbeing, helping us slow down, connect with others, and see the world around us in new ways.

Awaiting a Landmark Decision for Leicester's Heritage

This summer, the Festival of Archaeology 2025 invites you to pause, breathe, and discover how archaeology connects us - not just to the past, but to ourselves, to nature, and to our communities. From mindful collecting and family fun days, to yoga in ancient caves, this year’s programme is packed with events that remind us that archaeology isn’t just about digging into the earth, it’s about uncovering hidden stories, sparking curiosity, and even finding a little peace of mind.

The Council for British Archaeology’s Festival of Archaeology incorporates hundreds of in-person and virtual events showcasing the very best of archaeology across the UK, delivered by individuals, groups, institutions and commercial organisations.  

How do we give new life to historic buildings that have fallen out of use? In the first post of a new blog series, placement student Niamh Tobin explores what adaptive reuse means and how it can benefit communities, the environment, and our connection to the past.