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‘Sustainability’ is a golden thread that informs planning decisions for development in the UK.

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.

If you’re searching for a last-minute gift for the archaeology enthusiast, look no further! We’ve gathered recommendations from our CBA staff. From practical tools to creative keepsakes, here are their top picks. 

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.

Share your story, insights, and discoveries with the wider archaeological community!

Zulfiya tells us all about herself and what she will be doing at the CBA, including bringing together personal stories of heritage through interactive storytelling.

Significant revisions to the national planning policy framework will have important repercussions for heritage with archaeological interest. Find out how the CBA is responding to the draft NPPF consultation, and how you can help us advocate for the historic environment.

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.

Debbie Frearson, our festival coordinator, shares her experience of uncovering a newly-discovered Roman mosaic near her home in Rutland, during the first Covid lockdown.