British Archaeology Back Issue 207 Mar/Apr 2026

What’s in this issue

From the Director
What new planning policies mean for archaeology and heritage in England.

News
A round-up of the latest digs, discoveries and developments from across the UK.

The World in Antiquity
From peatland preservation to the Baltinglass hillfort cluster and more.

Roman and Pre-Conquest Lancaster
New discoveries are reshaping our understanding of Castle Hill.

Succession and Indifference
Exploring Wiltshire’s white horses and making the case for their protection.

Exploring Nesscliffe
Uncovering complex defences, later reworking, and unexpected ritual life.

Watergrove
Rochdale’s sunken village begins to reveal its secrets.

My Archaeology
New editor Anna Sharples shares her archaeological journey.

Sharp Focus
Game of Love: Elvaston Castle Country Park.

Reviews
Featuring High Pasture Cave, Hidden Figures of the South West, and These Divided Isles.

Casefiles
Casefile 84: Liverpool Street Station.

Archaeology Active
The Farming Rathcroghan Project.

Archaeology 8–25
Unearthing futures for young people.

Young Archaeologists’ Club
Try your hand at making a traditional “tussy-mussy” to ward off illness.

Archaeology Now
Introducing the theme of this year’s Festival of Archaeology.