The Council for British Archaeology encourage nominations for the 2023 Marsh Community Archaeology Awards

The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) and Marsh Community Trust have opened nominations for the 2023 Marsh Community Archaeology Awards. The nomination period will close at midnight on 28 May 2023.

These awards showcase excellence in archaeology, celebrating the passion and dedication of individuals and the outstanding contribution of archaeology projects which create social, cultural and environmental benefit.

The awards comprise four categories:

• Community Archaeologist of the Year, recognising an individual volunteer or professional who is going above and beyond their role to contribute to community archaeology.
• Community Archaeology Project of the Year, recognising and promoting the results of research and/or fieldwork led by community groups which have made a substantial contribution to knowledge and wellbeing.
• Young Archaeologist of the Year, awarded a young person under the age of 18 who has made an outstanding contribution to community archaeology or a youth engagement project. 
• Youth Engagement Project of the Year, for a project that has made an outstanding contribution to archaeology and youth engagement, ensuring that the participation of young people was central to the delivery of the work. 

Details and further guidance for nomination, as well as nomination forms, can be found here.

Shortlisted nominees will be invited to attend an in-person awards ceremony at the closing event of the 2023 Festival of Archaeology on Sunday 30th July.

Last year’s award winners included:

• Andrew Mayfield, a Community Archaeologist with the Royal Parks in Greenwich and Kent County Council
• Uncovering Roman Carlisle: a community excavation which centred around the site of a Roman bathhouse and provide a unique opportunity for residents to connect with the Roman history of the city.
• Jack Goodchild, a YAC member and Cub Scout who recently achieved his archaeology badge, and is particularly interested in the Incas, Mayans and World War 2.
• The Stiances Archaeology Project, Newick Primary School’s annual archaeological project.

The Council for British Archaeology is delighted to partner with the Marsh Charitable Trust in delivering the Marsh Community Archaeology Awards. The Trust supports organisations and people who make a difference within the charity sector.