Research, Articles & Surveys
Archaeological Surveys undertake research on a range of sites mainly within Wiltshire, we also produce a number of articles relating to commercial geophysical work and other aspects of geophysical surveys, archaeology, history as well as general articles relating to our business. These are located under Research and notices.
We also provide a number of summaries relating to important archaeological sites where we have carried out geophysical survey. We also include archaeological backgrounds and references. These can be found under Surveys.
Many of our commercial reports can be found in the ADS Library as a requirement of a Written Scheme of Investigation and in adherence to Standards and Guidance.
It is also possible to search all articles and survey summaries.
Unsurprisingly, the village of Castle Combe in Wiltshire owes part of its name to an unusual motte and bailey castle situated on a spur of limestone close to the village. Although no excavation has taken place at the site, it is generally thought that most of the earthworks and masonry date to the 'anarchy period' of the twelfth century.
During fieldwork carried out in the parish of Pillerton Priors in Warwickshire, a high status Roman building was located. The villa is an important find in the region where few high status Roman sites are known.