Clemency Cooper

The lecture will follow the AGM, which starts at 10am. Remember if you are a CBA member and you’re unable to attend the AGM in person, you can still take part by voting by proxy !!

Increasing human ecological impact over the Holocene (11,700 - 150 years ago) led to biodiversity gains in Europe.

Why? From ~8,500 years ago, the spread of farming created heterogeneous, habitat-rich landscapes that enhanced biodiversity.

Read our new paper: dx.doi.org/10.1111/geb....

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YouTube video by Leverhulme Centre for Anthropocene Biodiversity LCAB Christmas Lecture - Just Earth by Tony Juniper

Catch up on our sold out lecture with @tonyjuniper.bsky.social.

Tony reflects on environmental legacy, current climate challenges and social inequalities before considering how we might tackle some of these issues.

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Volunteering We keep you up to date with what is happening in British archaeology, whether you are looking to participate in a dig or volunteer.

Thinking about volunteering in archaeology or heritage?

We’ve just launched our brand new Volunteering page, bringing together placements, digs, and volunteering roles in heritage from across the UK. And the best part? Search by region to find opportunities near you! 👉

Archaeological Achievement Awards

🏆 Nominations are open for the @ArchaeologyUK #ArchaeologicalAchievementAwards!

Do you know an archaeologist, team, or project that deserves recognition? Find out more about the awards and how to nominate here 👉 shorturl.at/bC8AT

Organisational Membership Survey Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

🚨 Archaeology orgs, we need you!

We’re reviewing CBA Organisational Membership as part of #ReconnectingArchaeology, and your input will shape how we support groups of all sizes across the UK.

🗓 Complete the survey by 5 Sept for a chance to win a £200 voucher. 👉 surveymonkey.com/r/3CNC8SZ

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Archaeologists, historians, classicists: can your research into our past inform our future? The ‘Lessons from the Past’ (March ‘26) conference is looking for papers on tangible sustainability changes informed by human history lessonsfromthepast.info
@livancworlds.bsky.social #AcademicSky

Keen to be green? Caring about carbon? Historic England launch free Carbon Reduction Workshops for Heritage Organisations! - Heritage Network Historic England’s new Carbon Reduction Training for the Heritage Sector is open for workshop bookings today!

Keen to be green? Caring about carbon? You're in luck!

Historic England have launched new training workshops, covering 'How to Measure a Carbon Footprint', and 'How To Write a Carbon Reduction Plan'! Check out our Blogpost all about it for more: buff.ly/7wpe1ZA

Very interesting to consider when we think as archaeologists about landscapes and memory

August: Peatlands protection | News and features | University of Bristol

Our study further reveals the marvelous and often surprising complexity of our planet. It reminds me of how difficult it is to predict the future and how our own actions are creating a profoundly uncertain world and future.

Read more here: www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2025/au...

🚨 Aged 18 - 25 & passionate about heritage? Join our Youth Advisory Board!

Help shape a more inclusive, youth-led future for archaeology 🔍 No experience needed, just bring your insight, ideas & curiosity!

Find out more about the YABs, their work, and how to apply here 👉 shorturl.at/MxxO0

A woman wears a blue t-shirt with a University of Cambridge Museums logo, and holds up her hand in front of a display of drawn hands on paper, hanging up in front of the window of a shopping centre.

This week, I leave my role as Community Participation Coordinator @camunivmuseums.bsky.social Thank you to my colleagues in the University and wider community working tirelessly across the town-gown web. I've been a Cambridge resident for 20 years and never felt more connected with my local area.

Curious about archaeology but not sure where to start?

Join us on 13 September for Unearthing Futures, a FREE event created by young people, for young people at the Great North Museum: Hancock. Enjoy skills workshops, network, and have fun!

Travel + lunch covered 🍕

👉 shorturl.at/KYmHV

#Wetlands are among nature’s most powerful climate allies. Despite their immense value, wetlands remain in peril. As we look towards #COP30 please sign the letter linked below for the sake of #conservation, #biodiversity and #climate change action.
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Interested in studying archaeology at university? JOIN US in person or virtually on Monday 27th October 2025 at the British Academy bsky.app/profile/brit... to find out more about what it's like to study archaeology at university! More info and booking links here: linktr.ee/University_A...

Venus and Cupid by Shane A. Johnstone. Venus and Cupid Arts Trust, Morecambe. © Historic England Archive, Alun Bull

🎉 The Festival of Archaeology 2025 is here!🏺
To celebrate the role of open knowledge in wellbeing, we’re highlighting a selection of projects that showcase how archaeology can support personal and community wellbeing in diverse and meaningful ways.

🔗 To find out more visit: buff.ly/ltIPhVR

Thank you for your well wishes! I can't wait to get started.

Magical. Preserved handprints dispel the curtain of time.

Thank you! It's still sinking in but it's nice to start feeling excited for such a big change.

Thank you very much! 😊

Yes! A really interesting blend of natural and cultural heritage in an incredible landscape 😊

A footpath across a flat moor landscape with a grey cloudy sky. The text reads 'A new path #moorviews'

This #BogDay seems apt to announce that I am starting a PhD @york.ac.uk in September with @anthropocenebio.bsky.social and the Department of Archaeology. I will be researching the past ecology of the North Yorks Moors and using this evidence to explore views about the future landscape #MoorViews 🪧

We have one last surprise for #AskAnArchaeologist...

To keep the discoveries flowing & to celebrate #FestivalOfArchaeology, we’re unlocking the British Archaeology archives for ONE WEEKEND ONLY - totally OPEN ACCESS! 🔓👉 shorturl.at/7uZaD

Let us know what you uncover!

I found a cut gemstone in the gravel at a garden centre café aged 5. My grandparents handed it in to lost property but werre told that I could keep it. It was later set in a ring and it's still the best 'treasure' I ever found and one of my most prized possessions.

An inspiring term at primary school spent learning about the Romans, Anglo-Saxons & Vikings, with lots of story-telling, making and creativity. Combined with my love of Usborne history books, and sealed by a (smelly) visit to Jorvik!

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A mindful moment connecting with people past and present at tonight's @archaeologyuk.bsky.social #FestivalofArchaeology talk about bringing the prehistoric archaeology at Stanwick Lakes to life🏺

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#AskAnArchaeologist Day is on Bluesky this year! 🏺

Get your questions ready for this Friday, when tons of archaeologists will be on hand to answer your #archaeology queries.

@archaeologyuk.bsky.social

🏺 The 2025 #ArchaeologicalAchievementAwards are now open for nominations!

🎉 Help us celebrate the people & projects shaping archaeology across the UK & Ireland.

📅 Deadline: 3 Sept 2025

Start your nomination 👉 shorturl.at/NAQBZ
Join our clinics to find out more 👉 shorturl.at/A74pb