Archaeology at the Orchard

Would you like to help open a ‘window on the past’?

Would you like to find out how an excavation is carried out?

This is an opportunity for you, your friends, family and neighbours to help us find out more about the people and history of the Donkey Lane Community Orchard site.

Working with South Oxfordshire Archaeology Group (SOAG) we will be digging out a series of test pits at the Orchard in December.

All volunteers will be guided through each stage so everyone can learn how an excavation is carried out and your test pit is dug to professional standards.

Even if you don’t dig, there are plenty of other essential roles that can be done whilst sitting and/or in short bursts and without getting too dirty! Anyone can join in; children are most welcome (accompanied by a parent or guardian).

The test pits will be excavated over 2 days Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th December 10am – 3:30pm. Numbers are limited so if you're interested in getting involved, please email Linda at greeningchinnor@gmail.com.

In the case of inclement weather, Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th will be a backup date.