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Over 50 years of active archaeology in West Yorkshire

The Society actively studies, explores and records the archaeology of the Huddersfield area. It has been doing so since 1956, covering pre-history, the Roman and mediaeval periods and the archaeology of the recent past.
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A Winter Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month from October to March, attracting speakers from the top-rank of professional archaeologists and researchers. The illustrated talks are usually held at the Town Hall, Huddersfield; non-members are welcome.
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The Society publishes occasional booklets on work done and a regular Newsletter is issued free to members.

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As well as research and excavation work, the Society organises excursions and social activities. It has a library of specialist books and an extensive archive of the Society’s archaeological activities over the past 50 years. New members are encouraged to be involved in all the Society's activities; including exploration and excavations.

 

Director Dr Barry Hobson points out new finds at the recent Society dig at Slack Roman fort

Senior Archaeologist Tony Willmot explains the Chester dig to Society members .
 
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