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Would you like to learn the basics of Archaeological Excavation?

In Ireland?

In the unique geological and archaeological landscape of the Burren in western Ireland?

Yes? Then this is your chance!

A limited number of places have been made available at the Caherconnell Archaeological Field School in July & August 2011.  Sign up now and come along to explore Ireland’s ancient past, whilst learning the techniques and skills necessary to excavate an archaeological site from highly experienced experts from the academic and consultancy sectors (Archaeological directors: Dr. Michelle Comber, National University of Ireland Galway, and Graham Hull, TVAS Ireland Ltd.).

“It is difficult if not impossible to dig at Caherconnell and NOT find artefacts”

We have an excellent staff/student ratio of 1:4.

This field course will run for two weeks, on various dates during July and August 2011, Monday – Friday. Places are limited to 20, and will be allocated on a ‘first-come, first-served’ basis, so don’t miss out – sign up now!

Fee for the two week field course: €1700
This covers

- Hostel accommodation in the village of Kilfenora, Co. Clare, for the two weeks of your course
- Breakfast, lunch tea, coffee, snacks at 11am and 4pm, and dinner each evening, on each course day
- To see what you will learn click here.
- Transport to and from site, Monday – Friday
- A guided tour of the Burren on the Saturday after the first week of your course
- Covering for the dig site to allow the school to continue in inclement weather*
- Administration and on-site insurance
- Dinner will be provided for those arriving in Kilfenora before 10p.m. on the night before the course begins

*It can rain on up to 75% of days, in August, in Ireland. As you can see a covered dig site is vital, in order, to get the maximum value from your course.

Application forms should be submitted here, as early as possible. A fully refundable application fee of 100 euro is payable with each booking. A booking fee of 40% should be paid once a place has been offered, and the balance no later than 10 weeks before the course begins. Once your application has been accepted we will contact you to arrange payment.

Participants are responsible for pre and post-dig travel arrangements to and from Kilfenora, Co. Clare, (daily travel to and from the dig site is included in the cost) and their own activities on each Sunday. Please be aware that archaeological excavation is a physical activity, and some degree of fitness and mobility is required. An up-to-date tetanus immunisation is recommended before participating in any fieldwork. Participants must supply their own 4” pointing/excavation trowel (see links), work gloves, and suitable clothing and footwear for Ireland’s mild, but often wet, climate!
All other excavation equipment will be provided.