Evaluation
Prior to the determination of a planning condition, local authorities often wish to clarify the extent, nature and the quality of archaeological deposits on a site. There are a number of methods which can be used to gain this information.
Non intrusive field surveys are sometimes used, normally on larger sites.
However the most common form of evaluation usually takes the form of trial trenching or test pitting. We will negotiate a suitable sample strategy with the local planning authority, designed to give the most effective indication of the surviving archaeological deposits within the client’s development framework.
All types of site
L – P : Archaeology has extensive experience in dealing with a wide variety of evaluations ranging from trial pits on urban sites to large rural evaluations involving hundreds of trenches.
Rapid, mobile team
We have an established field team capable of fast and efficient mobilisation to anywhere in the country. We provide all necessary tools, equipment, site welfare and health and safety requirements to complete the job, and have a wealth of experience working alongside site contractors in order to fit into a timetable.
High-tech recording methods
Our specially designed hybrid paper and digital recording system Ark enables the results of any evaluation to be accessible immediately, and these can be provided in a variety of digital formats tailored to suit the client’s requirements.
Well connected and efficient
Through our close relationships with local authorities, we can design evaluations to suit the client and ensure that they take place rapidly and efficiently within a given budget.