Saints & Secrets: the Lost History of Leiston Abbey

The DigVentures Summer 2013 excavation is now open! Come and dig for a day, a weekend, a week, or the whole fortnight – or support the project and be a part of our team from wherever you are. We’ll teach you everything you need to know if you’re a beginner, and add to your skill set if you’re already on your way with field knowledge.

Can’t make it to site this summer? Never fear! We will be broadcasting live from the trenches again, and you can experience the thrill of discovery alongside the archaeologists.

Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to support the first ever full programme of research and excavation on the amazing site of Leiston Abbey!

Our crowdfunded project: Saints & Secrets

DigVentures is your chance to work with the archaeology A-team and be part of truly groundbreaking work, as we conduct the first-ever full programme of archaeological fieldwork amidst the striking medieval ruins of Leiston Abbey. Join us and learn real, transferable archaeological field skills, have fun, and share the excitement of discovery as it happens - knowing that without your support, it couldn’t have happened!

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There's 20 days to go to join DigVentures in raising £18000 to dig at Leiston Abbey

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A is for Artefact

19 May, 2013 by Polly Heffer News from the Site Hut

A is for Artefact: Why archaeologists dig rubbish With the aid of blogger and archaeologist HollyMae Steane Price, we are working our way through the alphabet, looking at the A-Z of archaeology, one letter at a time. Today’s article is brought to you by the letter A… Artefacts are a very important part of an [...]

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Digging with DV has really changed my life. I'm studying accountancy, but after I graduate I'll be looking to move on to archaeology. I will definitely do any future DV digs they’ve got planned – really friendly people, lost of students as well as people of all ages, and a great atmosphere – I’ll be back! - Ben Swain, Glasgow

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I had a brilliant time with DigVentures. My experience has inspired me to become a volunteer at Fishbourne Roman Palace and with a local archaeological society. I'll be back with DV in 2013! - Hugh Fiske, Sussex

Hugh Venturer, Flag Fen Lives, 2012

I flew over from Australia for all three weeks of the DV 2012 dig. I learned so much - and I would have never had an opportunity like that in Oz. DigVentures is such a great way to be a part of making archaeology happen, as well as learning for yourself. I can totally recommend the DV team as great teachers and fun people (and they love cake!) - Louise Glasson, Australia

Louise Venturer, Flag Fen Lives, 2012