Cat Lodge
@catlodge.bsky.social
Archaeologist in South West England. Dog owner, gardener, baker, walker, book lover.
Views my own.
Views my own.
A rare opportunity to hear all about the SANHS archives, from the earliest acquisitions to some key sources documenting the history of Somerset.
Still time to sign up!
Still time to sign up!
*WEBINAR*
Tom Mayberry - SANHS Archives
7.30pm Thursday 22nd January
SANHS became a collector of archives from its earliest days, and the archive remains one of the most remarkable sources for Somerset history. This talk will reveal some of its riches.
Book your place now: bit.ly/4jEOdV7
Tom Mayberry - SANHS Archives
7.30pm Thursday 22nd January
SANHS became a collector of archives from its earliest days, and the archive remains one of the most remarkable sources for Somerset history. This talk will reveal some of its riches.
Book your place now: bit.ly/4jEOdV7
January 21, 2026 at 7:16 PM
A rare opportunity to hear all about the SANHS archives, from the earliest acquisitions to some key sources documenting the history of Somerset.
Still time to sign up!
Still time to sign up!
So glad #DiggingForBritain is back! 🥳
Also noticed a cheeky appearance by Chedworth Roman Villa!
@profaliceroberts.bsky.social @nattrustarch.bsky.social @nationaltrust.org.uk
Also noticed a cheeky appearance by Chedworth Roman Villa!
@profaliceroberts.bsky.social @nattrustarch.bsky.social @nationaltrust.org.uk
January 7, 2026 at 10:18 PM
So glad #DiggingForBritain is back! 🥳
Also noticed a cheeky appearance by Chedworth Roman Villa!
@profaliceroberts.bsky.social @nattrustarch.bsky.social @nationaltrust.org.uk
Also noticed a cheeky appearance by Chedworth Roman Villa!
@profaliceroberts.bsky.social @nattrustarch.bsky.social @nationaltrust.org.uk
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I love the Bradford Somali village dig.
Telling the truth about another hidden grim bit of our imperial past, that needs light shining on it...
#DiggingForBritain
Telling the truth about another hidden grim bit of our imperial past, that needs light shining on it...
#DiggingForBritain
January 7, 2026 at 9:27 PM
I love the Bradford Somali village dig.
Telling the truth about another hidden grim bit of our imperial past, that needs light shining on it...
#DiggingForBritain
Telling the truth about another hidden grim bit of our imperial past, that needs light shining on it...
#DiggingForBritain
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As a special treat for #HillfortsWednesday landing on Christmas Eve, we’re sharing some wintery images of hillforts in the care of the National Trust!
The photos are of Figsbury Ring (Wiltshire), Hod Hill (Dorset), Mam Tor (Derbyshire) and Cissbury Ring (West Sussex).
The photos are of Figsbury Ring (Wiltshire), Hod Hill (Dorset), Mam Tor (Derbyshire) and Cissbury Ring (West Sussex).
December 24, 2025 at 10:01 AM
As a special treat for #HillfortsWednesday landing on Christmas Eve, we’re sharing some wintery images of hillforts in the care of the National Trust!
The photos are of Figsbury Ring (Wiltshire), Hod Hill (Dorset), Mam Tor (Derbyshire) and Cissbury Ring (West Sussex).
The photos are of Figsbury Ring (Wiltshire), Hod Hill (Dorset), Mam Tor (Derbyshire) and Cissbury Ring (West Sussex).
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#DiggingforBritain returns on 7th January with a new 6-part series on BBC Two with @profaliceroberts.bsky.social, and includes two @nationaltrust.org.uk properties:
4th February - Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire
5th February - St Michael's Mount, Cornwall.
Tune in to find out more!
4th February - Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire
5th February - St Michael's Mount, Cornwall.
Tune in to find out more!
December 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
#DiggingforBritain returns on 7th January with a new 6-part series on BBC Two with @profaliceroberts.bsky.social, and includes two @nationaltrust.org.uk properties:
4th February - Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire
5th February - St Michael's Mount, Cornwall.
Tune in to find out more!
4th February - Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire
5th February - St Michael's Mount, Cornwall.
Tune in to find out more!
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Our very own Jim Parry (archaeologist covering South Devon and Cornwall) has appeared in a national roundup of archaeological discoveries!
Old loo and evidence of murder among archaeological finds of 2025
Other finds include a Bronze Age coffin and human remains thought to belong to shipwreck victims.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Our very own Jim Parry (archaeologist covering South Devon and Cornwall) has appeared in a national roundup of archaeological discoveries!
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For #Hanukkah, we're visiting 1 Home Farm Drive, part of the Upton House estate. A former farm outbuilding, it was converted in the 1930s by the owners of the estate, the Bearsteds, for their family Rabbi to live in.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/oxf...
Chag Sameach 🕎
#JewishCountryHouses
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/oxf...
Chag Sameach 🕎
#JewishCountryHouses
December 14, 2025 at 4:05 PM
For #Hanukkah, we're visiting 1 Home Farm Drive, part of the Upton House estate. A former farm outbuilding, it was converted in the 1930s by the owners of the estate, the Bearsteds, for their family Rabbi to live in.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/oxf...
Chag Sameach 🕎
#JewishCountryHouses
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/oxf...
Chag Sameach 🕎
#JewishCountryHouses
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Between 1828-9 Samuel Hasell excavated a villa at Pitney #Somerset
Sheds were built to protect the villa but sadly they had gone by 1836 and so had the mosaics 😞
All we have left are lithographs like this one by Hasell of Cadmus thrashing a python*
*don't Google this 😬
Happy #MosaicMonday
Sheds were built to protect the villa but sadly they had gone by 1836 and so had the mosaics 😞
All we have left are lithographs like this one by Hasell of Cadmus thrashing a python*
*don't Google this 😬
Happy #MosaicMonday
December 8, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Between 1828-9 Samuel Hasell excavated a villa at Pitney #Somerset
Sheds were built to protect the villa but sadly they had gone by 1836 and so had the mosaics 😞
All we have left are lithographs like this one by Hasell of Cadmus thrashing a python*
*don't Google this 😬
Happy #MosaicMonday
Sheds were built to protect the villa but sadly they had gone by 1836 and so had the mosaics 😞
All we have left are lithographs like this one by Hasell of Cadmus thrashing a python*
*don't Google this 😬
Happy #MosaicMonday
Such a great day!
I'm so lucky to work with such brilliant people ❤️
I'm so lucky to work with such brilliant people ❤️
Last Wednesday over 50 HART (Heritage and Archaeology Ranger Team) volunteers, rangers, volunteer leads and archaeologists from across the South West came together at Barrington.
December 8, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Such a great day!
I'm so lucky to work with such brilliant people ❤️
I'm so lucky to work with such brilliant people ❤️
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🎉🎉 Huge congratulations to Kayleigh Hibberd - winner of the Early Career Archaeologist Award at the Archaeological Achievement Awards! 🏆
#ChangingChalk @nationaltrust.org.uk
@archaeologyuk.bsky.social @royalarchinst.bsky.social
#ChangingChalk @nationaltrust.org.uk
@archaeologyuk.bsky.social @royalarchinst.bsky.social
November 28, 2025 at 10:38 PM
🎉🎉 Huge congratulations to Kayleigh Hibberd - winner of the Early Career Archaeologist Award at the Archaeological Achievement Awards! 🏆
#ChangingChalk @nationaltrust.org.uk
@archaeologyuk.bsky.social @royalarchinst.bsky.social
#ChangingChalk @nationaltrust.org.uk
@archaeologyuk.bsky.social @royalarchinst.bsky.social
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This winter, many of the houses & gardens in our care will be transformed with Christmas illuminations. From spectacular light shows at big country houses to family-friendly twinkling trails, there's something for everyone 🎄
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/christ...
©National Trust Images/Rob Coleman
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/christ...
©National Trust Images/Rob Coleman
December 1, 2025 at 10:46 AM
This winter, many of the houses & gardens in our care will be transformed with Christmas illuminations. From spectacular light shows at big country houses to family-friendly twinkling trails, there's something for everyone 🎄
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/christ...
©National Trust Images/Rob Coleman
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/christ...
©National Trust Images/Rob Coleman
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NEW Toolkit: working with experts across a number of different institutions & with support from the Royal Historical Society, we're delighted to share this FREE resource for anyone interested in or involved with the conservation & interpretation of ruins.
heyzine.com/flip-book/77...
#ruins 🏰
heyzine.com/flip-book/77...
#ruins 🏰
December 3, 2025 at 11:47 AM
NEW Toolkit: working with experts across a number of different institutions & with support from the Royal Historical Society, we're delighted to share this FREE resource for anyone interested in or involved with the conservation & interpretation of ruins.
heyzine.com/flip-book/77...
#ruins 🏰
heyzine.com/flip-book/77...
#ruins 🏰
🥳🥳🥳
🎉🎉 Huge congratulations to Kayleigh Hibberd - winner of the Early Career Archaeologist Award at the Archaeological Achievement Awards! 🏆
#ChangingChalk @nationaltrust.org.uk
@archaeologyuk.bsky.social @royalarchinst.bsky.social
#ChangingChalk @nationaltrust.org.uk
@archaeologyuk.bsky.social @royalarchinst.bsky.social
November 28, 2025 at 10:39 PM
🥳🥳🥳
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Only a few hours left until we come together with archaeologists across the UK and Ireland to celebrate the 2025 #ArchaeologicalAchievementAwards!
You can join us and cheer on the winners from home by watching our live-stream, starting 8 pm today 👉 www.youtube.com/live/GA6_QaE...
You can join us and cheer on the winners from home by watching our live-stream, starting 8 pm today 👉 www.youtube.com/live/GA6_QaE...
Archaeological Achievement Awards 2025
YouTube video by Council for British Archaeology
www.youtube.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Only a few hours left until we come together with archaeologists across the UK and Ireland to celebrate the 2025 #ArchaeologicalAchievementAwards!
You can join us and cheer on the winners from home by watching our live-stream, starting 8 pm today 👉 www.youtube.com/live/GA6_QaE...
You can join us and cheer on the winners from home by watching our live-stream, starting 8 pm today 👉 www.youtube.com/live/GA6_QaE...
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This month we’re sharing different ways in which you can learn more about the archaeology at the places in the care of @nationaltrust.org.uk.
As the colder, darker nights set in it can be nice to curl up with a good book, so here are some recent publications you might find interesting. 📚🧵
As the colder, darker nights set in it can be nice to curl up with a good book, so here are some recent publications you might find interesting. 📚🧵
November 17, 2025 at 10:05 AM
This month we’re sharing different ways in which you can learn more about the archaeology at the places in the care of @nationaltrust.org.uk.
As the colder, darker nights set in it can be nice to curl up with a good book, so here are some recent publications you might find interesting. 📚🧵
As the colder, darker nights set in it can be nice to curl up with a good book, so here are some recent publications you might find interesting. 📚🧵
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It’s #HillfortsWednesday!
Did you know that there are more than 150 hillforts, hilltop and hillslope enclosures recorded on land cared for by the National Trust?
They're amazing archaeological sites, but also real havens for nature. 🧵
Did you know that there are more than 150 hillforts, hilltop and hillslope enclosures recorded on land cared for by the National Trust?
They're amazing archaeological sites, but also real havens for nature. 🧵
November 19, 2025 at 10:01 AM
It’s #HillfortsWednesday!
Did you know that there are more than 150 hillforts, hilltop and hillslope enclosures recorded on land cared for by the National Trust?
They're amazing archaeological sites, but also real havens for nature. 🧵
Did you know that there are more than 150 hillforts, hilltop and hillslope enclosures recorded on land cared for by the National Trust?
They're amazing archaeological sites, but also real havens for nature. 🧵
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This #InternationalMensDay we’re reminded that suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK. We all have mental health, and talking about it matters. Check in with the men in your life. Reach out. A small conversation can make a big difference.
November 19, 2025 at 9:32 AM
This #InternationalMensDay we’re reminded that suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK. We all have mental health, and talking about it matters. Check in with the men in your life. Reach out. A small conversation can make a big difference.
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*WEBINAR*
Photographing old buildings (and other things!)
7.30pm Thursday 20th November
Tony Harding shares some tips and tricks gained from his experience photographing buildings for various SANHS-related and other projects.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
Photographing old buildings (and other things!)
7.30pm Thursday 20th November
Tony Harding shares some tips and tricks gained from his experience photographing buildings for various SANHS-related and other projects.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
*WEBINAR*
Photographing old buildings (and other things!)
7.30pm Thursday 20th November
Tony Harding shares some tips and tricks gained from his experience photographing buildings for various SANHS-related and other projects.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
Photographing old buildings (and other things!)
7.30pm Thursday 20th November
Tony Harding shares some tips and tricks gained from his experience photographing buildings for various SANHS-related and other projects.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
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📚 SANHS Library Book Club 📚
10am-12pm
Thursday 27 November
Would you like to know more about the SANHS Library?
SANHS & SWHT librarians will be on hand to help with all aspects of the library, including borrowing books.
Limited places - booking essential.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
10am-12pm
Thursday 27 November
Would you like to know more about the SANHS Library?
SANHS & SWHT librarians will be on hand to help with all aspects of the library, including borrowing books.
Limited places - booking essential.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
November 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM
📚 SANHS Library Book Club 📚
10am-12pm
Thursday 27 November
Would you like to know more about the SANHS Library?
SANHS & SWHT librarians will be on hand to help with all aspects of the library, including borrowing books.
Limited places - booking essential.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
10am-12pm
Thursday 27 November
Would you like to know more about the SANHS Library?
SANHS & SWHT librarians will be on hand to help with all aspects of the library, including borrowing books.
Limited places - booking essential.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
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*TALK*
A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Scheme
2.30pm - Saturday 15 November
The Davis Hall, West Camel, BA22 7QX
Learn about the archaeological investigations undertaken by Wessex Archaeology with Ruth Panes (Fieldwork Project Manager)
Tickets £5 (on the door)
Full details: bit.ly/47x6kac
A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Scheme
2.30pm - Saturday 15 November
The Davis Hall, West Camel, BA22 7QX
Learn about the archaeological investigations undertaken by Wessex Archaeology with Ruth Panes (Fieldwork Project Manager)
Tickets £5 (on the door)
Full details: bit.ly/47x6kac
November 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
*TALK*
A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Scheme
2.30pm - Saturday 15 November
The Davis Hall, West Camel, BA22 7QX
Learn about the archaeological investigations undertaken by Wessex Archaeology with Ruth Panes (Fieldwork Project Manager)
Tickets £5 (on the door)
Full details: bit.ly/47x6kac
A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Scheme
2.30pm - Saturday 15 November
The Davis Hall, West Camel, BA22 7QX
Learn about the archaeological investigations undertaken by Wessex Archaeology with Ruth Panes (Fieldwork Project Manager)
Tickets £5 (on the door)
Full details: bit.ly/47x6kac
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Did you know there's a website dedicated to helping you discover more about the archaeology and heritage cared for by @nationaltrust.org.uk?
NT Heritage Records Online has been developed to promote, and provide access to, the National Trust’s archaeological and historic building database. 🧵
NT Heritage Records Online has been developed to promote, and provide access to, the National Trust’s archaeological and historic building database. 🧵
November 7, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Did you know there's a website dedicated to helping you discover more about the archaeology and heritage cared for by @nationaltrust.org.uk?
NT Heritage Records Online has been developed to promote, and provide access to, the National Trust’s archaeological and historic building database. 🧵
NT Heritage Records Online has been developed to promote, and provide access to, the National Trust’s archaeological and historic building database. 🧵
Looking forward to this!
@wessexarchaeology.bsky.social
@wessexarchaeology.bsky.social
*TALK*
A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Scheme
2.30pm - Saturday 15 November
The Davis Hall, West Camel, BA22 7QX
Learn about the archaeological investigations undertaken by Wessex Archaeology with Ruth Panes (Fieldwork Project Manager)
Tickets £5 (on the door)
Full details: bit.ly/47x6kac
A303 Sparkford to Ilchester Dualling Scheme
2.30pm - Saturday 15 November
The Davis Hall, West Camel, BA22 7QX
Learn about the archaeological investigations undertaken by Wessex Archaeology with Ruth Panes (Fieldwork Project Manager)
Tickets £5 (on the door)
Full details: bit.ly/47x6kac
October 31, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Looking forward to this!
@wessexarchaeology.bsky.social
@wessexarchaeology.bsky.social
*This Saturday*
I'm really excited to hear such brilliant speakers and some really interesting talks.
Plus there'll be cake 😉
I'm really excited to hear such brilliant speakers and some really interesting talks.
Plus there'll be cake 😉
*Autumn Archaeology Symposium - a celebration of recent research in Somerset*
Saturday 25th October
10am - 3pm
Wyndham Hall, Taunton
Tickets £15
Please book by emailing office@sanhs.org or calling 01823 272429.
Tickets will also be available on the door.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
Saturday 25th October
10am - 3pm
Wyndham Hall, Taunton
Tickets £15
Please book by emailing office@sanhs.org or calling 01823 272429.
Tickets will also be available on the door.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
October 23, 2025 at 11:24 AM
*This Saturday*
I'm really excited to hear such brilliant speakers and some really interesting talks.
Plus there'll be cake 😉
I'm really excited to hear such brilliant speakers and some really interesting talks.
Plus there'll be cake 😉
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*Autumn Archaeology Symposium - a celebration of recent research in Somerset*
Saturday 25th October
10am - 3pm
Wyndham Hall, Taunton
Tickets £15
Please book by emailing office@sanhs.org or calling 01823 272429.
Tickets will also be available on the door.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
Saturday 25th October
10am - 3pm
Wyndham Hall, Taunton
Tickets £15
Please book by emailing office@sanhs.org or calling 01823 272429.
Tickets will also be available on the door.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
October 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
*Autumn Archaeology Symposium - a celebration of recent research in Somerset*
Saturday 25th October
10am - 3pm
Wyndham Hall, Taunton
Tickets £15
Please book by emailing office@sanhs.org or calling 01823 272429.
Tickets will also be available on the door.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
Saturday 25th October
10am - 3pm
Wyndham Hall, Taunton
Tickets £15
Please book by emailing office@sanhs.org or calling 01823 272429.
Tickets will also be available on the door.
Full details: sanhs.org/event/sanhs-...
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We were excited to welcome Time Team back last week to Branodunum Roman Fort on the Norfolk Coast. Geophysics experts used Ground Penetrating Radar on parts of the site and now have a huge amount of data to analyse and interpret. We look forward to finding out what they found in the new year.
September 30, 2025 at 1:02 PM
We were excited to welcome Time Team back last week to Branodunum Roman Fort on the Norfolk Coast. Geophysics experts used Ground Penetrating Radar on parts of the site and now have a huge amount of data to analyse and interpret. We look forward to finding out what they found in the new year.