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Bryn Coldrick (AMS) & Tom Cassidy (Fola Archaeological & Heritage Services) will give a talk on the Shannon Estuary pillboxes at the Clare Museum Ennis at 7.30pm on Wed 14/01/26. Entry is free but places are limited. To book, please email claremuseum@clarecoco.ie. For more info, see buff.ly/7QxZMfx
Clare Museum Lecture Series – January 2026 — Clare Museum
‘The Forgotten Defenders – Pillboxes of the Shannon Estuary’ This talk will present the findings of archaeological and built heritage...
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January 14, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Bryn Coldrick (AMS) & Tom Cassidy (Fola Archaeological & Heritage Services) will give a talk on the Shannon Estuary pillboxes at the Clare Museum Ennis at 7.30pm on Wed 14/01/26. Entry is free but places are limited. To book, please email claremuseum@clarecoco.ie. For more info, see buff.ly/7QxZMfx
🌈 After the rain comes colour.
A rainbow over Rincullia, brightening the dig site.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
A rainbow over Rincullia, brightening the dig site.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🌈 After the rain comes colour.
A rainbow over Rincullia, brightening the dig site.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
A rainbow over Rincullia, brightening the dig site.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
Excavation of animal remains — possibly a young calf 🐮 — at Rincullia.
Such discoveries help us understand the role of livestock in early settlement life.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #zooarchaeology #irisharchaeology
Such discoveries help us understand the role of livestock in early settlement life.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #zooarchaeology #irisharchaeology
December 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Excavation of animal remains — possibly a young calf 🐮 — at Rincullia.
Such discoveries help us understand the role of livestock in early settlement life.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #zooarchaeology #irisharchaeology
Such discoveries help us understand the role of livestock in early settlement life.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #zooarchaeology #irisharchaeology
🛰️ Aerial views of the #excavation of a ringfort at Rincullia. These drone images give a unique perspective on the ongoing #archaeologicalexcavations & help our team document site features & spatial relationships w/ precision. #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick
December 12, 2025 at 7:04 PM
🛰️ Aerial views of the #excavation of a ringfort at Rincullia. These drone images give a unique perspective on the ongoing #archaeologicalexcavations & help our team document site features & spatial relationships w/ precision. #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick
Archaeologists are clearing vegetation from the bank of this #ringfort, which remains partially intact. This process allows careful recording of the site’s features & preservation of its structure for future study #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick
December 11, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Archaeologists are clearing vegetation from the bank of this #ringfort, which remains partially intact. This process allows careful recording of the site’s features & preservation of its structure for future study #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick
A glimpse into everyday life from the past ✨ Quernstones, like this one ucovered at Clogh West 3, were once used to grind grain. They've been used in Ire since the Neolithic (4000–2500 BC) but become more commonly used during the Bronze Age (2500–800 BC).
December 5, 2025 at 7:03 PM
A glimpse into everyday life from the past ✨ Quernstones, like this one ucovered at Clogh West 3, were once used to grind grain. They've been used in Ire since the Neolithic (4000–2500 BC) but become more commonly used during the Bronze Age (2500–800 BC).
Happy #WorldSoilDay ! buff.ly/Au9DCp5 buff.ly/ss1Be1j buff.ly/4j21XIO buff.ly/uJIqPFr #unitednations #archaeology #behindthetrowel #environmentalarchaeology #science #irisharchaeology #conservation #soilmanagement
December 5, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Possible Structure at Clogh West 1 – captured from the air to reveal the hidden patterns of history beneath our feet. We uncovered similar sites during excavations on the N5 in Roscommon ➡️ buff.ly/jgIJQi4 #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #prehistoricarchaeology
December 4, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Possible Structure at Clogh West 1 – captured from the air to reveal the hidden patterns of history beneath our feet. We uncovered similar sites during excavations on the N5 in Roscommon ➡️ buff.ly/jgIJQi4 #archaeology #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #prehistoricarchaeology
🛩️ Aerial archaeology in action!
Bird’s-eye views of Clogh West 1–3 showing the archaeological areas under excavation.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #birdseyeview #limerick #colimerick
Bird’s-eye views of Clogh West 1–3 showing the archaeological areas under excavation.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #birdseyeview #limerick #colimerick
November 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM
🛩️ Aerial archaeology in action!
Bird’s-eye views of Clogh West 1–3 showing the archaeological areas under excavation.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #birdseyeview #limerick #colimerick
Bird’s-eye views of Clogh West 1–3 showing the archaeological areas under excavation.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #birdseyeview #limerick #colimerick
At Ballynacaheragh 1, archaeologists uncovered a ring ditch with 5 cremation burials within the interior — offering a rare glimpse into ancient ritual & community life. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #prehistoricarchaeology
November 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM
At Ballynacaheragh 1, archaeologists uncovered a ring ditch with 5 cremation burials within the interior — offering a rare glimpse into ancient ritual & community life. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation #prehistoricarchaeology
A huge welcome to Mairead, who is joining the AMS team as a report writer/archaeologist! We're excited to have you on board, Mairead!
November 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM
A huge welcome to Mairead, who is joining the AMS team as a report writer/archaeologist! We're excited to have you on board, Mairead!
Archaeologists are a brave lot. We're not afraid of ancient curses or vengeful spirits — far more mundane things keep us up at night.😆#HappyHalloween from everyone at AMS! Enjoy a spooky (but safe!) night! #halloween #samhain #oichesamhain #halloween2025 #archaeology #archaeologyhumour
October 31, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Archaeologists are a brave lot. We're not afraid of ancient curses or vengeful spirits — far more mundane things keep us up at night.😆#HappyHalloween from everyone at AMS! Enjoy a spooky (but safe!) night! #halloween #samhain #oichesamhain #halloween2025 #archaeology #archaeologyhumour
Director Padraig Dunne and archaeologist Madison Yonda discuss findings from the cremation pit at Clogh West, shedding light on ancient practices.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
October 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Director Padraig Dunne and archaeologist Madison Yonda discuss findings from the cremation pit at Clogh West, shedding light on ancient practices.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
Archaeologist Guillaume Ferreire records three postholes found together at Clogh West, revealing the possible remains of an ancient structure. Exciting insights coming to light!
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
October 6, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Archaeologist Guillaume Ferreire records three postholes found together at Clogh West, revealing the possible remains of an ancient structure. Exciting insights coming to light!
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
AMS is delighted to announce the publication of an article on the #pillboxes of the #ShannonEstuary in TII's Seanda Ezine. Read the article➡️ buff.ly/CngdgVI #colimerick #askeaton #foynestolimerick #wwi #wwii #worldwarhistory #archaeology #irisharchaeology #Irishpillboxes #culturalheritage
The Forgotten Defenders - Pillboxes of the Shannon Estuary
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October 6, 2025 at 4:43 PM
AMS is delighted to announce the publication of an article on the #pillboxes of the #ShannonEstuary in TII's Seanda Ezine. Read the article➡️ buff.ly/CngdgVI #colimerick #askeaton #foynestolimerick #wwi #wwii #worldwarhistory #archaeology #irisharchaeology #Irishpillboxes #culturalheritage
Archaeologist Matthew Hardy carefully excavating the skeletal remains of what may be a dog, discovered at the base of the ditch at Robertstown. Each find adds a new piece to the puzzle of the past.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
October 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Archaeologist Matthew Hardy carefully excavating the skeletal remains of what may be a dog, discovered at the base of the ditch at Robertstown. Each find adds a new piece to the puzzle of the past.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
POSTPONED! Due to inclement weather, the 4th training session in Balbriggan has been postponed to 17/10 from 3-5pm. We hope to see you then & stay dry this weekend! #fingal #cofingal #fingalcoastalzone #balbriggan #balbrigganharbour #marinearchaeology #archaeology #communityarchaeology #visitfingal
September 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
POSTPONED! Due to inclement weather, the 4th training session in Balbriggan has been postponed to 17/10 from 3-5pm. We hope to see you then & stay dry this weekend! #fingal #cofingal #fingalcoastalzone #balbriggan #balbrigganharbour #marinearchaeology #archaeology #communityarchaeology #visitfingal
Archaeologist Solène Galliez recording an excavated pit at Robertstown—capturing the details that help us interpret the past layer by layer.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
September 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Archaeologist Solène Galliez recording an excavated pit at Robertstown—capturing the details that help us interpret the past layer by layer.
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
#archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
Creating our own shade on a sunny day at Robertstown! The tent’s doing double duty— keeping us cool and helping reduce glare so we can see the features clearly. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
September 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Creating our own shade on a sunny day at Robertstown! The tent’s doing double duty— keeping us cool and helping reduce glare so we can see the features clearly. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
Werner Miguel Otte taking a photo of a pit. Even on the sunniest days, archaeology isn’t always picture-perfect. When the light’s too harsh, we make our own shadows to get the shot just right. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
September 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Werner Miguel Otte taking a photo of a pit. Even on the sunniest days, archaeology isn’t always picture-perfect. When the light’s too harsh, we make our own shadows to get the shot just right. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject #foynestolimerick #excavation
Join our maritime archaeologists on Friday 3 October at 2:30pm for the fourth and final training session on Fingal's maritime heritage! For more information, please visit buff.ly/Q9z3IXl #maritimearchaeology #marinearchaeology #cofingal #visitfingal #culturalheritage #irisharchaeology
September 22, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Join our maritime archaeologists on Friday 3 October at 2:30pm for the fourth and final training session on Fingal's maritime heritage! For more information, please visit buff.ly/Q9z3IXl #maritimearchaeology #marinearchaeology #cofingal #visitfingal #culturalheritage #irisharchaeology
Site Supervisor Manuel Piñeiro & archaeologist Anna Carreira deep in discussion, working to piece together the story behind the features in this area at Robertstown. Careful observation is key to understanding what lies beneath. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject
September 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Site Supervisor Manuel Piñeiro & archaeologist Anna Carreira deep in discussion, working to piece together the story behind the features in this area at Robertstown. Careful observation is key to understanding what lies beneath. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject
Archaeologists Maria Jesús, Javier Lorenzo & the rest of the team meticulously trowelling to uncover a curvilinear feature w/in the interior of the enclosure at Robertstown. A careful process revealing layers of the past. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject
September 15, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Archaeologists Maria Jesús, Javier Lorenzo & the rest of the team meticulously trowelling to uncover a curvilinear feature w/in the interior of the enclosure at Robertstown. A careful process revealing layers of the past. #archaeology #archaeologicalexcavations #foynestolimerickroadproject
We couldn't be happier to have Brian joining our excavation team! Welcome, Brian!
#welcome #newteammember #archaeology #jointheteam #newjob
#welcome #newteammember #archaeology #jointheteam #newjob
September 15, 2025 at 9:44 AM
We couldn't be happier to have Brian joining our excavation team! Welcome, Brian!
#welcome #newteammember #archaeology #jointheteam #newjob
#welcome #newteammember #archaeology #jointheteam #newjob
On 10/09, Steve Lancaster & Pese Salinas gave a well-received presentation to nationalhighways.bsky.social on the Archaeological Works to date along the A46 Newark Bypass. Thank you both for a fantastic presentation & for all your work on this Project! #ukarchaeology #a46newarkbypass #a46roadproject
September 12, 2025 at 1:08 PM
On 10/09, Steve Lancaster & Pese Salinas gave a well-received presentation to nationalhighways.bsky.social on the Archaeological Works to date along the A46 Newark Bypass. Thank you both for a fantastic presentation & for all your work on this Project! #ukarchaeology #a46newarkbypass #a46roadproject