Archaeological Excavation of Roman Cavalry Swords Site near Broadway, Gloucestershire
Historic England · Awarded contract
AwardedArchaeological Excavation of Roman Cavalry Swords Site near Broadway, Gloucestershire
Awarded 28 Nov 2024
Awarded28 Nov 2024
Value£57,460.00
SupplierCotswold Archaeology
AgencyHistoric England
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 6mo ago1y 5mo term
Awarded 28 Nov 2024Expired 30 Apr 2026
About
Historic England awarded a contract to Cotswold Archaeology for targeted excavation to explore the context of two Roman cavalry swords discovered during a metal detecting rally near Broadway in Gloucestershire.
The work involves assessing a geophysical survey find spot within a complex of buried archaeological remains, including later prehistoric or Roman settlement.
Cotswold Archaeology will provide site staff, an excavation co-director, finds and environmental processing expertise, and a digital recording system.
The contract value is £57,460.
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