The development of community archaeology has seen increased participation in heritage projects by members of the public . Notable developments in recent years have been open days on excavations, schools programmes and the development of experimental archaeological projects. The key element of these has been equal partnership between local communities and heritage professionals. We would like to encourage greater public involvement in the opportunities and challenges which landscape and cultural heritage present. 

​

Local knowledge from people living in the vicinity of monuments can provide unique insights into the story of the site. People who live near monuments can hold information that has been passed down through generations. They may be familiar with stories, customs and incidents associated with a monument and often know a great deal about how and when a monument has changed. This local community store of knowledge may not appear in any written sources. 

​

Why get involved?

​

Let us discover the story of the Hillfort together – creating a new history while learning new skills, making new friends and connecting us to our community’s amazing past. Why not join in and:

​

• Get the kids involved in fun, family learning

• Learn new skills and work with archaeology experts

• Bring our families and communities together

• Discover our community's past and help create a story

​

We hope to publish regular events on the website once Covid restrictions are lifted.

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

Schools

​

The importance of local history and heritage projects in pupils’ learning Local history and heritage studies cannot be overstated. They are an integral part of the study of any historical issue, theme, event or person.

Local history allows us to look at what was happening in a particular area and to see the
extent to which it mirrors or differs from what was happening elsewhere.

As a result, it enables us to focus on a particular area and to move from the ‘local’ to the ‘national’ and often on to the ‘global’ scene. It opens the doors from the specific and manageable study to the much larger and more complex study.

For children and young people local history can be the most appropriate access point for the study of history. 

​

Local history and heritage studies can bring enormous benefits for children and young people. Some of the most important are that they enable them to:

„

• understand how and why their local community has developed in the way it has

„

• investigate the people and events that took place where they lived

​

• develop a sense of historical curiosity about their area and a sense of place

„

• understand why the area in which they live is worth knowing about

​

• be aware of the features of their local community and the extent to which they are an asset

„

• strengthen their chronological understanding

 

• develop their skills in investigation and analysis using a range of resources, such as maps, photographs

​

• increase their confidence and sense of achievement

​

• strengthen their knowledge and appreciation of their local community and forge stronger links with that community

​

• develop an identity and pride in where they live

​

The Burledge Hillfort Project will provide an accessible and manageable opportunity for whole-school and cross-curricular projects and offer opportunities for teachers to develop new knowledge and skills as they enthuse their pupils and are themselves enthused by immersing themselves in the community.