Searching the collection got a major upgrade💫The new Collections page brings together full search functionality across 1.3 million+ records—with clearer routes into digitised collections. Try it today: start exploring theme → collection → item in just a few clicks. 👉 heritage.lrfoundation.org.uk

📢New film explaining what Historic Environment Records (HERs) are📢 If you ever wondered what HERs do, please watch and you will see why they matter so much for the heritage around us….. 🎥 historicengland.org.uk/advice/techn... 🎥

We are delighted to share that @cotswoldarch.bsky.social have just completed a new and exciting project, creating a pottery type series for Wiltshire, dating from 400AD to the 1700s

If you want to find out how heritage is recorded by HERs such [email protected] , @northyorkmoors.org.uk , @derbyshirearch.bsky.social , @myworcester.bsky.social and @ciosher.bsky.social watch out for a new film we are launching on Monday. #historicenvironmentrecords #historicengland #ALGAO

The 3rd edition of the Historic England guidance Accessing England's Protected Wreck Sites: Guidance Notes for Divers and Archaeologists is now available online. The guidance has been revised and updated by @msdsmarine.bsky.social, with contributions from several protected wreck licensee teams.

It's #NationalCareersWeek – ever thought about a career in heritage science? 🤔 Historic England is looking for a Data Cataloguer for a 12-month contract working on its Heritage Science Data Service project based in Fort Cumberland! Apply by 9th March 2026 buff.ly/OBXHWyQ @hsds-update.bsky.social

Heritage Crime - Common Enforcement Manual for Heritage Crime at Sea: New Measures to Protect Historic Shipwrecks from Threat of Heritage Crime historicengland.org.uk/whats-new/ne...

Historic England has launched a newsletter for the heritage sector. Sign up today!

RESCUE can announce the launch and first presentation of our new archaeology prize! The John Wells award recognises those groups that go above and beyond for heritage protection. The inaugural award has been presented to the JNAPC. More details at rescue-archaeology.org.uk/2026/02/20/j...

Fancy a swim? 🏊️ Check out our collection of maritime and underwater #archaeology, with exciting research on everything from Mediterranean shipwrecks to Maya salt production! 🏺 🔗 www.cambridge.org/core/journal...

A big step forward to protect England’s maritime heritage from the threat of heritage crime. The Common Enforcement Manual (CEM) for Heritage Crime at Sea was launched yesterday at Historic England’s head office in London. More info in the project report historicengland.org.uk/images-books...

Exciting discovery from @bumaritime.bsky.social - Shipwreck timbers from 17th Century appear on beach www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Exciting discoveries being made up on the NE coast #archaeology #RomanBritain

👉 Have you dived one of Historic England's underwater trails for protected wrecks? 🤿 BSAC divers and Centres are being asked to help Historic England understand the effectiveness and usefulness of protected wreck dive trails on the seabed.

Free webinar: Arches for Marine Historic Environment Records. Tuesday 20/01/2026 4:00-5:00pm. Join us to explore our journey to develop Historic England’s new Marine Historic Environment Records application. events-emea5.adobeconnect.com/content/conn...

Now available: Video recording from the Nov 27 Arches UK Interest Group meeting. Learn about Arches software developments related to the recent v8 release, as well as Historic England’s new Arches-powered Marine Historic Environment Record database:

CONSULTATION: Accessing England's Protected Wreck Sites (3rd Edition) MSDS Marine have been contracted by Historic England to update Accessing England's Protected Wreck Sites first published in 2010 and last revised in 2015. It is now out for consultation 👇 historicengland.org.uk/about/what-w...

Historic England has commissioned @msdsmarine.bsky.social to undertake a review of physical dive trails on England’s protected wreck sites. We would like to hear from divers and boat skippers about your use of dive trails. Complete the short survey here: forms.office.com/e/uhsVFGQiyQ

JOB ALERT! Historic England is looking for a Marine Archaeological Project Officer (Marine Planner). Closing date 7 December 2025 app.beapplied.com/apply/ddfvme... #Maritime #Underwater #Archaeology

In Tavistock today to talk about #ProtectedWreck dive trails at the Devon & Cornwall Archaeological Societies joint symposium

A #Roman #ship was found in 1910 on the site of the County Hall, on the south bank of the River #Thames opposite #Westminster, #London. The ship had been abandoned at the edge of the River. The construction of the ship is dated to about 300 AD. #RomanBritain #Archaeology

I enjoyed taking part in the session on Inventorying Underwater Cultural Heritage at #IKUWA8 yesterday. Good to showcase work by HE colleagues to enhance and update the National Marine Heritage Record. historicengland.org.uk/research/sup...

Great talk by Affiliated Volunteers - Monitoring and Protecting Our Underwater Cultural Heritage - Hefin Meara @hefinmeara.bsky.social #ikuwa8 #maritimearchaeology #maritimeheritage #coastalhistory

Excellent session on marine heritage crime at #IKUWA8 this afternoon

Good to speak at #IKUWA8 today about the essential role played by volunteer Licensees in monitoring and protecting underwater cultural heritage in England. This short film by Michael Pitts and @msdsmarine.bsky.social showcases the work of volunteers over the last 50 years - youtu.be/2LRUziYK__I?...

In Ostend for the #IKUWA8 conference. The HE maritime team will be presenting various papers through the week

Excellent day of #ProtectedWreck diving today with #WessexArchaeology and #MaritimeArchaeologyTrust

We’re incredibly excited, our mapping platform is GO! It gathers evidence of coastal change by recording locals’ memories, postcards & holiday snaps – things which aren’t usually part of official climate change conversations. Join us to explore the impact of climate change cim.mola.org.uk/map #NLHF

A cool way to illustrate #Viking ships? Paint them on a pane of glass and set it up by the sea.

The Heritage Centre has launched a Heritage Open Call to fund ambitious, high-impact projects that support our heritage key themes and the Foundation’s strategy. 📣 Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 24 November 2025 More information on how to apply 🔗 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/get-involved...

With the anniversary of one of Filey Bay's worst tragedies approaching, we revisit the night a Hull trawler was battered beneath the towering cliffs of Flamborough Head. #MaritimeHistory #Hull #Fishing

Historic Environment Scotland have just published published Conserving our Underwater Heritage. Non statutory guidance note. www.historicenvironment.scot/archives-and...

Jobs klaxon! Closing 7th September - Technical Manager and Marine Data Analyst posts for our MDE Heritage Accelerator project, funded by The Crown Estate OWEC Programme. historicengland.org.uk/advice/plann...

German High Seas Fleet scuttles at Scapa FLow, Orkney 1919 and Swedish East Indian Company Queen of Sweden lost off Shetland 1745 both to become Historic Marine Protected Areas www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Crumbling shells, melting ice – and a wildlife boom: what recreating Scott’s Antarctic trip reveals about our seas today www.theguardian.com/environment/...

📣Call for submissions!📣 Our BAR specialist sub-series Cultural Studies in Maritime and Underwater Archaeology is open for submissions! 🏺🌊 Interested in publishing your research on maritime or underwater archaeology? Read more about the sub-series here, or contact [email protected]!

The YouTube version of the latest History Hit doc on the Northumberland has just been released. A great balance of the history and archaeology of the ship and the need to do much more while it is exposed on the Goodwin Sands. #NavalHistory #Archaeology youtu.be/UsWFfv6-jiM?...

The Langdon Bay Wreck. The remains of a Middle Bronze Age vessel and cargo were identified in Langdon Bay, Kent, in 1974. The wreck consist ed of Middle Bronze Age artefacts, including tools & weapons made in France. These items have been dated to 1100 BCE. Over 350 artefacts have been recovered.

Sign up now for 'Offshore development: shaping the legacy for marine archaeology'. CIfA Marine Archaeology SIG online day conference, Thursday 27 November 2025. www.archaeologists.net/civicrm/even... #Archaeology #MaritimeArchaeology #MaritimeHistory

English warship sunk in 1703 gives up its secrets three centuries on. Great piece in the Guardian about the Historic England funded survey of the Northumberland #ProtectedWreck with @msdsmarine.bsky.social & @danpascoe79.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/science/2025...

Excellent news! Big congratulations to the SWMAG team for winning Community Archaeology Project of the Year for their ongoing investigation of the Salcombe #ProtectedWreck sites #MaritimeArchaeology #MaritimeHistory

The London Shipwreck: After Hours - Tonight at Southend Museum. Uncover the secrets salvaged from Southend's most mysterious wreck in 'The London Shipwreck: Her Final Voyage', with curator Jools McCusker Maxwell. www.southendmuseums.co.uk/event-detail... #MaritimeArchaeology #NavalHistory

Historic England have just released updated guidance for marine geophysical surveys. This second edition helps protect and document England’s incredible underwater heritage — shipwrecks, submerged landscapes, and more. Learn more: historicengland.org.uk/images-books... #maritimeheritage

Great work from Devon & Cornwall Police investigating damage to the Coronation #ProtectedWreck www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #ASBAwarenessWeek #MakingCommunitiesSafer #HeritageCrime #HeritageWatch #MaritimeHistory #MaritimeArchaeology

Sign up now for this free webinar on heritage crime and maritime heritage. Monday 30 June 12-2pm. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-c... #MaritimeHistory #MaritimeArchaeology

It was great to attend the opening of the new exhibition 'The London Shipwreck - Her Final Voyage' at Southend Museum. It’s so good to see the efforts of licensee divers, archaeologists, conservators and specialists showcased. #MaritimeHistory #Archaeology www.southendmuseums.co.uk/exhibitions/...

📢📢 Paid training placements!! We are offering two 15-day internships to give those studying in relevant disciplines the opportunity to experience working in the heritage sector as part of a paid internship. Find out more here: msdsmarine.com/paid-interns... #archaeology #maritimeheritage

The wreck of an Admiralty mooring lighter, known as the ‘Pin Wreck’, located off St Albans Head, has been added to the National Heritage List for England historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-... #MaritimeArchaeology #MaritimeHistory

Come and work with us. We are recruiting a National Listing Adviser to join the National Listing & Marine Team at Historic England. You will provide specialist designation advice and lead on the delivery of national projects app.beapplied.com/apply/ncqucg... #Heritage #Archaeology

⚓ Excited to share our new video release! 🏺 Dive into the UK's rich maritime history using our new introduction and how to guide videos! To watch these videos visit: https://buff.ly/40Nm3zv Be sure to watch and let us know your thoughts! #UnlockingCollections #TaNC #shipwrecks #marine