We will be returning for a second year of test pitting this season at Albury Park to investigate the deserted medieval settlement which once stretched across the course of the former road which continued all the way to Shere. The original village of Albury was displaced in the early 19th century (to its current location to the west), and little now remains standing of the former cottages. However, with the help of geophysical survey, LiDAR and - of course - a large-scale series of test pits spread across the site, we are working to uncover and learn more about the original settlement! (read more about the project here).

Our final week of test pitting will take place from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 September. Volunteers are welcome for both finds and digging; no prior experience needed and all tools provided. 

If interested in taking part and wanting to be added to the project mailing list, please contact our community archaeologist Anne at outreach@surreyarchaeology.org.uk.