Archaeology

Launch of new book on excavations at Barrow Clump

Posted by: Richard Osgood, Posted on: 9 January 2020 - Categories: Archaeology, Defence infrastructure, Environment, Operation Nightingale, Salisbury Plain

Today, marked the official launch of my new book on 'Exercise Beowulf' which covers years of excavation work at Barrow Clump.

Winners of Sanctuary Awards announced

Posted by: Iain Perkins, Posted on: 4 December 2019 - Categories: Accommodation, Archaeology, Defence infrastructure, Environment, Environment and Ecology, Operation Nightingale, sanctuary awards

On the 3rd December, I attended the annual MOD Sanctuary Awards and as we come to the end of the Year of Green Action, it was a great time to reflect on our responsibility to preserve and nurture our estate.

Dreamer’s Bay: Ancient Remains in Cyprus

Posted by: Prof Simon James, Posted on: 22 July 2019 - Categories: Archaeology

Regular blog readers will know that there is an annual cycle of archaeological excavations at the Dreamer’s Bay site at RAF Akrotiri. The Ancient Akrotiri Project team, which is overseen by DIO and led by the University of Leicester School …

DIO's award-winning archaeologist

Posted by: Richard Osgood, Posted on: 25 March 2019 - Categories: Archaeology, Defence infrastructure, Environment, Environment and Ecology

Archaeology in DIO is unique compared to any other organisation. The MOD owns about 1% of the UK mainland and is responsible for preserving, protecting and maintaining 777 Scheduled Monuments.

Surveying the hidden estate

Posted by: Laura Gooderham, Posted on: 28 January 2019 - Categories: Archaeology, Belize, Cyprus, Kenya, Land Management, Working at DIO

I started my career as a chartered surveyor in a very conventional way. I followed the advice of my tutors and applied to all ‘big six’ firms I was directed to, and so my journey began.

Sustainability, awards and a coveted silver otter

Posted by: Iain Perkins, Posted on: 26 November 2018 - Categories: Archaeology, Environment, Environment and Ecology, Falkland Islands

The Sanctuary Awards celebrates biodiversity, conservation and energy efficiency projects across the defence estate. Learn more about the 2018 winners and runners up and how they are promoting these issues.

An exclusive tour around the Plain

Posted by: Olly Howells, Posted on: 22 October 2018 - Categories: Archaeology, Environment, Environment and Ecology, Salisbury Plain

Salisbury Plain is not only one of the military’s top training areas, it is also rich in wildlife and archaeological wonders. Read on to find out more from a DIO ecologist.

Breaking Ground with Operation Nightingale

Posted by: Dickie Bennett, Posted on: 1 October 2018 - Categories: Archaeology, Defence infrastructure, Environment, Operation Nightingale

Dickie Bennett, a retired Royal Marines Commando, explains his relationship with Operation Nightingale and how it has changed his life.

Technical Services at DIO: a varied world

Posted by: Paul Wilson, Posted on: 4 September 2018 - Categories: Archaeology, Defence infrastructure, Engineering, Environment and Ecology, Explosive Ordnance Clearance, Falkland Islands, Operation Nightingale, Working at DIO

Hi, I’m Paul Wilson and I currently have the privilege of leading the specialist technical teams at DIO as Acting Head of Technical Services. Today I’ll be blogging about what we do and the exciting opportunities available in our team. …

Excavating military tracks at Barrow Clump

Posted by: Richard Osgood, Posted on: 23 July 2018 - Categories: Archaeology, Environment, Environment and Ecology, Military Training, Operation Nightingale, Salisbury Plain

Hi, my name is Richard Osgood and I'm the Senior Archaeologist at DIO. Today I'll be blogging about the team of military veterans, service personnel and volunteers from Wessex Archaeology and Breaking Ground Heritage who helped to unearth the excavation …