What does archaeological work entail and how much will it cost?
Archaeological work can vary greatly in scale and therefore cost. A desk-based assessment may be relatively inexpensive, a full-scale excavation relatively costly in terms of both time and money (but usually a small proportion of total development costs). Project costs should include on-site fieldwork, post-excavation assessment and analysis to publication of the results, and the ultimate deposition of the archive. Archaeological contractors are in the best position to provide realistic costings. Our Advisors are happy to discuss a brief for works with you or your contractors, against which they can quote.
