Helping you reduce risk
A local authority can require an archaeological evaluation before planning permission for your project can be granted or as a condition of approval. Evaluation typically involves geophysical survey and the machine-excavation of trial-trenches. Evaluation examines a percentage of a development area to assess the extent, character, and preservation of archaeological remains. Other forms of evaluation include walkovers, test-pitting and auguring.
Infrastructure projects may require large numbers of intrusive investigations at multiple locations. Oxford Archaeology has been the archaeological contractor of choice on the most prominent infrastructure projects in the UK, including HS1/Channel Tunnel Rail Link, HS2, Crossrail and Sizewell C.
Whatever form of evaluation is required, we can provide the service.