Excavate London: Syon Park
Summer 2013
Syon Park, Hounslow
This summer the Museum of London is returning to Syon Park for a second season of field excavation. We will explore how the Roman road and settlement at Brentford has shaped the landscape, and its impact right up to the present day.
Last year we looked for Sir Richard Wynne’s house (‘Little Syon’) and our star find was the cellar under the house, complete with stairs and brick floor. Find out more about the 2012 season on our blog. This year, there are more ways than ever to be part of the project, including:
Excavate London: Junction takeover day (ages 14-18)
Sat 6 Jul
10am – 12pm or 2-4.30pm
FREE (14-18 year olds only)
Contact Kath Creed on
020 7566 9316 or email
communityarchaeology@museumoflondon.org.uk to book a place.
Are you aged between 14 and 18 and interested in Archaeology or History? Join us for a hands on day led by the Museum’s youth panel,
Junction, exploring what archaeology is and how you can take part!
Open Day (adult and family event)
Sun 7 Jul
10am – 4pm
FREE
Come to Syon Park for site tours and drop-in workshops to discover what we uncover at Syon, from the finds to the features. Activities available for all the family. Dogs welcome.
Please note: Open day visitors will not be able to excavate on-site.
For more information about the project please contact Kath Creed on 020 7566 9316 or Kate Sumnall on 020 7814 5733 or email: communityarchaeology@museumoflondon.org.uk
Excavate London: The Romans (adult course)
24-28 Jun & 1-5 Jul - SOLD OUT
10am – 5.30pm each day
£275 (no concs. incl. lunch, over 16s only)
Call the Box Office on 020 7001 9844 to book your place.
For more information contact Kath Creed on 020 7566 9316 or email communityarchaeology@museumoflondon.org.uk
A hands-on chance to see how the Romans have impacted on the landscape of Syon Park. Our excavation course provides a week-long introduction to archaeology in practice, suitable for all levels. You’ll explore the techniques of digging and how to unlock the mysteries hidden within landscapes guided by professional MOLA archaeologists and Museum of London curators.
