Welcome to everyone interested in the archaeology of Cornwall and Scilly.

For over 50 years our Society has been the principal archaeological organization in Cornwall and Scilly. The Society acts as the forum that brings together amateur archaeologists, professional archaeologists and all those interested in Cornwall’s past and the preservation of its archaeological heritage.

Today, with over 450 members, our activities are varied and inclusive. The society arranges over a dozen talks, monthly walks and annual conferences and special events. We also run our own fieldwork and research projects and encourage members to take part with likeminded organisations. Our annual journal is a well-respected, peer reviewed publication, and has for more than 50 years published the majority of archaeological research projects carried out in Cornwall and Scilly. Our regular newsletter keeps members up to date on news of people, events and activities.

Our Area Representatives are stationed across the county, keeping track of sites and monuments, and offering a local point of contact.

Please explore our website, find out about us and how you can join us, explore the archaeology of your area, and become more involved.

Latest News

Tintagel Conference

Cornwall Archaeological Society

Tintagel in Late Antiquity – Recent Excavations and Research An English Heritage Conference is being held at Truro College from 2nd  – 4th April, titled ‘Tintagel in Late Antiquity – Recent Excavations and Research’. There is a half day field trip to … Continue reading →

From your own Correspondents

Cornwall Archaeological Society

From your own Correspondents! – This month High Cross Restoration Historic Pond Added to H.E.R. Trekelland Bridge Struck Again Tracing a Tragedy Dingeirin Castle Excellence Exceeded! New Features on the H.E.R.   Read the December update here Area Representatives would love … Continue reading →

From your own Correspondents

Cornwall Archaeological Society

From your own Correspondents! – This month GWITHIAN SURPRISE! ROW IN THE FAR EAST AQUEDUCT INVESTIGATIONS  HELP SAVE THIS HISTORIC BOUNDARY MARKER  ALL’S WELL IN BODMIN   Read the November update here Area Representatives would love to hear from fellow CAS … Continue reading →

Our Publications

50 years of Cornish Archaeology

Our Journal records research into the archaeology of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including excavations and reassessments of earlier finds.

A Newsletter, published 3 times a year, keeps members in touch with our events and other activities in Cornwall and beyond.

Copies of both publications, along with a reading list are available to read for free on the publications page.

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Our Events

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We offer winter lectures in Liskeard and Truro, which cover topics at home and abroad.

Throughout the year members explore archaeological sites in Cornwall and sometimes farther afield with expert guides.

Every year we have either a conference concentrating on Archaeology in Cornwall or a day of presentations shared with Devon Archaeological Society.

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Why Join Us?

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If you want to help us learn more about archaeology or explore Cornish sites by survey or excavation, join us.

Like- minded people will give you a warm welcome and we will discover Cornwall’s archaeology together.

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