Historic England have commissioned MSDS Marine to engage with non-traditional audiences with protected wreck sites and wider maritime heritage; through fifty pop events. Traditionally maritime archaeology outreach has focused on areas that are closest to the sea, and to the wrecks themselves.
PWA50: Landlocked and looking out
Many UK counties are landlocked but two frequently claim to be furthest from the sea; Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire in the East Midlands. There are many residents of these counties who do not have the opportunity to visit the coast and to engage with maritime heritage, yet the areas have strong links to the sea and maritime history that are little known. Examples include Nelson’s monument and the three ships on Birchen Edge, lead ingots originally from Derbyshire and recovered from protected wrecks that are housed in the Peak District Mining Museum, and the technology employed at the Derwent Valley Mills which helped to inform the redevelopment of Portsmouth Dockyard.
Pop up events (FREE)
Get in touch to find out how you can book an event at your venue!
See us at the following confirmed events:
- 24th June – Furthest from the Sea Festival, Derby
- 30th June – Southwell Co-op, Southwell, Nottinghamshire
- 1st July – Foremark Reservoir, Derbyshire
- 2nd July, Staunton Harold Reservoir, Derbyshire
- 8th July – Holbrook Village Fete, Holbrook, Derbyshire
- 18th July – Calke Abbey (Stables), Derbyshire
- 22nd – 23rd July, Calke Explore, Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
- 2nd August – Lark in the Park, West Bridgford , Nottinghamshire
- 5th August – National Stone Centre, Wirksworth, Derbyshire
- 6th August – Sherwood Pines, Nottinghamshire
- 9th August – Walesby Forest, Nottinghamshire
- 11th August – Creswell Crags, Nottinghamshire
- 12th – 13th August – Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire
- 19th August – Carsington Water, Derbyshire
- 20th August – Belper River Gardens, Derbyshire
- 9th – 10th September – Shardlow Inland Port Festival, Shardlow Heritage Centre, Derbyshire
- 16th – 17th September – Swadlincotes Antiques in the Street, Swadlincote (outside the Town Hall)
- 23rd – 24th September – Dragon Boat Racing, Holme Pierrepont, Nottinghamshire
- 1st October – Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire
School and youth group visits (FREE)
Get in touch to find out how you can book a visit for your school or youth group!
Internships
Are you looking for a paid training placement in maritime archaeology and public engagement? Then we would like to hear from you. We are offering three 20-day internships this summer to give those studying in relevant disciplines the opportunity to experience working in the heritage sector as part of a paid internship. Find out more here.
Volunteering
We are hoping to recruit volunteers to help with the delivery of the project. Come along and find out more on 13th June 3-4pm or 7-8pm. Email info@MSDSMarine.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a cost?
The workshop is FREE! We come with all our own staff and equipment.
What about DBS checks and insurance?
All our staff are DBS checked and insurance is provided.
What age are workshops suitable for?
The workshop can be tailored for any age group, Key Stage or subject focus.
Archaeology can excite learners as a unique subject and help develop wide range of skills. It can also easily be incorporated into various subjects: Maths, Art, Geography, Social Studies and Science. There is a little bit of everything in Archaeology!
Heritage Hive Event Information
