Getting involved with fieldwork

Maritime archaeology is not just about shipwrecks that lie on the seabed, accessible only by divers. Our coast, rivers and the areas around waterways contain important clues to our maritime heritage. The HWTMA aims to record and preserve this heritage and our network of volunteers play an vital role in our success.

Students surveying a dock complex on the banks of the Hamble River

Fieldwalking along the foreshore, surveying wrecks, recording the remains of maritime industry (including docks, shipbuilding yards and salt works) and the excavation ofa Saxon logboat are just some of the recent projects that our volunteers have worked on. All we require is that you have a pair of wellies and are willing to get stuck in! We run intertidal opportunites throughout the year around the region.

To find out about our forthcoming projects and how you can get involved please get in touch via telephone, (023) 8023 7300 or email info@hwtma.org.uk