Cambria Archaeology (Dyfed Archaeological Trust)

(main society website) (contact details)

Aims & objectives

• Work to protect, record and interpret the historical environment of South-west Wales
• Educational and Promotional Role
• Maintains the regional Historic Environment Record.

Geographical area covered by the group

Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire

History of the group

Formed in 1974. One of four Welsh archaeological Trusts. Developed roles of education, outreach and heritage management. Role in the planning process. Charitable trust supported (in part) by grant funding from Cadw and RCAHMW.

Current and ongoing projects

• Migration of Historic Environment Record to web-based software.
• Numerous field projects each year.
• Annual archaeology day schools
• National Archaeology Week

Future aspirations

To continue to enhance the education of the public in Archaeology.

Publications

Produces various publications - see main society website for details