The Northumberland and Durham Rock Art Pilot Project (NADRAP)
The Northumberland and Durham Rock Art Pilot Project (NADRAP) was conceived in 2000 and managed by Northumberland and Durham County Councils with funding from English Heritage. The project ran for five years and involved around 100 volunteers. New recording methods were developed and over 1500 rock art panels were captured using a variety of approaches including photography and photogrammetry. The current condition of each panel was assessed and potential threats also noted. This information will help heritage managers make informed decisions about conserving and managing the rock panels for the future. A number of specialist studies were also undertaken, including landscape surveys, an analysis of sandstone weathering, and the use of laser scanning for monitoring erosion. The project also sought to involve members of the local community, working with the Newcastle Society for Blind People, and running guided walks.