IntroductionEstablished in 1979, Wessex Archaeology is one of the leading archaeological and heritage companies in the UK, employing more than 320 people operating from a network of six offices based in Salisbury, Bristol, Maidstone, Sheffield, Ruthin and Edinburgh. Our staff deliver heritage risk mitigation services above ground, below ground and underwater through five specialist departments: Consultancy, Archaeology, Geoservices, Coastal & Marine and Specialist Services. We work in partnership with planners, designers, developers and property managers in a diverse range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, utilities, transport, waste, and defence. We deliver high-quality, realistic solutions which help the UK development sector achieve its sustainability goals, recognising and protecting the global significance of our cultural heritage and delivering benefit to local communities.
Wessex Archaeology is also a registered charity, seeking to promote the education of the public in science, the arts, culture and heritage, as well as enriching communities by connecting people with their local heritage. Our public benefit initiatives set us apart; delivering opportunities for meaningful engagement and lasting impact to a diverse audience.
