Research News 9

Assesses the threat to Whitby Abbey Headland from coastal erosion using LiDAR techniques. Also evaluates the value of such techniques in assessing other threatened sites.

Notes links between the architecture of the Woolwich Polytechnic, which is briefly described, and the South Bank Centre. PP-B

Describes the survey and record of a new stone row at Warcombe Water of probable Late Neolithic/ Early Bronze Age date. Walkover survey of the area around the row revealed a number of new archaeological features including upright stones, probable Bronze Age field clearance and WWII troop training practice trenches. PP-B

Briefly describes the results of survey work and historic buildings investigation carried out at the site in advance of repair work and improved public presentation. PP-B

Notes the publication of RAF aerial photos of London; the use of hand-held GPS as an aid to the Aerial Survey and Investigation team; the publication of new investigative conservation guidelines; and new aspects of the York 'doomstone' revealed by ongoing recording activities. PP-B