Our chief functions are:
to maintain a comprehensive inventory of
Peterborough's archaeological heritage and historic landscape - the
Peterborough City Council Historic
Environment Record;
to provide advice to planners, developers and archaeological
contractors working within the Peterborough area;
to promote Peterborough's heritage by providing advice,
walks, talks, publications, exhibitions, events, etc;
to work in partnership with landowners, farmers and environmental
agencies to encourage the beneficial management of Peterborough's
historic landscape.
Peterborough has had a long history of
archaeological
investigation. Many finds and excavation archives are
held at Peterborough Museum. We have detailed reports of past
discoveries, and you can also
find information about current
investigations in the Peterborough area by contacting us.
If you are a student, private researcher,
teacher, prospective developer, land owner, or just someone who
wants to know more about Peterborough's ancient past, browse this
site, or contact us.