PCNP's Archaeology Day November 17th

On Saturday we participated  the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park's Archaeology Day School which is now a  popular annual event.  We joined other heritage organisations in putting up a display - this was organised by Planed.

Introduced by Phil Bennett and chaired by Polly Groom of Cadw (formerly with PCNP)  we enjoyed an interesting day of talks.  It was certainly a varied programme.  The first speaker, Celia Thomas, spoke about how the natural environment can be better understood by looking at history and man’s impact.  Next Mike Parker Pearson presented us with a fascinating report on research into Pembrokeshire’s contribution to Stonehenge, and the discovery of the quarry at Craig Rhos y Felin  which provides an exact match to some of the Stonehenge bluestones. 

After lunch Louise Barker and Toby Driver reported on one of our best preserved prehistoric landscapes – Skomer Island and  Roger Thomas drew the day to a close with a fast forward to the 19^th century with a  look at the fortifications of Milford Haven.  In particular he reported on the work being done to restore the Chapel Bay fort to return it to its original state - I think we must try to arrange a visit there.

The day was organised by Pete Crane, Archaeologist of the PCNP and he was applauded for a truly enjoyable and interesting day.