Plymouth & District Archaeological Society (PDAS) consists mainly of amateur members with an enthusiastic interest in a wide range of archaeological disciplines. We wish to share our enthusiasm for archaeology in general and provide better knowledge and support for the abundant local sites in our area.

Visitors are invited to attend any of our regular meetings (coach trips require pre-booking) and we hope you will be tempted to become a full member. PDAS is open to all to apply for membership (membership information).

P.D.A.S. organise monthly winter lectures by invited guest speakers (winter programme). The summer programme consists of visits to local sites of interest. These are usually guided by experts with local knowledge of the site concerned (summer programme). The summer programme is augmented by coach trips to sites a little further afield. These are usually day trips but can occasionally involve a weekend away.

We also organise workshops to benefit those with a practical interest in archaeology. In the past these have included - surveying for archaeologists, geophysics and pollen analysis (archaeology workshops).

Any damage or threats to archaeological sites should be reported urgently to either The City Archaeologist based in the Planning Dept (01752 305433) or the City Museum (01752 304774). Archaeological finds should be reported to the City Museum.

Plymouth & District Archaeological Society

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NEXT SITE VISIT - MONDAY 5th JULY

Summer Programme 2010

Now Available

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Monday 5th July
PENTILLIE CASTLE GARDENS
Coordinator: Janet Cambridge

Mr or Mrs Coryton, the owners, will give us a short talk about the House and Gardens, then there will be a guided tour of the estate and gardens (designed by Repton in 1809), possibly with long and short options. The walks, with panoramic views over the Tamar, up to about 3 miles maximum, will include uneven paths and some uphill and downhill sections, so please wear suitable footwear. Advance booking, with payment of £8 per person, member or visitor alike, is required. This includes entry to the Estate and tea and cake refreshment. Please be prepared to remove boots or bring a change of footwear in case tea is in the house. Please send the booking form with payment and SAE to Janet Cambridge before 28th June. Enquiries to Janet at 01752 669 737. Meet at 6.30pm at Paynter’s Cross (SX 399 641) at the entrance to the Estate, where instructions on parking will be given.

[ Advance Booking Required - click here for printable booking form. ]

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