Worcestershire Archaeology

Author of many archaeological publications and editor of Later Prehistoric Research Assessment for the West Midlands. Derek has worked extensively in community archaeology and is a specialist in ceramic research. He has a professional interest in developing standards in partnership with museums to ensure archaeological data and objects are more fully integrated across the collections.

Elspeth joined Worcestershire Archaeology in 2015 with a background in Osteoarchaeology and has worked on a wide range of sites. She leads the fieldwork and post-excavation reporting of archaeological excavations, evaluations, watching briefs, and desk-based assessments. She has a particular interest in the provision of training to maintain standards across the sector.

Graham has been working for the Worcestershire Archaeology since 2009. He has a wealth of experience undertaking varied projects on quarries and developments including watching briefs, evaluations and open excavations. He is also involved in the archiving of completed projects.

Hazel joined Worcestershire Archaeology in 2018 as a trainee after a long career as a classical musician and instrumental teacher. Part-time undergraduate study at the University of Worcester and a Masters in Applied Landscape Archaeology from Oxford paved the way for a career change and she now enjoys working on sites from all periods, but has a particular fascination with all things Roman.

Jamie joined Worcestershire Archaeology in 2015. As a project officer, Jamie leads excavations and a variety of smaller projects, notably the recent excavation of an early Bronze Age cremation cemetery.

Jesse joined the team in 2015 and has a background in commercial and research led archaeological projects across the Midlands and elsewhere. She has experience in leading archaeological projects including watching briefs, evaluations, excavations, desk based assessments and building recording projects in rural and urban settings. She has a particular interest in the architecture of the post-medieval period, and ecclesiastical architecture, as well as post-medieval funerary practices.