Worcestershire Archaeology

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.

Jo joined Worcestershire Archaeology in 2021 having previously worked on sites covering a range of historic periods and type, from Roman villas and monastic sites to Iron Age Hillforts and Saxon cemeteries. They have a particular interest in environmental archaeology and as well as working in the field they assist our Senior Environmental Archaeologist the processing and sorting of samples

John was a late convert to Archaeology and after completing his degree at Worcester University he joined Worcestershire Archaeology in 2021. He has an interest in Roman Worcestershire and is at his happiest digging deep ditches.

Kerry graduated from University of Worcester in 2011 when during her studies, also gained experience in archaeological fieldwork by volunteering and joining contracts. In 2020 she joined the team. She has nearly 10 years of experience working in museums and is also currently Curatorial Officer for Museums Worcestershire, specialising in documentation and collections.

Laura has over 20 years experience in the identification and analysis of artefacts, with particular specialism in later prehistoric, Roman and medieval pottery and ceramic building materials. She has published works on urban and rural excavations, and kiln sites in the Midlands and north west.

From a fine art background, Laura discovered archaeology on a snow swept excavation on Dartmoor in January 1985. She has been working in archaeological illustration since then and has built up a variety of design, illustration and computing skills. She is an active member of a number of national professional organisations.