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In this bonus episode from the slopes of Divis Mountain, we join Malachy Conway, Northern Ireland Regional Archaeologist for the National Trust, as he shares behind-the-scenes insights from a live community excavation during the Festival of Archaeology.
Malachy takes us on a journey through 6,000 years of human history, from Neolithic pits and prehistoric pottery to 19th-century sheepfolds and modern-day volunteer-powered research. This is landscape archaeology at its finest — layered, complex, and full of surprises just beneath the surface.
🔍 Highlights include:
Whether you're a heritage enthusiast or simply curious about what lies beneath your feet, this episode reveals how archaeology creates meaning, fosters learning, and builds community—one trowel at a time.
🎙️ Recorded onsite with real volunteers and live excavations in progress.
🛠️ Learn more about how to get involved with National Trust NI and explore archaeology in action during the Festival: https://www.archaeologyuk.org
#DivisMountain #MalachyConway #PublicArchaeology #Neolithic #CommunityExcavation #FestivalOfArchaeology #ArchaeologyPodcast #HeritageMatters #NationalTrustNI #CareerInRuins #PrehistoricIreland #Volunteering #LandscapeArchaeology
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In this bonus episode from the slopes of Divis Mountain, we join Malachy Conway, Northern Ireland Regional Archaeologist for the National Trust, as he shares behind-the-scenes insights from a live community excavation during the Festival of Archaeology.
Malachy takes us on a journey through 6,000 years of human history, from Neolithic pits and prehistoric pottery to 19th-century sheepfolds and modern-day volunteer-powered research. This is landscape archaeology at its finest — layered, complex, and full of surprises just beneath the surface.
🔍 Highlights include:
Whether you're a heritage enthusiast or simply curious about what lies beneath your feet, this episode reveals how archaeology creates meaning, fosters learning, and builds community—one trowel at a time.
🎙️ Recorded onsite with real volunteers and live excavations in progress.
🛠️ Learn more about how to get involved with National Trust NI and explore archaeology in action during the Festival: https://www.archaeologyuk.org
#DivisMountain #MalachyConway #PublicArchaeology #Neolithic #CommunityExcavation #FestivalOfArchaeology #ArchaeologyPodcast #HeritageMatters #NationalTrustNI #CareerInRuins #PrehistoricIreland #Volunteering #LandscapeArchaeology

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