Welcome to the website of Thornborough Archaeology Group

We are delighted to welcome you to the official website of the Thornborough Archaeology Group. Our mission is to explore, help preserve, and promote the internationally significant Thornborough henges and other associated prehistoric monuments.

As a community of passionate archaeologists, historians, and enthusiasts, we are dedicated to uncovering the mysteries of the Thornborough henges and promoting a deeper understanding of their cultural and historical importance. Through our research, educational programmes, and public events, we aim to engage and inspire people of all ages and backgrounds.

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our ongoing projects, upcoming events, and how you can get involved. Whether you are a seasoned archaeologist or simply curious about the past, there is something for everyone at the Thornborough Archaeology Group.

Thank you for visiting, and we look forward to your participation and support in helping us promote and understand the region’s remarkable prehistoric archaeology.



Fieldwalking at Langthorpe

We had a very productive and enjoyable day fieldwalking at Langthorpe on Sunday. For those of you unaware of what is there, it looks to be a massive enclosure with an impressive earthwork, located just across the river from the Devil’s Arrows at Boroughbridge. We fieldwalked part of a large field through which this earthwork…

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Unveiling Kirk Hammerton’s Prehistoric Landscape

A recently published interim report, together with a series of lithic finds, is contributing to a clearer understanding of the prehistoric landscape at Kirk Hammerton and the potential significance of a curvilinear feature identified beneath and around the village. Local investigations Earlier this year, an interim report authored by community archaeologist and TAG advisor Dr.…

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TAG at MABON – thank you!

Thanks to all those who visited our stall at MABON, Thornborough, over the weekend. Despite a very windy start, we managed to set up the stall. Thanks to Mark Carpenter for bringing his great range of artefacts and to Abby and Justin for helping secure the gazebo! Our T-shirts, mugs, and hats will be available…

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