Site Formation, Preservation and Remedial Measures at Silbury Hill

Author(s): M Robinson, Matt Canti, David Robinson, Gill Campbell

The recent internal collapses at Silbury Hill have necessitated a consideration of the impact on environmental remains of the different possible remedial options, as well as providing an opportunity to examine material arising from exploratory interventions. This report brings together the results of these investigations, including material from the recent coring exercise, and from the 1960s excavations. The preservation state of different types of material is discussed, along with evidence for the taphonomic mechanisms that can be deduced from all the available data. Finally, the report attempts to provide a framework for understanding the likely effects of any works carried out.

Report Number:
61/2004
Series:
CfA Reports
Pages:
17
Keywords:
Geoarchaeology Insect Neolithic Plant Remains Pollen Prehistoric

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