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A Watching Brief is a specialist archaeological service provided during construction or development work to ensure that any unexpected discoveries are carefully documented. When there’s a chance that significant archaeological remains could be disturbed during a project, a trained archaeologist is present on-site as work progresses. This allows us to identify, record, and protect valuable heritage that may lie beneath the surface, all without interrupting the overall development.

Our team adheres to the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists’ standards, ensuring each Watching Brief is conducted with the highest levels of professionalism and ethical care. With a Watching Brief in place, developers can meet planning requirements and contribute to heritage preservation, all while keeping impacts on project timelines and budgets minimal.

Heneb carries out Watching Briefs for projects of all sizes—from large-scale developments to smaller works, such as home extensions—recording any unexpected finds to the highest standards. To learn more about how a Watching Brief can support your project, please contact us to discuss how we can assist.

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