RiverWearArchaeology

A major research facility, probably the largest collection of late- and post-medieval finds in the North of England: a unique regional and national resource.

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

My new book Pilgrim Souvenirs… brings together years of research into devotional objects from the River Wear in Durham City.

It's now available at the Museum of Archaeology @DUThingsToDo and via Amazon (embedded QR code).🎶 Kaazoom via Pixabay
#Pilgrimage #Archaeology #Durham

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

The Alfred Jewel, Ashmolean Museum, Oxford.

Extraordinary craftsmanship, enduring mystery, and a tangible link to Alfred’s England.

[DCathFriends @DCathFriends]

Sunny day in #Durham today and lots of visitors at #DurhamCathedral too!

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Burnham Overy Staithe sunset 25 May 2026. #Norfolk

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Bamburgh, Northumberland. May sunshine and sea pinks in bloom! Love the contrast of these delicate flowers against the rugged coast and the castle in the distance.
#BamburghCastle #SeaPinks #Northumberland #SpringWatch

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Fox News Digital reports the decades-long mystery of the Archbishop of Canterbury hoard is finally solved — with the full story revealed in my new book.
From discovery in the River Wear to how it got there, a remarkable chapter in Durham’s history...
https://t.co/iuDj1H7DuY

[IMEMS Durham @IMEMSDurham]

Today, the #IMEMSSpotlight is on Gary Bankhead! 🔍

Find out more about Gary's latest publication, Pilgrim Souvenirs, Devotional and Other Objects of Faith (2025): https://t.co/wabkhUora0

[AASDN @ArchandArch]

Today’s World Heritage Day at Durham Castle now includes an expanded line‑up of talks, tours, stands & displays from 11am–4pm. Anne Allen talks at 2pm on 'World Heritage – life begins at 40'. Updated programme here: https://t.co/quXLL9Y5DB @DUThingsToDo @durhamcastle @DurhamWHS

[Nigel J.Hetherington @Pastpreservers]

Wonderful week at Past Preservers, love to see our experts doing their thing!

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Fantastic news for Sunderland ⚓
The Vedra Hylton Community Association has secured 2026 International Nautical Archaeology Foundation funding, enabling further underwater investigations at our Hylton 'Briggstones' & 'Roman' Offerton sites.
More info 👉 https://t.co/geArrRGfbz

[Holland America Line @HALcruises]

@GaryBankhead @PPtravelexpert Love to see it! 🤩🙌

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

What a way to end a trans-Atlantic voyage. The final talk of my series aboard MS Nieuw Statendam played to a packed World Stage. Such an engaged and generous audience. Huge thanks to everyone who came along, and to @HALcruises & @PPtravelexpert for letting me share my adventures.

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Huge validation for Offerton! The latest @archaeologyuk issue features our incredible Roman industrial hub on the River Wear. From 800+ whetstones to rare stone anchors, this project, supported by @ArcDurham is rewriting history. A massive win for community-led archaeology! ⚓️r

[Nigel J.Hetherington @Pastpreservers]

Since starting our partnership with @HALcruises last June, we’ve reached a new milestone: Four experts sailing the globe today!
​A huge thank you to Sarah, Mike, Gary, & Fred for being such incredible ambassadors on the Noordam, Oosterdam, Nieuw Statendam, & Zaandam. #HAL

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Huge validation for Offerton! The latest issue features our incredible Roman industrial hub on the River Wear. From 800+ whetstones to rare stone anchors, this project, supported by @ArcDurham is rewriting history. A massive win for community-led archaeology! ⚓️

[RiverWearArchaeology @DiveIntoDurham]

It’s been a real team effort to tell this incredible objects story…

@durham_uni @ArcDurham @ArchandArch @DiveintoHistory @DUThingsToDo @durhamcathedral @GaryBankhead @FindsGroup

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Marking St Cuthbert’s Day with a find from the River Wear: a late‑medieval pilgrim’s ampulla recovered during a dive beneath Elvet Bridge, Durham City. Stamped with a crowned ‘W’ and bearing distinct bite marks—material evidence of devotion and medieval pilgrimage...

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Marking St Cuthbert’s Day with a find from the River Wear: a late‑medieval pilgrim’s ampulla recovered during a dive beneath Elvet Bridge, Durham City. Stamped with a crowned ‘W’ and bearing distinct bite marks—material evidence of devotion and medieval pilgrimage...

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

🐍 Twin‑Headed Snake Buckle from the River Wear!
Here’s the moment I uncovered a post‑medieval twin‑headed snake buckle beneath the River Wear in Durham — lifted straight from the gravel and added to the growing Durham River Wear Assemblage.
More info: https://t.co/9t6ddTvadI

[Gary Bankhead @GaryBankhead]

Soaring over the ancient pines of Glenmore Forest… and then that moment when the Green Loch (An Lochan Uaine) appears—absolutely magical. 💚✨

The Cairngorms never disappoint.

#Cairngorms #GlenmoreForest #GreenLoch #ScotlandFromAbove #DroneFootage