Research Frameworks

York Archaeology develops Research Frameworks in partnership with other organisations to guide future projects.

Research Strategy

We have a research strategy that identifies key areas for focus. Our goal is to benefit communities by creating opportunities to learn about and engage with heritage.

As part of this, we focus on three main themes:

  • Understanding our past
  • Conserving our heritage
  • Supporting research and best practice
Click here to view our Research Strategy

Research Frameworks

York Archaeology leads the development of regional and local frameworks for the Regional Frameworks Network on behalf of Historic England for the Regional Frameworks Network. The frameworks guide research and help manage heritage across the UK.

Key frameworks we have developed include:

York City Deposit Model Project

Deposit Modelling Project

The York City Deposit Model Project, funded by Historic England, brings together York Archaeology, AOC Archaeology, and City of York Council. The project creates a new model of archaeological deposits across York to help plan and manage heritage effectively.

The new deposit model maps:

  • Maps archaeological deposits
  • Sediments with palaeoenvironmental potential
  • Waterlogging and/or organic preservation
  • Pre-urban ‘natural’ topography from multiple data sources

This model ensures that nationally important heritage assets are managed properly. It also supports better decision-making, development design, and reconstruction of York’s past landscapes.