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Our society is for everyone interested in the archaeology of Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire.

For over 50 years we have been working to bring together amateur archaeologists, professionals in a range of fields, and all those interested in our area’s past and the preservation of our heritage.

We currently have over 250 members. Our aim is to promote interest in archaeology through events, fieldwork, publications and lectures.

We hope to keep the community up-to-date with news and events through our regular newsletters and this website.

ERAS also produces 'East Riding Archaeologist'. Each edition provides analysis and information about archaeology in the area. A catalogue of past editions can be downloaded from our website - click here.

Please take a minute to explore our website and find out how you can become involved


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    Pocklington Heritage Festival - 14-15 November 2025

    Pocklington Heritage Festival.  14th-15th November. This year’s Annual One Day Conference by the Pocklington District Heritage Trust will be held at Burnby Hall Community Hall from 9:15am-4:15pm on Friday 14th November, followed by a family activity day on the 15th from 11am to 4pm with stands from the Battle of Stamford Bridge Society, ERAS and a range of children’s activities.   The conference will be showcasing the district’s rich archaeological heritage within its unique landscape. Tickets are £10 available from RM English in Railway Street, Pocklington or from Eventbrite, East Yorkshire Landscapes Past and Present Tickets.
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    NEW LECTURE SEASON - 2025-6

    Our new lecture season begins on Wednesday 17 September when long time contributor to the Society Richard Lamb delivers a presentation 'Surviving Remnants of a Long-Lost Industry: The Lead Smelting Mills of the Yorkshire Dales'. See our events page for more details. Our newsletter will be available to all members shortly with full details of the upcoming lecture programme as well as the latest news and local updates in the archaeology of East Yorkshire and beyond.
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