Archaeology Data Service

Description

The Archaeology Data Service is the leading accredited digital repository for heritage data generated by UK-based fieldwork and research. Founded in 1996, the core activity of the Service is the long-term digital preservation of the data entrusted to the Service's care. To do this, it follows a policy of active data management and curation to ensure the integrity, reliability and accessibility in perpetuity of all the Service's data.

All resources archived with the Service are Open Access, and delivered through its website to facilitate re-use by the heritage sector and wider community. The Service is a world leader in promoting good practice in the use of digital data in archaeology, providing technical advice to the research community and taking the lead in a wide range of research projects. The Service works within International e-infrastructure collaborations such as ARIADNE to explore new ways of connecting archives around the world, creating a genuinely global network for communication that cuts across traditional research boundaries.

Offers funding

No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

Founding year

1996

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University affiliation(s)

University of York
York

Partner Infrastructures

Council for British Archaeology (CBA)

The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) is an educational charity working throughout the UK to to help people, of all backgrounds, experience and participate in archaeology. The council aims to… read more about Council for British Archaeology (CBA)

York

Society of Antiquaries of London (SA)

Based in the heart of London, it is the centre of antiquarian learning, discovery and community. As a royal learned society, its Fellows have been inspiring scholarship, debate and research for over 3… read more about Society of Antiquaries of London (SA)

London

Historic Environment Scotland (HES)

Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body set up to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment. It ensures the historic environment is cared for, valued and en… read more about Historic Environment Scotland (HES)

Edinburgh

Historic England

Historic England is the public body that helps people care for, enjoy and celebrate England's spectacular historic environment. It protects, champions and saves the places that define who we are and w… read more about Historic England

London