Specialist Archaeological Excavation in Devon & Cornwall
Expert archaeological groundworks, trial trenching, and ground investigation services. Working with archaeologists, universities, and planning authorities across Devon & Cornwall.
Professional Archaeological Groundworks Services
D Hall Plant Hire & Groundworks Ltd provides specialist archaeological groundworks and ground investigation services across Devon & Cornwall. With over 17 years of experience, we work closely with archaeological consultants, universities, heritage organisations, and planning authorities.
Our experienced CPCS-certified operators understand the careful, controlled excavation techniques required for archaeological work. From initial trial trenching evaluations to detailed excavation and recording, we provide the professional plant hire and groundworks support archaeological projects require.
We have successfully completed archaeological groundworks projects working with organisations including Exeter University, county archaeologists, archaeological consultants, and engineering firms across the region.
Whether you need trial trenching for planning applications, test pits for ground investigation, or excavation support for archaeological projects, we provide reliable, professional archaeological groundworks services.
Archaeological Groundworks Services
Comprehensive archaeological excavation, trial trenching, and ground investigation services
Archaeological Excavation
Precise, controlled excavation work for archaeological investigations, working closely with archaeological teams and following strict dig protocols.
Trial Trenching
Systematic trial trench excavation to evaluate archaeological potential of sites prior to development, complying with planning requirements.
Ground Investigation
Comprehensive ground investigation services including test pits, trial holes, and soil sampling for geotechnical and archaeological assessment.
Test Pits & Trial Holes
Controlled excavation of test pits for archaeological evaluation, ground conditions assessment, and utility investigations.
BRE365 Soakaway Testing
Ground investigation and trial hole excavation for soakaway drainage design complying with BRE365 standards.
Strip, Map & Sample
Archaeological watching briefs and strip, map, and sample excavations during construction and development projects.
Planning Compliance
Archaeological groundworks to satisfy planning conditions and discharge archaeological requirements for development projects.
Development Support
Supporting developers and contractors with archaeological groundworks requirements from evaluation through to mitigation excavation.
Need archaeological groundworks or ground investigation support? Get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Request a QuoteArchaeological Project Types
From evaluation trenching to detailed excavation - supporting archaeological projects at every stage
Archaeological Evaluations
Trial trench evaluations and test pit excavations to assess archaeological potential prior to planning applications and development.
Excavation & Recording
Controlled machine excavation for archaeological investigations, working with archaeological teams to excavate, record, and sample features.
Ground Investigation
Ground investigation works including test pits, trial holes, soil sampling, and geotechnical assessment for construction and drainage design.
Development Archaeology
Supporting development projects with archaeological watching briefs, monitoring, and excavation to discharge planning conditions.
Why Choose D Hall for Archaeological Work?
Experienced archaeological groundworks contractor trusted by archaeologists across Devon & Cornwall
Archaeological Experience
Extensive experience working with archaeological consultants, universities, and heritage organisations
Skilled Operators
CPCS-certified operators experienced in careful, controlled excavation for archaeological work
Responsive Service
Flexible scheduling to accommodate archaeological work timelines and planning requirements
Professional Approach
Understanding of archaeological methodologies and compliance with heritage protection standards
Working with Archaeologists & Planning Authorities
We understand the specific requirements of archaeological work and ground investigation projects. Our operators are experienced in working alongside archaeological teams and following excavation protocols to ensure work is completed to the highest standards.
- Experience working with universities and archaeological consultants
- Understanding of planning requirements and heritage compliance
- Skilled in careful, controlled excavation techniques
- Flexible scheduling and responsive to project requirements
Previous Archaeological Projects
Examples of archaeological groundworks and ground investigation projects across Devon & Cornwall
Roman Fort Archaeology
Working with Exeter University on Roman fort archaeology dig
Trial Trenching
Archaeological evaluation trial trenching for residential development
Medieval Site Excavation
Archaeological excavation and recording of medieval site features
Ground Investigation
Test pits and ground investigation for drainage design and site assessment
We have extensive experience working on Roman, medieval, and industrial archaeology projects, as well as ground investigation for construction and drainage design across Devon & Cornwall.
Archaeological Planning Requirements
Planning Conditions
- Archaeological evaluation trial trenching
- Archaeological watching briefs
- Strip, map and sample excavations
- Mitigation excavation and recording
- Heritage assessment support
Ground Investigation
- BRE365 soakaway testing and trial pits
- Geotechnical investigation test pits
- Soil sampling and ground conditions
- Utility investigation trial holes
- Site assessment and investigation
Many development projects in Devon & Cornwall require archaeological work to satisfy planning conditions. We work with archaeological consultants and developers to provide the groundworks support needed to discharge archaeological planning requirements efficiently and professionally.
Archaeological Services Across Devon & Cornwall
Based in Liskeard, we provide archaeological groundworks and ground investigation services throughout Devon and Cornwall. We generally work within 60 miles of Liskeard but will travel further for projects.
Cornwall Coverage
Devon Coverage
We have completed archaeological and ground investigation projects across Cornwall and Devon including Calstock, Ivybridge, Brixham, Polperro, Saltash, and many other locations.
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