Founded in 1854, we are a charity promoting understanding of the history and archaeology of Surrey. Join us and take part in research, field work, talks, visits, conferences, and other activities. Members and non-Members are welcomed at our Research Centre with Members receiving regular publications.
Latest and Past Fieldwork
Read about our recent fieldwork in 2024 including excavation, test pitting, and geophysical surveys.
Get involved and help uncover Surrey’s history. We welcome everyone.
Research
The Society encourages private, professional and academic archaeological research into the history and archaeology of Surrey.
Find out how we can support your research and help you reveal more about the history of Surrey
Outreach - Community Archaeology
As part of its charitable objective to enhance public benefit, the Society is wholly committed to archaeological outreach by raising awareness about archaeology and creating more accessible learning opportunitie, both for younger audiences and adults.
Membership
The Society welcomes everyone with an interest in archaeology and history. Membership offers additional benefits including full access to the Society’s publications, lectures, library, research resources and priority access to excavations and guided visits.
Special Interest Groups
These groups specialise in certain periods or areas and offer their own activities. All are welcome. We have activities to suit everyone interested in archaeology or history.
Medieval forum
Roman studies
Prehistoric group
Finds research (AARG)
Industrial history
Local history
Resources
The Society holds a range of resources suitable for desktop research and archaeological fieldwork including an extensive library and archaeological equipment for Society-approved excavations.
Library
The Society has the best specialist archaeological library in the county, and houses an extensive collection of books, journals, reports and maps documenting archaeology in Surrey and beyond.
Publications
The Society publishes several regular journals as well as books about Surrey archaeology and history. Our regular publications include an annual book featuring local research, a quarterly journal and a regular e-newsletter.
Donate
The Society relies on membership, legacies and donations. You can support us by joining, making a donation or leaving a legacy, helping us in our work to uncover and preserve the history of Surrey.
Thank you.
