Allen Archaeology Ltd

Established in 2005, Allen Archaeology Ltd is an independent, professional commercial archaeological contractor and consultancy. From initial project design, through to final mitigation and reporting, they provide the correct solution within agreed timescales and budgets. With offices across the UK, they provide a full range of archaeological services on a national basis.

Their key aim is to provide a cost-effective, risk-free and time-efficient service for clients, from initial consultation to the fulfilling of archaeological planning conditions. They offer a comprehensive suite of services including site investigation, geophysics, heritage research, digital imaging, and specialist services. Their expertise covers advice for planning applications, archaeological survey, evaluation, excavation, monitoring, geophysical and metal detector surveys, research and report writing, building recording, desk-based heritage impact assessments, reflectance transformation imaging (RTI), 3D photogrammetry, and Structure from Motion (SfM).

They also provide assessment, analysis, and advice for artefacts, ecofacts, and human remains, as well as community and outreach programs. Allen Archaeology understands the importance of meeting project deadlines set by planning authorities or clients. They can provide archaeological mitigation strategies tailored to the specific needs of each development, from single house extensions to large-scale infrastructure projects.

Their experienced team offers archaeological advice at an early stage in the design program, including negotiation with planning authorities, desk-based research into a site's archaeological potential, and fieldwork targeted for swift resolution of planning issues.