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PM1: How can we find out more about the early post-glacial coastline?
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PM1 – The early Holocene coastline was a dynamic environment providing a rich source of foodstuffs and other materials throughout much of the year. There have been substantial changes, however, to the shape and extent of the coast including the drowning of the land bridge between Britain and the Continent. A more detailed understanding of the migration of the coastline and the taphonomic processes relating to the preservation of the archaeological record must be achieved in the locality and there is a need to address the ongoing process of coastal erosion and its impact upon post-glacial archaeology. A better understanding of wider content of know coastal and sites (e.g. Howick, Low Hauxley, Hartlepool and Redcar submerged forests, Tynemouth off-shore flint scatters) would be useful. The English Heritage Rapid Coastal Zone Assessment (ARS, 2008) has provided a baseline for further research and has helped to identify key areas at risk. Refinement of existing coastal conservation measures would be achieved. A detailed reporting scheme for recovered ‘offshore’ finds should be developed.
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Environmental change
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