Archaeology study on site of possible reservoir

Archaeologists are to carry out detailed site investigation work on land at Clay Hill, just outside Ringmer.

The work forms part of two-year-long planning, geological and environmental surveys being carried out by South East Water to determine if the site is suitable for a new reservoir.

Archaeology experts will use both conventional methods and 21st century technology to carry out the investigations this spring and summer. They will also be consulting with Ringmer Historical Society.

From this week extensive field walks will be carried out to look for any surface finds of importance.

This will be followed up by a team of geophysic specialists who will use technology called magnetrometry to help reveal the extent of any buried archaeological features.