A multitude of designations
Channel: Recording Archaeology
Date: 2017-06-07

This paper will attempt to unpick the complexities of multiple designations often present in Protected Landscapes. It will demonstrate, through practical examples from north-east Wales, how it is possible to use this to benefit the historic environment. It will also show how good management of the archaeology can be used to support designation.
The paper will evaluate work carried out through the Lottery-funded Heather and hillforts project and the newly started Our picturesque landscape project, as well as smaller-scale site-based conservation projects. The sites are important but people are even more so? Get the human relationships right and the historic environment will benefit? In these complex landscapes it is important to understand the needs and constraints experienced by other professionals, to know when to compromise and when the only route is to ‘dig your heels in’.

Fiona Gale, Denbighshire County Council