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MOD Wreck Assessments

MOD Wreck Assessments

A chance in 2022 for divers to record and monitor military wrecks and get training in the process. Discover more about our plans here... Read more

Published: 30th September, 2021

Updated: 5th August, 2022

Author: Peta Knott

Sandwich Flats Foreshore Fieldwork

Sandwich Flats Foreshore Fieldwork

No matter whether wooden wrecks, fish traps, metal planes or individual finds are your thing, come and practice your archaeological skills on the beach at Sandwich Flats! Find out more here... Read more

Published: 6th February, 2019

Updated: 21st July, 2022

Author: Peta Knott

Holland No.5 Submarine

Holland No.5 Submarine

The Holland No.5 submarine is a remarkable piece of our naval heritage. She was the first submarine to actually be commissioned in the Royal Navy, on the 19th January 1903 at the same time as Holland No.3. The NAS has been involved in recording and researching the wreck since 2008. Discover more here... Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2021

Updated: 5th July, 2022

Author: Mark Beattie-Edwards

Welsh Wreck Web Research Project

Welsh Wreck Web Research Project

Working with the Malvern Archaeological Diving Unit (MADU) researching shipwrecks in the north end of Cardigan Bay in north west Wales. Please note that now that the "www Research Project" is winding down, we are not inviting any more volunteers onto the project. Discover more here... Read more

Published: 27th March, 2020

Updated: 21st April, 2022

Author: Peta Knott

Dive Trails

Dive Trails

The UK heritage agencies have supported the development of diver trails around the country to facilitate access to the country’s protected wrecks. The NAS has help establish four of the trails as well as three virtual dives that help non-divers experience the pleasure of exploring a historic wreck. Discover more about dive trails here... Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2018

Updated: 10th February, 2022

Author: Mark Beattie-Edwards

Recover Record Rebury Feasibility Study

Recover Record Rebury Feasibility Study

In 2019-2020 the NAS project managed a feasibility study for a scheme of recovery, recording and reburial of "at risk" objects and diagnostic structural elements of the wreck of the London, lost in the Thames Estuary in 1665. Discover more here... Read more

Published: 2nd February, 2021

Updated: 13th December, 2021

Author: Mark Beattie-Edwards

Chesil Beach Protected Wrecks

Chesil Beach Protected Wrecks

In 2019 the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) and the Maritime Archaeology Trust (MAT) ran training activities and series of public events based around the Chesil Beach protected wrecks off the coast of Weymouth. Discover more here.... Read more

Published: 16th July, 2019

Updated: 7th June, 2021

Author: Mark Beattie-Edwards

Traditional Boat Records' Archive

Traditional Boat Records' Archive

In partnership with Southampton University, we're creating an archive of traditional boat plans, digital scans and photographs to make them accessible for public research. We're also training a team of volunteers to make this happen! Read more

Published: 2nd May, 2019

Updated: 15th April, 2021

Author: Peta Knott

Location: Southampton University, Highfield Rd, Southampton, SO17 1BF

Minesweeper MMS113

Minesweeper MMS113

Since 2016 the NAS has been working alongside other interested parties on the remains of what is believed to be a World War II Motor Minesweeper 113. The remains of the vessel lie on the Gosport foreshore on the western side of Portsmouth Harbour. NAS members are helping to record and research the remains of this piece of military heritage. Discover more about the M113 here... Read more

Published: 17th September, 2018

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Mark Beattie-Edwards

Normans Bay Wreck

Normans Bay Wreck

The Normans Bay Wreck, was designated under the Protection of Wrecks Act in 2006 as an English or Dutch ship of unknown identity, dating between the 17th and 18th centuries AD. We have been working on the site with our members since 2010 and now believe that we have identified the wreck. Discover more here... Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2018

Updated: 27th November, 2020

Author: Mark Beattie-Edwards

Community Maritime Archaeology Projects' Map

Community Maritime Archaeology Projects' Map

Check out the numerous community maritime archaeology projects that are taking place around the UK. See which ones are happening close to you! Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2020

Updated: 19th June, 2020

Author: Peta Knott

Big Anchor Project

Big Anchor Project

The Big Anchor Project aims to develop a global tool for the identification of anchors. The initiative is managed by the NAS with the help of various project partners and supporters. The project is building a freely accessible, online database of anchors which can serve as a valuable tool for anybody undertaking research or with a general interest in the subject. Discover more here... Read more

Published: 29th May, 2018

Updated: 15th May, 2020

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  • Photogrammetry in hot water!

    Photogrammetry in hot water!

    International NAS member Dirk Berg is from Germany, but lives in Kosovo and regularly pops over the border for a bit of diving in Greece. He came to the UK for first time to dive on the underwater photogrammetry course, and loved the challenge ...

  • Secrets of old wood revealed!

    Secrets of old wood revealed!

    Being a Londoner, NAS member Paul Harwood put his reliance on public transport to the test to attend the NAS course about old wood at Stoney Cove in Leicestershire. Read more below to find out about his adventures!

  • Our eBay book store

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  • How to make part of a boat... or a beach-hut

    How to make part of a boat... or a beach-hut

    As a NAS member, Ben Saunders recently had the opportunity to participate in a free boat building workshop with the Dunoon CARS project. Here he tells us about his experience that started with a watery commute…

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  • International Journal of Nautical Archaeology

    International Journal of Nautical Archaeology

    The International Journal of Nautical Archaeology is a forum for the exchange of ideas and research relevant to all aspects of nautical and maritime archaeology. Discover more about our journal here...

  • Annual Conference

    Annual Conference

    Tickets Now On Sale... The 2022 Annual Conference will be held in Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Ireland between the 18th and 21st November 2022. We were excited to be in Ireland in 2022 in partnership with the CHERISH Project, Diving Ireland and the National Monuments Service. Discover more about the event and book your tickets here....

  • eLearning

    eLearning

    We are excited to launch brand new versions of our award winning eLearning courses to help you begin your archaeological training from the comfort of your own home. There are three courses available, with each made up of a series of modules which include images, videos, animations and quizzes. Discover more about our eLearning courses here....

  • University Courses in Nautical Archaeology

    University Courses in Nautical Archaeology

    Want to learn more about which Universities offer nautical archaeology modules and courses? Look no further!

  • Join Us or Renew

    Join Us or Renew

    Indulge your passion for nautical archaeology, and help us explore, preserve and record the world’s intertidal and underwater heritage for future generations. Discover more about us here...

  • Under The Water Webinars 2021

    Under The Water Webinars 2021

    In 2021 the NAS, supported by the Honor Frost Foundation, hosted monthly talks on a wide range of topics. The "Under the Water" Webinar Series was open for all to join - dive in to explore the fascinating world of underwater cultural heritage. Discover more about the series here...

  • Dive Club

    Dive Club

    NASAC is a volunteer run archaeological dive club affiliated to the Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) and is run by NAS members for NAS members. Our purpose is to provide project-based archaeological diving opportunities for NAS members. Discover more about NASAC here....

  • Help Save The London

    Help Save The London

    Please help us to raise £200,000 to support the work of The London Shipwreck Trust to advance, promote and provide for the preservation of the amazing London shipwreck in the Thames Estuary and its artefacts for public benefit and to protect it for future generations. Discover more here...

  • Our Mission

    Our Mission

    For 50 years our mission has been to research, record and protect underwater and coastal heritage for the benefit of everyone.

  • International Training Partners

    International Training Partners

    For over 20 years we have be proud to have International Training Partners that teach our courses all around the world. They adapt our core syllabus to their own particular needs and deliver courses using their own preferred sites and facilities. Find out more here...

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Published: 29th January, 2020

Updated: 29th September, 2020

Author: Peta Knott

Join Us or Renew

Join Us or Renew

Indulge your passion for nautical archaeology, and help us explore, preserve and record the world’s intertidal and underwater heritage for future generations. Discover more about us here... Read more

Published: 14th April, 2021

Updated: 24th May, 2022

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