Archaeology and Heritage Services

Our Expert Archaeology and Heritage Services

Ecology Solutions offers a comprehensive range of archaeology and heritage services designed to support development projects across the UK. Working with clients in sectors including housebuilding, infrastructure, energy, and planning, our expert consultants provide tailored advice at every project stage, from initial feasibility and risk assessment to excavation, mitigation, and planning support.

Whether you require early-stage consultancy or full project delivery, our team combines technical excellence with a pragmatic approach, helping you navigate the planning process efficiently while ensuring full compliance with heritage and archaeological regulations.

With in-depth knowledge of national and local planning policies, we work collaboratively with developers, planners, and statutory bodies to deliver commercially focused solutions that protect and respect the historic environment.

Our Expertise Includes:

Heritage support, including:

• Desk-based assessment (DBA).
  
• Heritage impact assessment (HIA).
  
• Heritage statements (HS). 
  
• Walkover surveys.
  
• Conservation management plans (CMPs).
  
• Environmental impact assessment (EIA). 
  
• Historic building recording (HBR) and documentation.
  
• Listed Building and Scheduled Monument consent (LBC and SMC). 
  

Archaeological works, including:

• Geophysical survey and non-intrusive fieldwork.
  
• Archaeological monitoring (watching brief) and clerk of works (ACoW) services.
  
• Intrusive fieldwork, including trial trenching, strip and map, and full excavation. 
  

We understand that each site and development is unique, and our heritage and archaeology consultants provide clear, actionable guidance that reduces planning risk, unlocks site potential, and supports sustainable development.