Andrew is the Community Archaeologist for Kent County Council and a keen activist for inclusivity in active fieldwork
Kent County Council’s (KCC) Community Archaeologist Andrew Mayfield has been honoured at the Marsh Community Archaeology Awards 2022.
Run in partnership with the Council for British Archaeology and celebrating individuals who carry out exceptional archaeological work within their communities and who help to sustain cultural heritage for future generations, Andrew went home with the Community Archaeologist of the Year prize.
The award was presented for the first time in 2014 and recognises an individual who has inspired others to share their love of archaeology and promote the heritage of their local area.
Andrew’s archaeological career began as a volunteer before he studied the subject at university. He joined KCC in 2004, becoming the community archaeologist for the Heritage Conservation Team in 2009. Since then, he has sought to encourage and support others who wish to get involved in the field.
The 44-year-old, has successfully obtained National Lottery Heritage Fund grants for projects developed with and for local volunteers based on their interests.
He continues to support the incredible work of the Shorne Woods Archaeology Group, is President of the Isle of Thanet Archaeological Society, a Young Archaeologist Club leader and a Trustee of the Enabled Archaeology Foundation.