Triskele Heritage is a commercially available archaeological consultancy. We receive dozens of enquiries every week. This page answers some frequently asked questions about funding. It helps us to manage the financial expectations of our prospective clients, in advance, and offers advice on fees and expenses for services.
- What are Triskele Heritage’s fees and expenses?
We do not have set fees and expenses for services. Every quotation is tailored according to our clients’ needs. Each project will be considered according to the service required, the time needed to deliver it, and any associated travel expenses etc.
- How much do you charge for archaeological services?
This will depend on the project brief. We have several archaeological services available. Broadly speaking, fees are linked to the complexity of the project and the time it will take to complete fieldwork and reporting. Simple projects are less expensive. More complex projects require higher levels of funding. Expenses may include travel time, transportation costs, overnight accommodation, and subsistence. Please be clear in your requirements and the location where the project is due to take place. This will help us to provide an accurate quotation.
- What does it cost to book you for a talk?
There is a not unreasonable expectation of being offered a living wage with dignity. Fees will be linked to the nature of the event and time spent in travelling from Nottingham. Expenses may include travel time, transportation costs, overnight accommodation, and subsistence. Please be clear and upfront in the date, time, location, and type of event that you are hoping to organise. This will help us to provide an accurate quotation.
- What are your fees for film and radio work?
Costs will be dependent on the work required e.g. number of production meetings, consultancy fees, whether script-writing services will be required, and any time spent on location. Expenses may include travel time, transportation costs, overnight accommodation, and subsistence. Please provide a clear production briefing. This will help us to provide an accurate quotation.
- What are your charges for writing something for us?
There are various ways that a piece of writing can be produced. These might include a price per word, an agreed flat fee, or a royalty percentage. There may also be a need to fund fieldwork, research or consultancy in some instances. A clear project brief will help us to provide an accurate quotation.
- Do you do freebies?
All labour must be remunerated to ensure a living wage with dignity. So long as there is funding in place for your project then we are good to go!
- I thought archaeology was free – how come you charge?
There are various lingering notions that archaeologists are ‘gentleman antiquarians’, amateur researchers, highly paid academics, public servants, or authors raking in massive royalties… and therefore do not require payment. The reality is somewhat different. Since the 1990s, most archaeologists find work in the commercial sector and provide expertise to a wide variety of clients. Triskele Heritage offer services akin to contracting a plumber, electrician, roofer, surveyor, or architect.
- I’m embarrassed of talking about money – can we avoid that, please?
We are perfectly happy to discuss funding with you based on decades of experience of speaking with clients. This page is the first step in bridging the financial necessaries in contracting archaeological services.
- What do I get for my money?
Knowledge, expertise, and passion. Dr James Wright FSA has been involved with the world of archaeology for 30 years. He has been running Triskele Heritage for over a decade. James has carried out fieldwork and delivered talks from central Scotland to St Helier, and from Penzance to north Norfolk. His broadcasting credits include Time Team, The Great British Dig, Mystic Britain, Blowing Up History, Richard Herring’s Leicester Square Theatre Podcast, History Hit’s Gone Medieval, and multiple documentaries on BBC Radio 4. James’ book – Historic Building Mythbusting – was the runner-up in The Katharine Briggs Award administered by The Folklore Society. He has won the award for Best Archaeological Project in the Archaeological Achievement Awards.
Don’t just take our word for all this, though, here are some testimonials from former and current clients 😊
- Can I ask something about your research / get some careers advice / invite you to be a guest on my podcast?
Sure, drop us a line – no charge!
To discuss any potential project, or if you require any information on our work, please do not hesitate to get in contact.
Header image: Post-medieval coin Hoard from Bitterley in Shropshire (Find ID 430201)
Picture Source: Peter Reavill / Birmingham Museums Trust / Wikimedia Commons
