What is YAC?
The Young Archaeologists’ Club (YAC) is the only UK-wide club where 8–16 year olds can participate in real archaeology and discover why it matters.
If you want to become a professional archaeologist in the future or just feel like taking up an amazing new hobby, YAC is the right place for you!
We have over 70 clubs throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, run by over 500 dedicated volunteers.
The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) supports the volunteers to deliver over 10,000 archaeology and heritage-based activity places each year.
For more information please visit our own website!
YAC Projects
Our YAC members take part in all sorts of fantastic, hands-on activities, such as excavation, working with artefacts, visiting historical sites and undertaking experimental archaeology.
We explore all eras of human history, such as the Romans, Vikings, Ancient Egyptians and Victorians.
A highlight of YAC’s recent projects was the @eh_shoutoutloud-funded “Caught in a Treacherous Tudor Web” launched on 20/11/21. Showcasing 24 pieces of artwork created by the talented members of our Colchester Young Archaeologists’ Club.
Read the blog to learn about this and lots more!
Benefits of being a member of YAC
As a YAC member, you will also have access to the YAC Pass, which gives you free or discounted entry to hundreds of heritage sites across the UK, including those run by English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland and Cadw.
CAT’s very own Roman Circus House is included in the YAC Pass!
How to Join YAC
If any young people are interesting in joining, please click here for more information.
FAQ for the kids here
FAQ for the grown ups here
Or contact us via email: yac@catuk.org
