Archaeology Lectures

Archaeologist Sam Wilson gives an introduction to the Waterloo Uncovered project, including a summary of our most exciting archaeological discoveries on the battlefield.

Professor Tony Pollard sets the scene for the bitter and bloody fighting that consumed the Chateau of Hougoumont, one of the Duke of Wellington’s key allied positions.

Learn why the area just beyond the wall of the formal garden of a Belgian Chateau became known as the 'Killing Ground', with Professor Tony Pollard.

Our Archaeological Director Professor Tony Pollard explains how the French attempted to break through the North Gate of Hougoumont Farm during the Battle of Waterloo.

Professor Tony Pollard combines the archaeological evidence and historical accounts to explain the bloody battle that took place in the gardens of Hougoumont

Phil Harding talks us through the battle within a battle that took place at Waterloo for the North Gate of Hougoumont Farm. 

Find out more about the buttons of Hougoumont, lost during the Battle of Waterloo and rediscovered during our excavation at the famous North Gate.

Dr Stuart Eve takes us on a tour of a virtual Hougoumont farm, courtesy of Pan Immersion.