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We're Now on Run for Charity!
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We’re Now on Run for Charity!

Want to get fit and raise money for a good cause? Missed out on a place in an upcoming race, marathon or triathlon like the Royal Parks Half Marathon? We're
WU Appoints New CEO
Events

WU Appoints New CEO

In 2024, we will say goodbye to CEO and co-founder Mark Evans as he pursues new opportunities - but will welcome new CEO Abigail Boyle! Find out more about the
Gibraltar Rock Run Returns
Events

Gibraltar Rock Run Returns

On the 21st October, an even bigger and better team will return to Gibraltar for this year's Rock Relay Run!
Through the Eyes of a Veteran: Excavation 2023
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Through the Eyes of a Veteran: Excavation 2023

Steve is a British veteran who joined us for our 2023 dig - find out more about his experience on this year's excavation!
Through the Eyes of a Student: Excavation 2023:
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Through the Eyes of a Student: Excavation 2023:

Lisa is a German student in her third year at University College Roosevelt - find out more about her experience as part of our 2023 Excavation!
Archaeology of Hougoumont | Dig Diary Day 7
Dig Diary

Archaeology of Hougoumont | Dig Diary Day 7

Today, our 2023 excavation drew to a close. Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about our discoveries so far...
Behind the Scenes | Dig Diary Day 6
Dig Diary

Behind the Scenes | Dig Diary Day 6

Go behind the scenes of our press day! Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about our discoveries so far...
Exploring the Forgotten Quarry | Dig Diary Day 5
Dig Diary

Exploring the Forgotten Quarry | Dig Diary Day 5

Today, we take a closer look at the forgotten quarry near Hougoumont farm.  Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about our discoveries so
Bindu's Find of the Day | Dig Diary Day 4
Dig Diary

Bindu’s Find of the Day | Dig Diary Day 4

Tag along as Bindu and Gary go metal detecting and see what they discover! Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about our discoveries
Ukrainians at Waterloo | Dig Diary Day 3
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Ukrainians at Waterloo | Dig Diary Day 3

On Day 3, we meet some of our international team!  Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about our discoveries so far...
The Lost Chapel | Dig Diary Day 2
Dig Diary

The Lost Chapel | Dig Diary Day 2

Today, we began exploring the remains of a lost chapel in the former woods of Hougoumont.  Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about
Breaking Ground | Dig Diary Day 1
Dig Diary

Breaking Ground | Dig Diary Day 1

We're back on the battlefield for a new season of excavation!  Read on to watch our daily video, meet the team, and learn all about our discoveries so far...
Press Release: Ukrainians Find Peace From War on Waterloo Battlefield
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Press Release: Ukrainians Find Peace From War on Waterloo Battlefield

British veterans’ charity adds its support to the Ukrainian war effort
Images of geophysical anomalies on the battlefield
Dig Diary

Return to Waterloo | Dig Diary Day 0

We're headed back to Waterloo for a new season of excavation! Find out where we're going and what we'll be up to below...
UPDATE: Excavation of the Skeleton Discovered at Mont-Saint-Jean
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UPDATE: Excavation of the Skeleton Discovered at Mont-Saint-Jean

PLEASE BE AWARE: This article contains images of skeletal human remains that some may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised.