Aims:

To widen public knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of Buckinghamshire’s past through access to information held by the County Sites and Monuments Record (SMR)

Objectives:

• Increase public and educational use of the SMR
• Promote greater awareness and appreciation of local heritage amongst community groups
• Promote access to and engagement with monuments in the countryside

Project Details and Outcomes:

• Internet access to SMR database with user-friendly front-end, map and text searches, illustrated glossary and timeline, graphic materials, 3D reconstructions and virtual reality walk-throughs of key sites, users’ gallery and feedback
• Downloadable schools education modules aimed at Key Stages 2 and 3, supported by teacher’s packs, worksheets and interactive ‘timepod’
• Local community modules on Heritage Resources and Getting Involved in Archaeology
• Public access module with visitor information encouraging recreational use of selected sites
• Improvements to visitor facilities in SMR search room including information panels and dedicated PC

Outreach programme of touring exhibition, illustrated lectures, guided walks and other activities, supported by display boards, information leaflets and audio-visual presentations