The SMA

While maintaining a special concern for the medieval archaeology of Britain and Ireland, the society seeks to support and advance the international study of this period (as broadly defined above) in Europe. It also aims to serve as a medium for co-ordinating the work of archaeologists with that of historians and scholars in any other discipline relevant to this field.

Members receive Medieval Archaeology, the Society’s journal (published annually), together with a twice-yearly newsletter.

The Annual Conference is held each year on a specific theme relating to medieval archaeology.

The Annual General Meeting, is held online in early December, and is followed by the Annual Winter Symposium which comprises three talks highlighting new and emerging topics of interest in medieval archaeology.

The Society administers a series of funds which award grants and bursaries to society members.