Historic Environment Record

The Historic Environment Record (HER) is a database that holds information on known archaeological sites, finds, landscapes, buildings and other aspects of the historic environment.

The Historic Environment Record (HER) is a database that holds information on known archaeological sites, finds, landscapes, buildings and other aspects of the historic environment.

In addition, it contains information on past research and investigations.

The HER is a valuable source of information for anyone interested in the archaeology and history of Redcar and Cleveland.

Computerised details include site type, period, description of known history and condition, and sources of further information.

Searching the Historic Environment Record (HER)

An online search can be requested by email and the result generated dispatched​ by email in the form of excel spreadsheets and a PDF map, which depicts the site locations as enumerated points.

Fees for searching the HER 2024/2025
​​Item​ ​Charge
​HER search and report conducted by RCBC staff (commercial). Response within 10 working days. ​£182 first hour, and £50 per subsequent hours (or part thereof).
​HER expedited search and report conducted by RCBC staff (commercial). Response within 2 working days. ​£282 first hour, and £80 per subsequent hours (or part thereof).
​HER search by appointment or post conducted by RCBC staff (non-commercial).

​Initial first 30 minutes free. £46 per hour thereafter. 

Additional charges for printing and postage & packaging.

All fees are not subject to VAT. 

Further information is available in the documentation below.

For further information about the HER please contact:


Strategic Planning Team
Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council
Redcar & Cleveland House
Kirkleatham Street
Redcar
Yorkshire
TS10 1RT

Telephone: (01287) 612356
Email: strategic.planning@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk