The Rosemary Cramp Fund

The Rosemary Cramp Fund was set up on the retirement of Professor Rosemary Cramp from the Chair of Archaeology at Durham University to honour her many achievements and contributions to archaeology and the heritage. The Fund makes grants to individuals and organisations, especially students and early career researchers, from within and beyond Durham University who put forward projects that fall within its scope; and where there is a strong emphasis on innovation.

The main area of interest of the fund is the archaeology and heritage of Britain and Ireland, with a particular emphasis on Northern Britain between AD 400 and 1100.  Proposals to assist student research projects are especially welcome, though organisations and other individuals are also encouraged to apply.  Student tuition fees and ongoing subsistence costs are not eligible for support, nor will archaeological excavation normally be eligible.

There is no formal financial limit on the amount that can be requested from the Rosemary Cramp Fund; however, applicants should note that previous awards have typically been in the range of £50–£200. Applications submitted for the May 2026 deadline may be retrospective, covering eligible costs incurred from the 1^st of January 2026 onwards.

  A list of past recipients and their projects can be viewed here: Rosemary Cramp Fund Past Recipients 

The deadline in 2026 is the 31^st of May. Please use the link or QR code below to apply online.

Rosemary Cramp Fund Application Form 2026

REFERENCES ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT. YOUR REFEREE SHOULD COMPLETE THE CONFIDENTIAL Rosemary Cramp Referee Form AND SUBMIT THIS TO CASSANDRA HODGKISS 

cassandra.hodgkiss@durham.ac.uk

BY THE 31^st OF MAY 2026.

We welcome donations to The Rosemary Cramp Fund. The fund has supported numerous student projects, research and events nationwide and further afield for over 20 years.