The following FAQs should answer some of the things about archaeology that commonly puzzle Time Team viewers.

How do you get into archaeology?

What is 'treasure trove' and if I find 'treasure' can I keep it?

What should I do if I make any archaeological finds?

What is Time Team's opinion of metal detectorists?

How can archaeologists tell so much from such small pieces of pottery and other tiny bits of evidence?

Why is archaeology always buried?

How are archaeological sites formed?

Do you need special permission to excavate human remains?

What happens if you come across human remains unexpectedly?

Isn't it disrespectful to dig up burials? Why don't archaeologists just leave them in the ground?

What happens to the bones afterwards?