Abstract
Historic and nature sites in Britain have long served as spaces for both historical exploration and spiritual encounters. These sites not only provide opportunities for individuals to interact with physical remnants of the past but also serve as a conduit for individuals following modern Pagan beliefs to engage with the numinous and harmonise with the powers of the universe. Over the past two decades, there has been a noticeable evolution in modern Pagan beliefs, leading to an increased prevalence of votive offerings being left at historic and natural sites throughout the country. However, this practice has introduced challenges for the heritage sector, particularly concerning the use of plastic as the material for some of such offerings. This chapter focuses on three popular sites in Yorkshire and Derbyshire, UK, to examine the typologies and distribution of contemporary votive offerings, as well as evaluate the impact of plastic elements on the environment surrounding these sites.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Routledge Handbook of Archaeology and Plastics |
Editors | Genevieve Godin, Þóra Pétursdóttir, Estelle Praet, John Schofield |
Publisher | Routledge |
Chapter | 23 |
Number of pages | 17 |
Edition | 1 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781003272311 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781032223728 |
Publication status | Published - 17 Sept 2024 |