The Archive exists due to the dedication of Richard Roberts, an enthusiastic collector of ‘stuff’.

Our collection is comprised of over 100,000 items. Each requires careful identification, cataloguing, and preservation. Our collection is split into several categories so you can choose one that interests you most or work with them all!

The kind of activities you could get involved in include:

• Preparation - duplicate & quality checks, de-stapling, identification

• Cataloguing - adding to database, scanning/photographing

• Filing - adding to the collection storage area

Collection categories:

• Print publications – books, magazines, brochures, catalogues, ephemera

• Product files – individual advertisements organised by company

• Transport photographs - individual photographs from a range of eras that require date/vehicle identification and cataloguing. This would be a great option for anyone interested in a remote role they can do at home!

• Breweriana - beer mats, beer glasses, pub advertising

• Objects - signage, promotional items