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# Mary-Ann Ochota

Anthropologist, Archaeologist, Writer, Broadcaster

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## Posts

- [President of CPRE](https://www.maryannochota.com/1328-2/) - New President of CPRE, the Countryside Charity! I'm thrilled to announce that I've just been elected President of CPRE The countryside charity. So much important, generation-shaping work to do, to protect the countryside and deliver much needed future-focused solutions: A thriving countryside underpins everything important: housing, climate, energy, nature, food, access, health and the economy.
- [Spot me in Life of a Mountain: Helvellyn on BBC4](https://www.maryannochota.com/life-of-a-mountain-helvellyn/) - 'Life of a Mountain: Helvellyn' - featuring all those who live, work, care for and play around this iconic peak. I explore the history of the fells
- [Ambassador for the Ridgeway National Trail!](https://www.maryannochota.com/ambassador-for-the-ridgeway-national-trail/) - I'm proud to announce I'm the Ridgeway Trail's Anniversary Patron!
- [Archaeology - the human story](https://www.maryannochota.com/archaeology-the-human-story/) - Those Who Came Before Us: An archaeologist's adventure through Jordan.
- [Upcoming live storytelling show at Butser Ancient Farm](https://www.maryannochota.com/storytelling-butser/) - Tickets now on sale for live archaeology storytelling, Friday 26th May, at Butser Ancient Farm in Hampshire

## Pages

- [Mary-Ann Ochota Home](https://www.maryannochota.com/) - Mary-Ann is a TV presenter, award-winning writer and strategic advisor specialising in archaeology, anthropology, science communication and the outdoors.
- [Events](https://www.maryannochota.com/events/) - Emergent Generation Gathering 2025 Thursday 11 Sept 2025 – Sunday 14 Sept 2025 Conygree Farm, Aldsworth, Cheltenham GL54 3PW I’ll be speaking at Emergent Generation’s gathering that brings together their network of 18 – 35 year old young farmers, growers, advisers, entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, vets, chefs, artists, educators, campaigners, students, and the curious. This year
- [Contact](https://www.maryannochota.com/contact/) - Media enquiriesKnight Ayton Management tel +44 (0)20 3795 180 www.knightayton.co.uk Literary enquiriesAntony Topping at Greene & Heaton Tel +44 (0)20 8749 0315 www.greeneheaton.co.ukAlternatively, drop me a line on the form below. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
- [Signed Books](https://www.maryannochota.com/books/)
- [About](https://www.maryannochota.com/about/) - I am Mary-Ann Ochota (pronounced O-HOT-AH). My mum is Indian, my Dad is Polish, I was raised in northwest England and I have family all over the world. This international heritage stirred my interest in the peoples of the world from a young age. That, and a TV documentary about child sacrifice. My most recent
- [News](https://www.maryannochota.com/news/) - View allAdventuresCorporateEventsNewsTVVideos CorporateNews President of CPRE New President of CPRE, the Countryside Charity! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve just been elected… Read more EventsNews Upcoming live storytelling show at Butser Ancient Farm Tickets now on sale for live archaeology storytelling, Friday 26th May, at Butser Ancient Farm in… Read more AdventuresCorporateNews Ambassador for the
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- [Signed BOOK BUNDLE: Secret Britain & Hidden Histories](https://www.maryannochota.com/product/book-bundle-secret-britain-hidden-histories/) - For hundreds of thousands of years our ancestors have walked these isles burying, dropping and throwing away their belongings. Now these treaures lie waiting for us, keeping their secrets until we uncover them once again. Britain's Secret Treasures profiles eighty of the most fascinating finds ever discovered by members of the public. From hoards of Roman gold and Bronze Age drinking vessels to tiny Viking spindle whorls and weapons from dozens of wars, all manner of treasures are described here. Some help prove that our ancestors were alive over half a million years ago, some saw their modern-day finders receive a generous reward, all provide an insight into the wonderful, dynamic, colourful history of our nation. Books will be signed. if you'd like a dedication, let me know. NOTE: Unfortunately I have to pass on the costs of postage, which are a bit astronomical. If the costs are a deal breaker then I totally understand and would urge you to support your local independent bookshop and buy direct from them. Most will be happy to order a copy for you if they don't already have one in stock. That big well-known online retailer has them too... POSTAGE: to the UK - £4 / to the EU - £11 / to the US - £25 / to the rest of the world - £20
- [The English Path](https://www.maryannochota.com/product/the-english-path/) - Signed copy of the new edition of The English Path by Kim Taplin, with an introduction by Mary-Ann Signed copy of The English Path
- [Signed copy of Secret Britain](https://www.maryannochota.com/product/secret-britain/) - Buy a signed archaeology book by Mary-Ann Ochota. Get a personal dedication. Perfect for Mystic Britain and Time Team fans!
- [Signed copy of Hidden Histories](https://www.maryannochota.com/product/signed-copy-of-hidden-histories/) - Handsome paperback edition of Hidden Histories. Wherever you go in Britain there’s history woven into the landscape around you – in the shape of a field, the wall of a cottage, a standing stone or churchyard, even in the grass under your feet… This giftable book is your guide to that historic landscape! Packed with clues to look for, other features it might be, and finest sites to explore, this will be a companion on lazy evenings 'armchair' exploring, and a practical field guide to help you know what to look for and what it's telling you. Books will be signed. if you'd like a dedication, let me know! NOTE: Unfortunately I have to pass on the costs of postage, which are a bit astronomical. If the costs are a deal breaker then I totally understand and would urge you to support your local independent bookshop and buy direct from them. Most will be happy to order a copy for you if they don't already have one in stock. That big well-known online retailer has them too... POSTAGE: to the UK - £4 / to the EU - £11 / to the US - £25 / to the rest of the world - £20

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