AN ARCHAEOLOGY project on the moors above Riddlesden and Ilkley has been shortlisted for an English Heritage award.

The Carved Stone Investigation (CSI) team who worked on Rombalds Moor are now seeking public votes in order to win.

The work of the dedicated team of volunteers has with been recognised with a shortlisting in the Angel Awards, which were founded by Andrew Lloyd Webber to celebrate the efforts of individuals and local groups in saving their heritage.

CSI is part of the multi-funded Watershed Landscape project, managed by Pennine Prospects, which aims to increase use of the South Pennines moors for work, recreation and education.

Over three years the CSI team volunteers, following training in archaeological surveying and recording techniques, charted the condition of almost 500 prehistoric carved stones on Rombalds Moor.

These carved stones are unique and of international importance, and many are registered on national heritage risk registers, but their location makes them vulnerable to the elements and human interaction.

The team of volunteers has recorded the condition of these stones to act as a benchmark for future conservation work.

Louise Brown, Pennine Prospect’s former community archaeologist, said: “The key to the success of the CSI project has undoubtedly been the dedication of the volunteers, many of whom put in a huge amount of time, effort, and tremendous enthusiasm.”

All nominees in the Angel Awards are invited to attend a red-carpet awards ceremony at the Palace Theatre in London on November 3, hosted by Andrew Lloyd Webber.

The winners of each category will be announced, as will the winner of the public vote. Members of the public can vote for their favourite project through the English Heritage Angel Awards website at english-heritage.org.uk/caring/angel-awards/vote2014/