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Digging for Britain episode 5

History / 6 minutes of reading / May 23, 2023 / By HDclump

Digging for Britain episode 5: Travelling east, Alice discovers a Roman barn conversion, unearths a Tudor fort and finds intricately carved 10,000-year-old weapons. As Alice ventures eastward, she stumbles upon a striking architectural marvel: a barn that has undergone a Roman-inspired conversion. This age-old structure, beautifully restored, pays homage to the grandeur of ancient Rome, bringing its aesthetic into the modern world. Her journey of exploration does not end there; she also unearths an age-old relic of English history – a fortified Tudor structure, preserved with impeccable care. This stronghold, steeped in tales of warfare and diplomacy, […]

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Digging for Britain episode 4

History / 5 minutes of reading / May 19, 2023 / By HDclump

Digging for Britain episode 4: This episode reveals more of the best archaeology happening in the south of Britain. Five miles east of Bristol, hidden among ancient woods are some old ruins which could provide very rare evidence of a skirmish during the medieval civil war between two contenders for the British throne, Matilda and Stephen, in a period known as the Anarchy. This archaeological dig is led by Digging for Britain medieval expert Stuart Prior, who has been investigating if this was the site of a royal hunting lodge that was besieged during that long, chaotic 12th-century war. Alice

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Digging for Britain episode 3

History / 8 minutes of reading / May 18, 2023 / By HDclump

Digging for Britain episode 3: A gatehouse riddled with Civil War bullets, a unique Iron Age shield made from bark and Roman burials with pots where the heads should be. As we delve into the tenth season of the beloved and well-respected program “Digging for Britain”, we arrive at a truly captivating episode – the third out of a six-part series. This episode promises to deliver a rich blend of history and archaeology, unearthing tantalizing relics and revealing fascinating insights about the past. Immerse yourself in the exploration of a gatehouse, a historic site that resonates with the

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Digging for Britain episode 2 2023

History / 6 minutes of reading / May 17, 2023 / By HDclump

Digging for Britain episode 2 2023: In this captivating episode, Professor Alice Roberts embarks on a journey to explore more archaeological sites scattered throughout the country, delving into the mysteries and discoveries that continue to illuminate British history from prehistoric times to the Roman, Saxon, and Tudor eras. On her latest adventure, she ventures to a breathtaking ancient monument that predates Stonehenge, a perfectly preserved 200-year-old mine, and the remains of a once-lost medieval friary. Venturing westward this week, an array of diverse and intriguing archaeological sites awaits Professor Alice Roberts, accompanied by the enchanting musical score provided

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Digging for Britain episode 1 2023

History / 5 minutes of reading / May 15, 2023 / By HDclump

Digging for Britain episode 1 2023: In this exciting new series, renowned archaeologist Professor Alice Roberts embarks on a journey to explore even more archaeological sites scattered throughout the nation. With recent excavations in southern England shedding light on a previously undiscovered Roman town, a hidden Tudor ship submerged beneath a quarry, and evidence pointing to Henry VIII’s financial forgery located beneath the historic Tower of London, there is an abundance of new knowledge to be uncovered. One might assume that we already have a comprehensive understanding of the Roman occupation of Britain. However, the beauty of archaeology

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