Ancient

Cheddar

Ancient DNA Reveals Earliest Domesticated Dog at Cheddar Gorge

New DNA analysis of ancient animal remains from Cheddar Gorge’s renowned Gough’s Cave has dramatically reshaped our understanding of early dog domestication. A 14,300-year-old jawbone discovered during excavations between …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Sinkhole

Sinkhole Reveals Ancient Crypt in Martock Churchyard

A sudden sinkhole has opened up in the cemetery of All Saints' Church in Martock, Somerset, uncovering a hidden ancient crypt believed to date back over 300 years. The sinkhole, approximately 12 feet wide, emerged on …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Sinkhole

Sinkhole Uncovers Hidden Ancient Crypt at Somerset Graveyard

A large sinkhole opened up unexpectedly at All Saints' Church cemetery in Martock, Somerset, revealing an ancient underground crypt believed to date back to before the 1700s. The hole, approximately 12 feet wide, appeared on …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Roman Baths

Family Fun at Roman Baths' Easter Quest

This Easter, The Roman Baths in Bath is offering an array of activities for families to enjoy. Children can participate in the Archaeology Adventure, where they can unearth replica Roman artefacts in an excavation experience …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read