Fossils

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

Somerset

Two Somerset Beaches Are a Fossil Hunter’s Paradise

Beachcombing just got a lot more exciting for fossil enthusiasts in Somerset. While many people stroll along the English coast unaware, they could be walking right past fossilized treasures waiting to be uncovered. Recent …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read