Medieval History
Three ancient burials have been unearthed at Lichfield Cathedral. It follows an archaeological investigation in the Chapter House by Cathedral Archaeologist Kevin Blockley.
For the last 750 years, two of the skeletons have lain just below the floor of the Chapter House, which was originally built in the 1240s. The dig was in preparation for the Staffordshire Hoard Temporary Exhibition which is due to take place later this summer.
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Medieval History
Ancient burials found under Lichfield Cathedral
Three ancient burials have been unearthed at Lichfield Cathedral. It follows an archaeological investigation in the Chapter House by Cathedral Archaeologist Kevin Blockley.
For the last 750 years, two of the skeletons have lain just below the floor of the Chapter House, which was originally built in the 1240s. The dig was in preparation for the Staffordshire Hoard Temporary Exhibition which is due to take place later this summer.
Click here to read this article from the BBC
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From Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery - This video shows the conservation team's involvement with the setting up of the Staffordshire Hoard exhibition at Lichfield Cathedral. This includes checking on the condition of the objects to ensure that...
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