Digging for Britain

S07E02 West

Title: West Plot: Join Professor Alice Robert as she delves into this year's most thrilling archaeological discoveries from western Britain. Each find is captured on film by the archaeologists themselves, offering a unique glimpse into the unfolding excavations. In this episode, we follow a team embarking on the largest maritime exploration since the Mary Rose, uncovering the fascinating history of HMS Invincible. At Silchester, researchers examine a Roman Bathhouse, highlighting the Roman influence on Britain. A hidden military camp in Hampshire reveals the crucial role of German soldiers in 18th-century defense, while archaeologist Raksha Dave shares the poignant stories of those interred in a 19th-century pauper's graveyard.