Category : Search result: Shropshire archaeology

Iron Age settlement reveals Roman conquest secrets in Shropshire

Archaeologists discover remarkably preserved Iron Age village near National Trust property in Shropshire, offering unprecedented insights into Roman Britain's turbulent history.

Ancient Saudi rock art reveals spectacular animal carvings

Groundbreaking archaeological discovery in Saudi Arabia uncovers vast collection of ancient camel and other animal carvings, offering unprecedented insights into prehistoric desert civilizations.

Ancient Colombian Mummies Reveal Stunning Death Masks

Archaeologists uncover remarkably preserved pre-Hispanic mummies with intricate death masks in Colombia's highlands, revealing fascinating burial practices from centuries past.

Nicki Chapman's Magical Shropshire Mystery Home on BBC

Join TV presenter Nicki Chapman as she explores a breathtaking Shropshire property that promises the ultimate countryside escape in this enchanting BBC programme.

Tiny sandwich shop wins UK Restaurant of the Year 2024

A humble sandwich shop in Bishop's Castle, Shropshire, has achieved the unimaginable - winning the prestigious UK Restaurant of the Year award against elite competition.

Tributes for 'lovely man' killed in Shropshire crash

Heartfelt tributes are being paid to Dean Allbutt, a 48-year-old man described as a 'true gentleman' who died following a collision on the A41 in Shropshire.

Pensioner's 5G mast health nightmare in Shropshire

A 74-year-old grandmother from Shropshire claims a newly erected 15m telecoms mast near her home has triggered a devastating health crisis, leaving her with chronic pain, nausea, and an inability to sleep, in a case igniting the 5G safety debate.

After half a century of head-scratching, locals at The Crown Inn in Oswestry believe they've finally deciphered the cryptic symbols on a mysterious stone monument hidden in the beer garden, unravelling a tale of wartime tragedy and remembrance.

18/09/2025 06:20

Chilean Mummies Predate Egypt's by 1,000 Years

Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.

Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed

Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.

Telford crowned UK's smartest town after record GCSE results

Telford in Shropshire cements its status as England's smartest town after its academy trust's students achieve unprecedented GCSE success, dramatically outperforming the national average and setting a new educational benchmark.

Two killed in Shropshire skip lorry tragedy

Two men have died in a devastating industrial accident in Shropshire after becoming trapped beneath a malfunctioning skip lorry. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the victims in this workplace tragedy.

Idyllic UK Villages Cheaper Than The Cotswolds

House hunters are discovering a stunning region of England offering Cotswolds charm at a fraction of the price. Find out why locals say it's a 'no-brainer' and why Americans are leading the charge.

The Wrekin: A Stunning Shropshire Hill Walk With Epic Views

Escape to the Shropshire countryside for a stunning walk up The Wrekin hill. This guide covers the easy route, what to see, and the incredible panoramic rewards at the summit.

Man jailed for Nazi salute defence in Shropshire

A Shropshire man who claimed performing a Nazi salute was 'a human right' has been jailed for eight months. Thomas Sewell was convicted of racially aggravated harassment in Market Drayton.

Stone Age 'Atlantis' Discovered Off Danish Coast

Marine archaeologists have uncovered a submerged Stone Age settlement in the Baltic Sea, revealing a 7,000-year-old lost world of sophisticated hunter-gatherers off Denmark's coast.

Marine archaeologists have uncovered a submerged Stone Age landscape, dubbed a 'lost world', in the Bay of Aarhus, revealing ancient human activity preserved for millennia beneath the waves.

26/08/2025 09:54

Archaeologists have made a breathtaking discovery in Egypt's Eastern Desert: a lost metropolis from the era of Moses, complete with a sphinx, challenging historical timelines and rewriting ancient history.

26/08/2025 09:27

Dog walker finds charred human remains in woodland

A major police investigation is underway in Shropshire after a dog walker made a horrifying discovery of burnt human remains in a secluded woodland. Forensic teams are working to identify the victim and establish the circumstances.

Teen's JCB rampage destroys new-build homes in £2.5m spree

A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a 'mindless' JCB demolition spree destroyed multiple new-build homes in Shropshire, causing an estimated £2.5 million in damages and leaving a trail of devastation.

Ancient Crosses Emerge from Goodwin Sands Revealing Lost History

A startling archaeological discovery unfolds off the Kent coast as shifting sands unveil ancient stone crosses, offering a tantalising glimpse into a medieval world lost to the sea for centuries.

Student unearths 1,400-year-old Anglo-Saxon gold pendant

A US archaeology student unearthed a 1,400-year-old gold pendant during a university dig in England, in a discovery experts are calling 'truly significant' for unravelling Anglo-Saxon history.

Discover the astonishing Guédelon Castle project in rural France, where a team of artisans is constructing an authentic 13th-century fortress using only medieval techniques and materials. A living history experiment like no other.

23/08/2025 02:16

Ancient 'Jesus Boat' Discovery Rewrites Biblical History

Groundbreaking archaeological discovery of a 2000-year-old 'Jesus Boat' from the Sea of Galilee provides astonishing physical evidence of daily life in the Biblical era. Experts reveal how this miraculous preservation rewrites our understanding of ancient

Man, 22, in court charged with murder of grandfather

Tobias Marcus Nuttall, 22, has appeared before Telford Magistrates' Court charged with the murder of 67-year-old Brian Darby. The alleged incident occurred in Hadley, Telford, prompting a major police investigation. The victim's family has paid a heartfel

Grand Designs' £1.3m Loss: Eco-Home Sells for Just £750k

The 'Bishops Castle' eco-home, featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs, has finally sold for just £750,000 after its owners invested over £2 million and 12 years into its troubled construction, marking one of the show's most significant financial losses.

Ancient Bones Reveal Early Human-Neanderthal Interbreeding

Groundbreaking analysis of 100,000-year-old bones from Israel's Skhul Cave provides compelling new evidence that early humans and Neanderthals interbred much earlier than previously believed, challenging our understanding of human evolution.

A stunning archaeological discovery in the West Bank is challenging long-held beliefs, with experts claiming to have found the true location of the Wedding at Cana, the site of Christ's first miracle.

22/08/2025 02:20

New forensic analysis uncovers the horrific and brutal injuries sustained by King Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, detailing the 11 wounds that killed him in a shocking 'humiliation' of the monarch.

21/08/2025 15:16

A stunning discovery in France reveals the skeletons of 40 'pit warriors' from 6,000 years ago, offering a grim and unprecedented window into Neolithic warfare and ritual.

21/08/2025 13:53