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Dig Watch | Modbury: Day 2
The dig is continuing apace here in Modbury, with all the community getting involved. Here's Day 2!
Dig Watch | Modbury: Day 1
We've had a busy first day here in Modbury, join us as the action gets underway!
Dig Watch | Modbury: Test Pit 11 - 3D model
The test pits are now well underway here in Modbury, with plenty of interesting finds cropping up already.While we're busy putting the finishing touches on our Day 1 update, here's a 3D model of Test Pit 11. View the model on Sketchfab: HEREAny guesses what's in the finds tray? Let us kn...
Dig Watch | Modbury: Pottery Preview
As we make final preparations for this weekend's Devon dig, Dani Wootton catches up with local pottery expert, John Allan, for an overview of what we might find and what it might tell us.John is a long time friend of Time Team, whose connections with the show stretch right back to its very begin...
Dig Watch: Spoil Heap Q&As – Ask away!
Another dig means more Spoil Heap Q&As with Derek and Lawrence. This is your opportunity to put questions to the team on site. So what would you like to know?We have some great guests with us this weekend who we're hoping to catch for a chat, including: Dr Richard Parker, historic buildings expe...
Dig Watch: Announcement
It's time for our next dig!We're busy packing our bags and sharpening our trowels for the weekend ahead. No doubt, John's flicking through his Good Pub Guide 2023 to find the chapter titled... DEVON.We'll be sharing an announcement publicly very soon, so please keep it underwraps unt...
Mortar Wreck Reconstruction - 3D model
We hope you enjoyed our latest Expedition Crew outing. If you haven't seen it yet, check it out HERE.We aim to slot more of these in around the main digs, so please let us know what you think in the comments. Your ongoing membership make it possible, so please spread the word to help us develop ...
Final Call... Sutton Hoo Needs You!
Thanks to everyone who has pledged so far to help plank the Sutton Hoo Ship, currently under construction in Suffolk.We've noticed lots of generous contributions rolling in, and the Sutton Hoo Ship's Company really appreciate it, so please do keep them coming!There's just five days left ...
Dig Announcement & Site Wrestle: West Country Village
As announced in our earlier update, we're gearing up for our next three-day dig, and it's happening later this month!In June, Time Team will be descending upon a West Country village, working closely with the local community on classic back-garden archaeology. Together, our investigations ho...
Update and upcoming releases...
Hello to all our lovely members across the globe!As usual, it's an incredibly busy time here at Time Team HQ, so we wanted to share a quick update on some of the activities coming up in the pipelines. Mortar Wreck: The Expedition Crew returns, as Derek and Lawrence join a dive on a 13th Century ...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Trench 2 – 3D model
Here's Trench 2 from our Aldbourne dig with Operation Nightingale, recorded via aerial photogrammetry by Adam Stanford. View the 3D model HERE.This is shows the plan of a hut outlined in brick.Compare this with the model for Trench 1 (CLICK HERE) to see how the construction methods and materials...
Help the Sutton Hoo Ship’s Company raise £50,000 to ‘Plank the Ship’!
Many of us were captivated by The Dig, starring Ralph Fiennes as the real-life amateur archaeologist, Basil Brown, who discovered the incredible 7th Century royal ship burial at Sutton Hoo.The Sutton Hoo Ship's Company is currently building a life-size reconstruction replica of the iconic vessel...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Trench 1 – 3D model
It's time to join us in one of our trenches from Aldbourne, with Operation Nightingale.Here's a 3D photogrammetry model of Trench 1, recorded by Adam Stanford. View the model HERE.The model clearly shows the rows of concrete pads that supported the structure – a notably different construct...
COMPETITION TIME! Celebrating the Band of Brothers Dig
IT'S COMPETITION TIME!We're celebrating our latest dig - the 'Band of Brothers' dig with Operation Nightingale in Aldbourne, Wiltshire.And so we're giving you the chance to *WIN a bundle of prizes, including special edition local beers crafted just a stone's throw from the di...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Tree Carving – 3D model
We know how eager you all are to see the conclusion of our Band of Brothers dig. We've been equally excited to share the daily updates in Aldbourne and are just as sad to see it come to an end. However, the great news is: this is just the start!With Sir Tony arriving on Day 8, we focussed much o...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 8
Guess who's back? Back again. Tony's back! Tell a friend... (Sorry, we couldn't resist.)It has been an amazing eight days here in Aldbourne. A very special thanks to Richard Osgood, Operation Nightingale, all the serving personnel and veterans, volunteers, guests, event partners and peop...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): More Photos
Here are a few more photos from the site, including a certain mystery guest, plus some more interesting discoveries in the finds tray. Again, tell us what you see!
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 7
It's Day 7 in Aldbourne, and there are a few sore heads among the camp this morning, but the dig is gathering pace with more fascinating finds coming out of the trenches.Can you help us identify some of them? Let us know in the comments section.
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 6
It's Day 6 of the Band of Brothers dig and it's really getting going now with a wealth of finds coming out of the trenches.Matt Williams is also joined by Carenza Lewis to help on the dig site, whilst Stewart Ainsworth investigates the surrounding landscape in more detail.Keith Westcott is d...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 5
It's Coronation Day and the clouds have opened here in Aldbourne...Join us for Day 5 of our Operation Nightingale dig.
REMINDER: Opt-in for Flag of Fame 2023 now!
**UPDATE - OPT IN ENTRY FORM FOR THE 2023 FLAG IS NOW CLOSED & WE CAN NO LONGER ACCPET NEW ENTRIES UNTIL NEXT YEAR. THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE THAT SUBMITTED AN ENTRY. STAY TUNED TO SPOT YOUR NAME ON THE FLAG LATER THIS YEAR!**- - - - - -Time is running out to get your name included on the 2023 Flag of ...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 4
It's been another busy day here in Wiltshire. Are you ready for Day 4? Ok, let's do it!
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 3
The story continues in the next instalment of our dig with Operation Nightingale.Thanks for all your great suggestions for the finds tray earlier. Keep watching to see if you were right!AcknowledgementsWith special thanks to:Littlecote House: https://www.warnerleisurehotels.co.uk/hotels/littlecote-h...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Guess the Finds!
Time for some Friday fun to bring us into the weekend...Here's a snap of one of our finds trays taken yesterday. As you can see, we can have a good assortment of objects coming out of the ground. But what on earth are they?This is your chance to put your archaeological prowess to the test!We'...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 2
Join us for Day 2 as the action continues on our Band of Brothers dig with Operation Nightingale.Special thanks to Andrew Smith who found David Kenyon Webster's manuscript, and the Webster family for permission to include it.Official site photography © Harvey Mills: www.harveymills.com
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Day 1
Without further ado, we're thrilled to share Day 1 of our Band of Brothers dig with Operation Nightingale.As you'll see, the finds are already flying in and it's only the first day!Special thanks to Andrew Smith who found David Kenyon Webster's manuscript, and the Webster family for ...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Photos – Trenches Underway!
We're just putting the finishing touches on our first Patreon video update from the field. In the meantime, here are few photos as the trenches gets underway...See you soon!
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Preview and Photos
It's been a busy day here in Wiltshire, with our investigation getting off to a great start. As you can see, John Gater has once again proved himself a master at locating targets of interest (the local pub, of course).Today, Matt Williams was behind the wheel, sharing a special preview of what&#...
Dig Watch: BoB Operation Nightingale (Wiltshire): Site Map – 3D model
We promised to bring you to the heart of our digs, as this image illustrates wonderfully: an aerial photogrammetry model of Easy Company's UK base ahead of D-Day.To view and interactive with the model on Sketchfab, CLICK HERE.Please take a look around and make yourself at home!Keep a look-out fo...
Dig Watch: Digging Band of Brothers (teaser)
The dust has barely settled on our latest episodes and already we're back in the field with more Dig Watch action...We're in for a very special treat over the next week, so clear your diary, dust off your stripey jumper and crack open your rations tin.Time Team has reunited with Operation Ni...
