
Digging for Britain — Season 6
Join renowned professor and archaeologist Alice Roberts as she delves into the groundbreaking discoveries that captivated the world in 2017. This series unveils a fascinating collection of recent digs and unearthed artifacts, offering a fresh look at some truly remarkable archaeological breakthroughs.

Archaeological discoveries are revealing fresh insights into the Viking incursions into Britain, with compelling new evidence suggesting that the celebrated Avebury stone circle served not only as a sacred space but also as a settlement whe…

A remarkable trove of Roman writing tablets has been discovered in Britain, offering unprecedented glimpses into the daily life of Roman London. Off the Kent coast, a major marine excavation in the English Channel – the largest of its kind…

At Vindolanda, amidst the turmoil of a British rebellion, Alice uncovers remarkably preserved writing tablets, swords, and everyday objects left behind by the Romans. On the Scottish island of Iona, vestiges of a monastery and pilgrimage si…

Professor Alice Roberts unveils the overlooked history of the Roman Army’s secret weapon in Britain: its cavalry. These formidable horsemen were instrumental in safeguarding Hadrian's Wall, the Roman Empire’s most celebrated fortification. …


