HS2: Vast Roman settlement found by archaeologists

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Archaeologists believe the roundhouses date back to about 400 BC

James West said this was one of the most impressive sites that had been discovered during HS2 excavations

The site, known as Blackgrounds after the black soil found there, is near the villages of Edgcote and Chipping Warden.Walls of a domestic building were uncovered during the archaeological excavation in south Northamptonshire The team uncovered a 10m wide Roman road, described as "exceptional in its size", running through the site.HS2 archaeologists found evidence of workshops, kilns, several "beautifully preserved wells" and fiery red-coloured earth, which indicates activities such as bread-making and metal work occurred.Alongside the coins found, glass vessels, highly decorative pottery, jewellery and evidence of make-up was uncovered.

 

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