Digging for Britain

201112 seriesEntertainment / Factual
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Sky History

Dr Alice Roberts examines the findings and research of British archaeologists over the course of a year. Includes ancient and modern sites, which span the length of Britain.

Britannia: Episode Image
Episode 1Britannia

A newly discovered town in Devon turns history on its head and there's a shocking find by the Thames - almost 100 baby skeletons. (S2, ep 1)

Invaders: Episode Image
Episode 2Invaders

Dr Alice Roberts visits excavations in Orkney and York on the hunt for Viking relics. Finds include an amazing collection of silver and gold. (S2, ep 2)

Age of Bronze and Iron: Episode Image
Episode 3Age of Bronze and Iron

Dr Alice Roberts discovers what Britain was like before the Romans as she examines fascinating finds from the Bronze and Iron Ages. (S2, ep 3)

Ice and Stone: Episode Image
Episode 4Ice and Stone

Alice Roberts learns more about mankind's Stone Age ancestors, and travels to Jersey to meet a team hoping to shed new light on the Neanderthals. (S2, ep 4)

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