The Great British Dig: History in Your Back Garden

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Florence Road in Maidstone, Kent appears to be a normal road just like any other. On the surface, it is, but what lies beneath the surface is what is of interest to host Hugh Dennis and his team of archaeologists. The recent demolition of a pub unveiled the buried remains of a Roman bathhouse, sparking off speculation about what else may be buried in the area. Fortunately, the residents of the street are more than happy to give Hugh permission to dig up their gardens to see what treasures they may find.

Benwell, Newcastle: Episode Image
Episode 1Benwell, Newcastle

Hugh and the team attempt to uncover a Roman fort, connected to Hadrian's Wall, that's buried beneath the back gardens of Benwell in Newcastle. (S1, ep 1)

Masham, North Yorkshire: Episode Image
Episode 2Masham, North Yorkshire

Hugh and the team attempt to uncover a Viking burial ground hidden beneath Masham in North Yorkshire. (S1, ep 2)

Lenton, Nottingham: Episode Image
Episode 3Lenton, Nottingham

Hugh and the team unearth William the Conqueror's lost priory hidden beneath Lenton in Nottingham. (S1, ep 3)

South Shields: Episode Image
Episode 4South Shields

Hugh and the team attempt to uncover a secret World War military base on the clifftops of South Shields. (S1, ep 4)

Maidstone, Kent: Episode Image
Episode 5Maidstone, Kent

Hugh and the team search for a Roman settlement under the back gardens of Florence Road in Maidstone, Kent. (S1, ep 5)

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