Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Judi Lynn

(162,377 posts)
Sat May 20, 2017, 09:00 PM May 2017

Prehistoric henge discovered in Newbold-on-Stour


20 May 2017
From the section Coventry & Warwickshire


A prehistoric henge, dating back almost 6,000 years, has been uncovered on farmland in Warwickshire.

The site, in Newbold-on-Stour, is earmarked for a housing development.

A geophysical survey led to an initial dig in 2016, but archaeologists have been "excited" to discover what was originally thought to be a burial mound is in fact a ritual gathering place.

Unlike Stonehenge, the site in Newbold consists only of a circular space, surrounded by a mound and ditch.


More:
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-coventry-warwickshire-39985586
1 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Prehistoric henge discovered in Newbold-on-Stour (Original Post) Judi Lynn May 2017 OP
Yes! shenmue May 2017 #1
Latest Discussions»Culture Forums»Anthropology»Prehistoric henge discove...