More than 800 objects unearthed near Melsonby show the north was ‘definitely not a backwater’ 2,000 years agoOne of the biggest and most important iron age hoards ever found in the UK has been revealed, potentially altering our understanding of life in Britain 2,000 years ago.More than 800 objects were unearthed in a field near the village of Melsonby, North Yorkshire. They date back to the first century, around the time of the Roman conquest of Britain under Emperor Claudius, and are almost certainly associated with a tribe called the Brigantes who controlled most of northern England. Continue reading...
An unprecedented Iron Age hoard of over 800 objects, including wagon/chariot parts, horse harnesses, spears, and cauldrons, was discovered near Melsonby, North Yorkshire. Dating back to the 1st century and linked to the Brigantes tribe, the find challenges the perception of northern Britain as an impoverished backwater, suggesting it was interconnected, powerful, and wealthy. The hoard, valued at £254,000, may lead to a reassessment of wealth, status, trade, and travel among Iron Age tribes and will be subject to fundraising to secure it for the nation.
