Centuries ago, on the hilltops of the modern-day United Kingdom, communities would trek to the highest points to build their homes. Called hillforts, these ancient fortifications were in prominent ...

Ceramics are one of the most important sources of information for archaeologists. Yet how these objects are produced, especially in the firing stage, has received little attention to date. The ...

A treasure trove of rare jewellery, pottery and some of Britain’s oldest coins have been discovered during building works for a new estate. The artefacts were unearthed in Sutton Valence amid ground ...