Hundreds of people took time out to discover some of the secrets of east Kent’s past on Thanet’s big dig at the weekend.
Giving the thumbs up are 10-year-old Samuel Bordas, left, and his dad, Chris Smith, from Second Avenue, Cliftonville, who joined other volunteers working on the community excavation.
10-year-old Samuel Bordas, left, and his dad, Chris Smith, from Second Avenue, Cliftonville
Kent County Council principal archaeological officer Simon Mason said: “Everyone really enjoyed themselves. We were pleased that they had the chance to see their local heritage. I had lots of positive comments.”
The dig is the biggest in the country this year and has attracted more than 100 volunteers.
Another open day is planned in June before construction work begins in earnest on the East Kent Access road between Ramsgate and Sandwich.
My wife and i found our visit to be most
informative and enjoyable particualy site 13.
Looking foreward to the next one.
A fantastic day, the kids had a brilliant time making pots and trowelling for finds and we enjoyed the opportunity to visite both zone 13 & 23. Thank you to all who worked so hard to make it a huge success. We look forward to the June event.