Archaeology breakthrough at bowling alley dig as experts uncover surprise items
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An archaeological breakthrough has been uncovered at a bowling alley in Weymouth, with experts saying there is "more to come" from the site.
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The dig at the former MFA Bowl in Melcombe Regis, which was demolished last year, has already yielded what experts describe as "significant discoveries" during its six-week investigation into the seaside town's medieval origins.The site is known to hold the remains of three houses and plots dating back to the 13th Century.Professional archaeologists from Context One Archaeology, working on behalf of Dorset Council, will be on hand to share their findings.
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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The excavation has brought to light medieval walls, historic wells, early refrigeration cold stores, along with coins, tiles, pottery and personal items that, according to senior archaeologist Steve Wallis, "help bring past lives into focus".Among the discoveries, Mr Wallis has a clear favourite."Historic well because it is one of the earliest wells dating back...
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