Iron age hoard found in North Yorkshire could change Britain’s history

[mtk62]

Iron age hoard found in North Yorkshire could change Britain’s history

One 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.

The objects include parts from wagons and/or chariots including 28 iron tyres, elaborate harnesses for at least 14 horses, bridle bits, ceremonial spears and two beautifully ornate cauldrons, one of which was probably used as a wine mixing bowl.

Experts involved in the find, described as internationally important, say the objects may lead to a reassessment of how we understand subjects such as wealth, status, trade and travel among Britain’s iron age tribes.

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/mar/25/iron-age-hoard-melsonby-north-yorkshire

[DrFfybes]

"Change History" - these headline writers should be sacked.

The discovery itself though is very interesting.

Paul