The Archaeology of Worcester in 20 Digs

REVIEW BY AB The archaeological exploration of Worcester began with antiquarian works several hundred years ago, but the bulk of the research has been carried out since the mid-20th century. These excavations have revealed a wealth of information about Worcester’s past, with extensive evidence of occupation from the Iron Age onwards. Industry played an important role throughout the city’s history, as did its position as a site of military strategic importance, and a religious centre. Other discoveries are more unexpected, including a Bronze Age palisaded enclosure found in a park-and-ride car park, and the remains of a theatre where the famous 18th-century actress Sarah Kemble (later