Consisting of around 800 artefacts, the largest hoard of Iron Age metalwork yet found in the UK, the Melsonby hoard was discovered by detectorist Peter Heads close to the possible Brigantes capital at Stanwick in North Yorkshire. It was subsequently excavated by a team led by Professor Tom Moore of the Department of Archaeology, Durham University. The hoard which includes chariot wheels, cauldrons, horse bridles and ceremonial spears is being studied by a range of experts particularly those from the British Museum. Thanks to a public appeal and grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund the hoard will remain in this region in the collections of the Yorkshire Museum in York.
The lecture will take place in LT1, Wilberforce Building, The University of Hull on Wednesday 18 March at 7.30 pm. For those unable to attend we hope to livestream - details will be sent to members with a digital link to join on the night.
Free to ERAS members. £3 for guests.
We look forward to seeing you all there!
WHEN
March 18, 2026 at 19:30 - 9pm
WHERE
LT1, WILBERFORCE BUILDING, THE UNIVERSITY OF HULL