Lucky Dip: The Melsonby Hoard, 22 October

The Melsonby Hoard is an amazing collection of over 800 Iron Age metal artefacts from around 2,000 years ago. It was discovered to the north of Richmond in 2021, by a metal detectorist. It includes components from wagons and chariots, elaborate horse harnesses, ceremonial spears, and cauldrons, suggesting a highly developed society with international connections. One of the most significant Iron Age finds in the UK, it was secured for public display after a successful fundraising campaign.

At 7:30 on Wednesday 22 October, at Richmond Methodist Church, Prof. Tom Moore of Durham University, will give an illustrated presentation on the extraordinary find. Free to members of the Richmondshire Civic Society, £10 at the door for non-members.

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