Ep 10. Kemerton, Worcestershire
- March 7, 1999
In Time Team season 6 episode 10 titled "Kemerton, Worcestershire," the team sets out to uncover the mystery of a buried Roman villa in the quiet village of Kemerton. Although no visible signs of a villa are present on the surface, the team has reason to believe that one lies hidden beneath the soil.
The team is led by archaeologist Phil Harding, who has extensive experience excavating Roman sites across Europe. He teams up with a group of local volunteers, historical experts, and geophysicists with cutting-edge technology to start digging and uncovering the secrets that lay beneath.
The first step in the process involves using ground-penetrating radar to create a map of the area. The team identifies several areas of interest, and everyone gets to work excavating. They soon uncover a wealth of artifacts, including pottery, jewelry, and even a valuable coin.
The team also discovers evidence of an ancient water system and a large ditch surrounding the villa, which they believe was used for defensive purposes. As they continue digging, they uncover more intricate details about the daily life of the villa's inhabitants.
One of the most exciting discoveries comes in the form of a hypocaust, an underfloor heating system that was commonly used in Roman villas. The team carefully uncovers the remains of the hypocaust, revealing a complex network of channels and pipes.
Other highlights of the episode include the team's efforts to piece together the villa's layout and determine how it was used. They discover evidence of multiple rooms, including a large reception area, a kitchen, and several bedrooms. They also find evidence of a extensive gardens outside the villa, suggesting that the owners enjoyed a luxurious lifestyle.
Throughout the episode, the team faces its fair share of challenges, including bad weather and uncooperative soil. But despite these setbacks, they remain determined to uncover all the secrets that the Kemerton site has to offer.
Overall, season 6 episode 10 of Time Team offers an exciting glimpse into the world of Roman archaeology. The team's enthusiasm and dedication are infectious, and viewers will find themselves captivated by every new discovery they make.
