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What do we know about UK's largest bronze age find at Must Farm

What Do We Know About the UK's Largest Bronze Age Find at Must Farm? A significant archaeological discovery was made in Must Farm, UK. This site is famous for being the location of the largest Bronze Age find in the country. An exhibition has now been set up in Peterborough to showcase the numerous findings from this extraordinary site. Must Farm is an exceptionally well-preserved Bronze Age settlement located near Peterborough. It was a waterlogged site, which allowed a wide range of organic materials to be preserved in a remarkable condition. This includes textiles, wooden artifacts, and food remains. The excavation of Must Farm began in 2015, and it instantly became an internationally significant site. The finds at this location have given archaeologists valuable insights into the lives and activities of the people who lived there over 3,000 years ago. The site was originally discovered in 1999 when a quarry was being expanded. The initial excavation revealed a series of wooden posts that turned out to be a prehistoric timber platform. However, it was not until 2015 that a more comprehensive excavation took place, leading to the discovery of an entire Bronze Age village. The village at Must Farm was built on a platform that was supported by timber piles driven into the riverbed. The settlement consisted of several roundhouses, built with a timber frame and covered with a thatched roof. The circular shape of the houses suggests that they were used for domestic purposes. Archaeologists believe that the village was home to a small community

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