Cutting A(bbey Road) is creating all the headlines today with Penny’s posthole producing numerous sherds of local medieval pottery and charcoal rich deposits that she can process for seeds and charcoal. Tom and Alan, at the other end of the Cutting, were not to be outdone. They found part of a spout from a medieval jug, externally-glazed bodysherds, a pig’s jaw and some vitrified material. The men’s shed, organised by Billy and Peter, have created luxurious pieces of garden furniture for the team to relax on during the breaks. John Mc Cullen came out to us in the morning to inspire us. We also had visitors from the States and a former member of the Bective team; archaeologist Arlene Coogan who now works with a local archaeological company ACS. More will be added after the Tara lecture at 8:00. See you there!
Billy Sines displays his line in pallet furniture.
Experienced digger (Bective, Newgrange Farm) Donal Lynch joined the team at Beaubec
Archaeologist (and newlywed) Arlene Coogan (left) visited the site in the afternoon.
Medieval pot sherds discovered by Penny Johnston in the northern end of Cutting A(Abbey Road).
Friends and family members of our host John McCullen visit the excavation.
Beaubec Excavations 