Archaeological riches found in searches along HS2 route - expert to divulge in Banbury lecture

A lecture about the archaeological riches found during searches along the HS2 route in Banburyshire takes place in the town centre next week.
Dr Helen J Wass who will deliver a lecture about the riches found during archaeological searches on the HS2 routeDr Helen J Wass who will deliver a lecture about the riches found during archaeological searches on the HS2 route
Dr Helen J Wass who will deliver a lecture about the riches found during archaeological searches on the HS2 route

The lecture is by Dr Helen J Wass, head of heritage for the HS2 project. The title of the talk is People, Time, Place: historic environment on HS2. It is organised by Banbury Historical Society and takes place in the education room at Banbury Museum next Thursday, September 10.

Dr Wass said: "Before we build the bridges, tunnels, tracks and stations for HS2 an unprecedented amount of archaeological work will take place - the largest ever programme of investigation in the UK.

"This talk will outline the opportunities and challenges that HS2 offers in terms of knowledge creation, engagement and legacy. With site works now underway there will be recent discoveries to share."

Helen Wass’ interest in the past started early. She grew up in Northumberland so many trips were to Hadrian’s Wall. On HS2 she is very excited about sharing the stories revealed about our ancestors who lived along the route.

Banbury Historical Society will provide a full season of lectures this autumn and winter, despite the current Covid-19 restrictions. The lectures will be given to a small and socially distanced audience. The lectures will also be streamed live via Microsoft Teams so members and others will be able to see both the lecturer and his/her slides on their computers at home.

Members need to book with Simon Townsend ([email protected]) either to attend in person (first come, first served, places limited) or to receive the link to the online lecture.

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