AN archaeological dig is already uncovering secrets of Gisborough Priory Gardens’ past.
The first day of the dig by experts from Durham University Archaeological Services has uncovered a section with mysterious stones under the grand terrace. Medieval pottery and glass fragments and roof tiles have also been found.Archaeologists are looking for evidence of the surface of the terrace.
Gisborough Priory Project secretary Ann Roe said: “This archaeological investigation is one of the first stages in the planned restoration of woodland and 18th century gardens on land next to Gisborough Priory.
“The archaeologists will be working in several areas in the woodland. Volunteers have already spent more than 100 hours working to clear the areas where trenches will be dug. Archaeological evidence will be put together with other information to help plan the way in which the gardens will be restored over the coming years.”
The work has been made possible by the award of £21,500 from the Heritage Lottery Fund and a further £3,500 from Guisborough Market Town Partnership.
Mrs Roe said: “A great big thank you goes to all the hard-working volunteers who have helped us to start uncovering these lost gardens over the last few days.”
The dig will continue over the next two weeks and anyone interested in finding out what is happening is invited to come along this Saturday and Sunday to find out more.
Visitors must enter via the English Heritage Gisborough Priory site.
Normal entrance charges apply.
(Evening gazette - 8 March 2007)
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