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Pocklington excavations, 34003_014
Pocklington, East Riding of Yorkshire, 2018. Site of an Iron Age cemetery excavated during spring/summer 2018 showing at least 12 burials as well as trackways and enclosure ditches. SE8049. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 23817391
Filename: 34003_014.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (6.8MB)
Date: 29th September 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Emm
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
Archaeology Barrow Cemetery Cemetery Excavation
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This aerial photo print, captured by the talented Emma Trevarthen, showcases the Pocklington excavations in all their archaeological glory. Located in the picturesque East Riding of Yorkshire, this site holds immense historical significance as it unravels secrets from an Iron Age cemetery. During the spring and summer of 2018, dedicated archaeologists meticulously unearthed at least 12 burials along with intriguing trackways and enclosure ditches. This remarkable discovery provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and customs of our ancient ancestors. The composition of this photograph beautifully captures the vastness and complexity of the excavation site. From above, we can see how these burial grounds were carefully laid out within a larger landscape. The intricate patterns formed by trackways and enclosures hint at a sophisticated society that once thrived here. Emma Trevarthen's keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate not only the scale but also the delicate nature of these findings. Each burial mound or barrow tells its own story, offering glimpses into rituals performed centuries ago. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring image, let us reflect on our shared human history and marvel at how much we have learned from sites like Pocklington excavations. Thanks to dedicated individuals like Emma Trevarthen and organizations like Historic England, our past continues to come alive through such extraordinary discoveries.
