Archaeological Discoveries Uncover Ancient Roman Sites, England

Archaeologists have made significant discoveries during recent road upgrades in England, highlighting the rich history of Roman Britain. In Gloucester, a 2,000-year-old Roman service station, or mutatio, was unearthed, providing insights into the daily lives of travelers along a major Roman road, with artifacts including coins and animal bones found on site. Meanwhile, in Cambridgeshire, a rare stone coffin dating back over 1,500 years was discovered within a small Roman roadside cemetery, surrounded by 23 other graves, suggesting it belonged to a person of high status. The coffin's ornate design and associated grave goods, such as drinking vessels and valuables, indicate significant burial customs. Both findings underscore the importance of archaeological work in understanding ancient communities and their practices. These discoveries will be further explored in upcoming episodes of the BBC documentary 'Digging for Britain'.