Medieval Wall and a Plethora of Discoveries Unearthed in Grimsby Town Center

Hundreds of relics have been unearthed in Grimsby town center during a recent archaeological dig conducted by volunteers from the North Lincolnshire Archaeology and History Society. The dig took place in Bethlehem Street and yielded several intriguing discoveries, BBC reported.

Among the findings was the base of a medieval wall that still bore visible tool marks, providing a glimpse into the craftsmanship of the past. Additionally, the team uncovered a considerable number of oyster shells, glass fragments, pottery shards, and skeletal remains. These diverse artifacts were described as "remarkable" by the archaeologists.

The excavation itself occurred in the back garden of Our Big Picture, an arts and heritage charity housed in a Grade II listed building. This location has served as the site for a previous dig in 2023, during which more than 3,000 artifacts were unearthed.

According to Peter Allen, the site director, there is a probability that the oyster shells originated from a Cleethorpes Oysters shop. This observation is linked to an old picture depicting a shop in the same location where the team conducted their excavation.

To document the progress and excitement of the dig, live streaming of the archaeological activities took place. Furthermore, a family art day is scheduled for later, allowing people to personally witness the discoveries and even handle some of the found objects.

Earlier, SSP wrote about a 23,000-year-old ivory carving found in the Pope's Grotto.