An archaeological dig at the future site of a Gloucestershire University building—formerly home to a department store—has uncovered a remarkable timeline of English history. Excavations revealed artifacts spanning the Roman, medieval, and post-medieval periods, offering a deep and detailed look into the region's past. Among the discoveries were more than 300 human skeletons, believed to have been interred in or around two churches that once occupied the site. Roman-era finds include cobblestones, possibly part of a 2nd-century road, fragments of pottery, and the foundations of a townhouse, suggesting the area was once part of a vibrant settlement. Meanwhile, approximately half the skeletons were located in what appear to be medieval burial vaults. These are thought to be linked to an
