Britain’s Best Medieval Castle Gatehouses

Halt, who goes there?!

Best Archaeology, Ancient History and Prehistory Books

Our favourite seasonal reads, as recommended by our community

7 plants to create your very own Tudor garden

Gardens were at the heart of Tudor life; from the smallest cottage to the most glamorous royal palace, Tudor homes were surrounded by culinary, medicinal, domestic and ornamental plants and flowers. Fields and hedgerows…

Our Best Archaeological Discoveries of 2018

We've been helping communities all over the country investigate the incredible history on their doorstep.

7+ Of Yorkshire’s Best Archaeological Discoveries From The Iron Age

Let’s be frank – East Yorkshire has some of the most unique and exciting archaeology in the UK… especially when it comes to the Iron Age… Take, for example, the simple fact that while…

3 Ways To Enjoy Archaeology Online This Summer

At DigVentures, we’re NEVER short of ideas for bringing archaeology to people who love it. Maybe you’re getting ready to go on a dig and want to brush up on your skills before you…

7 Reasons Why Archaeologists Hate Bunny Rabbits

11 Things We Still Use That Were Invented By The Shakers

People tend to assume the Shakers were boring, rigid and would reject new technology. In fact, the very opposite was true; they came up with so many ideas to improve their lives that their…

10 Photos Taken While Flying Over Iron Age Hillforts Covered in Snow

12 Epic Christmas Gift Ideas For Very Merry Archaeology Lovers

Starting to wonder what to get the archaeology-lover in your life? Worried about how you’re going to satisfy their underground tastes this Christmas? Well wonder no more because DigVentures has opened a shop and…

10 of the Best Bronze Age Hoards Ever Discovered In Britain

They'll make your eyes sparkle

7 Abandoned Medieval Villages Seen From The Air (And One From Under The Sea)

Imagine exploring a deserted medieval village. You wander down an ancient hollow way, pass a deserted fishpond, and step into an abandoned house. Inside, you find all sorts of clues about medieval village life….

These Historically Accurate Medieval Armour Print Leggings Are FABULOUS

What could be better for digging in than a pair of super-comfy leggings? Why, super-comfy leggings that make your legs look like a lean, mean, medieval fighting machine of course! So here’s a tip:…

Six Of Our Favourite Books From The Ancient World

Mmm… the smell of old books; something that can never be replaced by the Kindle. But if you can’t judge a book by its cover, you certainly shouldn’t judge it by its smell, because…

10 Amazing Discoveries Made By Crowdfunded Archaeology in 2016

Wondering what 2017 has in store for archaeology? If the epic discoveries made in 2016 are anything to go by, there’ll be PLENTY to look forward to. In the last year, archaeologists around the…

10 Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas For Archaeology Lovers

Uh oh, did you leave it a bit late to find the archaeology-lover in your life the perfect holiday gift? Not to worry, DigVentures is here to save the day; no matter how late…