From Iron to Empire: Discover the stories beneath Northamptonshire’s landscape
A fascinating series of heritage talks at Stanwick Lakes will explore the archaeological discoveries that are helping to reveal Northamptonshire’s story from the Bronze Age to the Roman period.
What can archaeological discoveries tell us about the people who lived in Northamptonshire thousands of years ago? A new series of expert-led heritage talks at Stanwick Lakes will explore some of the remarkable evidence uncovered in the area and what it can reveal about major periods of change in Britain’s past.
The talks form part of Stanwick Lakes’ From Iron to Empire project and will be presented by Professor Stephen Upex and Dr Michael J Curtis, both recognised authorities in their respective fields. Together, they will explore the archaeological evidence behind some of the most significant developments in the county’s history, from Bronze Age ceremonial landscapes and burial practices to the Roman invasion and the transformation of Northamptonshire following the conquest.
The four talks will offer an opportunity to discover more about the landscape beneath our feet and the discoveries that have helped archaeologists and historians build a picture of life in the county more than 2,000 years ago.
The programme
The programme begins on 3 September with Professor Stephen Upex exploring ‘Bronze Age Burials and Ceremonial Landscape’. He will be followed on 8 October with ‘The Roman Invasion of AD 43 and the Conquest of Britain’,also presented by Professor Upex.
On 3 November, Dr Michael J Curtis will present ‘Understanding Roman Northamptonshire’, examining how archaeological evidence has transformed our understanding of the county during the Roman period. The series concludes on 1 December with ‘Northamptonshire Villas and Life in the Countryside’, also presented by Dr Curtis.
Together, the talks will demonstrate how archaeological discoveries made at Stanwick Lakes and across Northamptonshire have contributed to our understanding of these fascinating periods of social and cultural change. They will also highlight the importance of the county’s archaeological heritage and its place within the wider story of Britain.
Whether you have a particular interest in Bronze Age archaeology, Roman history or simply want to discover more about the history beneath Northamptonshire’s landscape, the series promises to offer plenty to explore.
The Heritage Talks have been made possible through funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
