Archaeological Digs at the Orchard
Autumn is when we take the opportunity to explore more of the Orchard’s history and of the people who lived there over 100 years ago. Since 2022, with the help of South Oxfordshire Archaeological Group (SOAG), we have been working to find the cottages and evidence of the people who lived there. This autumn we will be opening our biggest pit over the weekends of 24th/25th October and 7th/8th November. Evidence of walls and floors and other interesting finds have been made and at this dig, we are hoping to find more evidence that will connect these buildings.Why not join us? You don't have to be an expert; we're ably guided by SOAG. You can come along for both weekends, for one day or for an hour or two. You can help excavate one of the pits or just come and watch. Children welcome accompanied by an adult. If you’d like to take part, please message or email greeningchinnor@gmail.com. More information about the small community who lived at the Orchard can be found on our website at greeningchinnor.blogspot.com under the ‘Projects & Stories’ tab.
