The dig got underway on Monday 22 May and was extended until Saturday 1 July. Over the past six weeks, the excavation has attracted national and international media attention after two Roman monumental heads were uncovered. The 2023 Uncovering Roman Carlisle project was funded by the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund, part of the levelling up agenda. The project was supported by a partnership of Cumberland Council, Carlisle Cricket Club, and Wardell Armstrong LLP. Project partners are exploring the opportunity for future excavations and a wider plan for the project to display the discoveries in Carlisle.

Source: The Star July 02, 2023 15:10 UTC