Recent PostsWest Country Myths and Legends Wicked squires, naughty hill figures, mysterious footsteps in the snow and legendary floods…Tony Painter seeks to explain some of these and other West Country mysteries in a light hearted...

Recent PostsBlue Plaque in Memory of John Atyeo A new blue plaque is being unveiled in a Wiltshire village later, at the former home of Bristol City legend John Atyeo. He was born in Dilton Marsh near Westbury, and made more than 600...

Recent PostsOur team can be seen looking for finds which might support the existence of Neolithic or Iron Age activity in Dilton Marsh.No great finds to report apart from some small pottery segments which could relate to the neolithic...

Recent PostsThe History Society members and their accompanying four legged friends can be seen searching for signs of early development in Stormore, Dilton Marsh.No great finds to date but this type of activity does keep members in...

Recent PostsThe “A Village at War “ CDs are now available from Graham Noble and are free of charge. This of course will be on a first come first served basis, I am available on g.rc.noble at btintetrnet.com and phone contact is 01373...

Recent PostsWe are now back “Digging Holes” or should we say “Test Pits” in the pursuit of future evidence relating to the historical development of Dilton Marsh. Our most recent dig took place on Saturday 22nd September in Stormore,...

Recent PostsA very big thanks to the “Heritage Lottery Fund“ for their support of “Digging for Dilton” including the creation of this website.Their support helped promote and encourage a community spirit which has brought many people...

Recent PostsI went on the dig at the village primary and what a lovely day we had. each class came out in turn, including reception and they were very enthusiastic helping and asking lots of questions.And everyone was very excited because...

Recent PostsBetween March and August this year we were welcomed to dig at sixteen varied locations within the Dilton Marsh area. We managed a total of twenty one test pits. Those owners who were unable to dig were all very interested and...

Recent PostsA fascinating and informative time spent on the “Digging for Dilton “ project. Archaeologists always on hand to explain our finds. Mine were usually 21st C ; others had more luck!

Recent PostsWe both wanted to say how much we enjoyed being part of the Dig for Dilton archaeology project this summer. Being from outside the village it has been a real pleasure for us to see the true extent of the community involvement...

Recent PostsWith much development in towns and villages it isn’t always easy to understand our heritage. The “Digging for Dilton” project gave those who took part an idea of the social history of previous generations, by effectively...

Recent PostsIt was a sunny April day for one of the first test pit to be dug. Nothing exceptional was uncovered just more of the17C onwards whenever I dig my garden, but a very enjoyable day with lots of helpers and visitors.

Recent PostsI enjoyed the anticipation of what we might find, whether we found anything or not. It was great fun.  

Recent PostsArchaeology has been an interest of mine since I was a child and I feel very privileged to be a part of Dilton Marsh’s History Society.The finds from our archaeological digs help us to fit new pieces into the Dilton Marsh...