Although Halesworth has long been thought to have Roman origins, new excavations have revealed extensive evidence of Middle to Late Anglo-Saxon activity.

The dig, carried out by Cotswold Archaeology, uncovered remains of several buildings, hearths and a small cemetery in what some archaeologists believe was likely a new suburb of the expanding town.

Remains of a Late Anglo-Saxon building, possibly used as a chapel (Image: Cotswold Archaeology)

Mike Fordham, a local historian and archaeologist who has carried out many of his........

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