SNAPE LOCAL HISTORY GROUP – A Dive into Durham

🌊🔍 A Dive into Durham 🔍🌊

Have you ever wondered what secrets lie hidden beneath the waters of the River Wear?

Join us at Snape Institute for a fascinating illustrated talk by underwater archaeologist Gary Bankhead, who has spent more than 20 years exploring Durham’s riverbed in search of lost treasures and forgotten stories. His underwater investigations have uncovered more than 14,500 artefacts, providing a remarkable glimpse into everyday life in Durham over the last 1,000 years. These discoveries include items lost by medieval pilgrims, merchants, craftspeople and local residents, helping to reveal the city’s rich and often hidden history.

🏰 Discover how underwater archaeology is transforming our understanding of Durham’s past.

⚓ Learn about fascinating finds recovered from beneath the river.

📜 Hear how centuries of history have been preserved in one of the UK’s most important urban river archaeology projects.

📅 Friday 25 September 2026

🕢 7:30 pm

📍 Snape Institute

💷 £3 entry

☕ Light refreshments included

Whether you’re interested in history, archaeology, local heritage or simply enjoy an engaging evening out, this promises to be a captivating talk.

Everyone welcome! 😊

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