See the finds from the gardens of Hyde householders whose gardens were dug in the community digs of 2016 to 2023.
The key finds from the 2016 to 2023 community digs will be exhibited to illustrate the history of the area of Hyde once occupied by Hyde Abbey, the final burial place of Alfred the Great. They will tell the story of this area of Hyde from prehistoric to modern times.
The exhibition will feature a chronological display of finds ranging from flint scraper blades from the neolithic period through to the remains of a 2nd World War air raid shelter! The display will include remains from the Roman occupation of the area and the materials of the construction and rebuilding of the abbey over its life from the 12th to the 16th century. Finds from this period include a medieval trader’s token and many examples of medieval floor tiles. Also on display will be finds from the time of the county Bridewell (prison) built in the 18th century on the site of the abbey church and demolished mid-19th century.
Finds from more recent times include beer jugs, ceramic eggs and a Jersey coin of 1894 with a value of one twenty fourth of a shilling! Experts and representatives from Hyde900 will be present to discuss specialist areas of pottery, ceramics, geophysical surveying, medieval glass, stonemasonry, and monastic architecture.
Event Times
Saturday 14 September: 10:00am-3:00pm
Sunday 15 September: 12:00-3:00pm
Booking Information
Pre-booking: Not-required.
Address & Directions
St Bartholomew's Church, King Alfred Place, Hyde, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DF.
There are a number of ways to find us:
1.) Hop on a King Alfred Bus (participating in the Heritage Open Day). There are regular free bus trips from the City centre to Hyde (approx 10 minutes) and back.
2.) Follow a City Walk to Hyde: Alfred's Final Journey (available from the Tourist Information Office).
3.) Nearby Car Parks: Coach Park SO23 7EL, Worthy Lane SO23 7AB, River Park SO23 7DQ, St Peter's SO23 7DD.
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Header Image: Medieval Glass from Hyde Abbey_credit Hyde900