Holidaymakers renting a cottage in the Lake District this summer could be given the chance to uncover a Roman settlement.
Budding archaeologists might want to join in on the family days being organised along the River Darwent at Papcastle, near Cockermouth.
Previous digs have already unearthed signs of a Roman presence in the form of buried walls and artefacts.
Informal excavations involving activities that are aimed at families will be taking place on August 19th, 23rd, 26th and September 2nd.
Andy Winthorpe of Grampus Heritage and Training and leader of the family gatherings said people can help discover and wash newly-found artefacts, as well as talk to archaeologists about the settlement.
"There could be an amphitheatre, road, ditched enclosures, a metal working site and buildings," he continued.
The Lake District National Park and South Lakeland District Council are currently asking people to share their views on Windermere to ensure the stretch of water remains a peaceful place to be enjoyed by visitors and residents.
Posted by David Sollberger, cottages4you
