Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Step inside the lost world of medieval Coventry as Time Team uncovers the secrets of St Mary’s - the city’s forgotten first cathedral. What lies beneath Priory Row?
Join Time Team’s three-day archaeological dig as they search for Coventry’s original cathedral, St Mary’s, destroyed by Henry VIII and hidden beneath modern streets. This episode reveals how geophysics, excavation, and expert research come together to reconstruct the mighty Norman-Gothic structure that once symbolized Coventry’s power. From uncovering ancient walls, painted glass, and medieval tiles to investigating mysterious burials and even potential crime scenes, the team faces unpredictable weather, urban obstacles, and historical puzzles at every turn.
Watch as the archaeologists locate the central crossing piers, reveal the chapter house, and piece together the daily lives of Benedictine monks. Experience the drama of discovering a probable prior’s grave, the challenge of reconstructing stained glass using medieval methods, and the thrill of building a detailed 3D model of St Mary’s Cathedral for the first time in centuries. If you’re fascinated by British history, lost architecture, or the excitement of real-time discovery, this episode is a must-watch!
#Archaeology #TimeTeam #CoventryCathedral #MedievalHistory #StMarysCathedral #UrbanArchaeology #BritishHeritage #StainedGlass
Step inside the lost world of medieval Coventry as Time Team uncovers the secrets of St Mary’s - the city’s forgotten first cathedral. What lies beneath Priory Row?
Join Time Team’s three-day archaeological dig as they search for Coventry’s original cathedral, St Mary’s, destroyed by Henry VIII and hidden beneath modern streets. This episode reveals how geophysics, excavation, and expert research come together to reconstruct the mighty Norman-Gothic structure that once symbolized Coventry’s power. From uncovering ancient walls, painted glass, and medieval tiles to investigating mysterious burials and even potential crime scenes, the team faces unpredictable weather, urban obstacles, and historical puzzles at every turn.
Watch as the archaeologists locate the central crossing piers, reveal the chapter house, and piece together the daily lives of Benedictine monks. Experience the drama of discovering a probable prior’s grave, the challenge of reconstructing stained glass using medieval methods, and the thrill of building a detailed 3D model of St Mary’s Cathedral for the first time in centuries. If you’re fascinated by British history, lost architecture, or the excitement of real-time discovery, this episode is a must-watch!
#Archaeology #TimeTeam #CoventryCathedral #MedievalHistory #StMarysCathedral #UrbanArchaeology #BritishHeritage #StainedGlass
