Between February 19 and 21, 1997, the team explores Cathedral Hill in search of early monastic structures, rumored to be the site where St. Patrick established a monastery and was laid to rest. Their excavation uncovers medieval artifacts like roof tiles and glass, suggesting the presence of an important building. They quickly discover a significant double ditch that once surrounded the monastery complex. Victor experiments with medieval calligraphy, assisting in the creation of an illuminated manuscript featuring a recognizable figure adorned with a hat and feather. The episode also showcases the process of making vellum.
Show
Time Team
Episode
S05E07
Air Date
Feb 22, 1998
Season 5 Episodes
S05E01
Richmond Palace - Richmond, Surrey
S05E02
Bronze-Age Trackway - Greylake, Somerset
S05E03
Viking Graves - Orkney, Scotland
S05E04
Roman Villa - Turkdean, Gloucestershire
S05E05
Copper-Age Settlement - Mallorca, Spain
S05E06
Aston Eyre Farmhouse - Aston Eyre, Shropshire
S05E07
Cathedral Hill - Downpatrick, County Down
S05E08
Deserted Medieval Village - High Worsall, North Yorkshire