Exciting Discoveries at Moulton Chapel Dig
We had an exhilarating day at Moulton Chapel, exploring 20 acres of freshly lifted sugar beet. With the last dig on this field happening three years ago, anticipation ran high as we wondered what treasures lay hidden beneath the surface. The land has been cultivated with potatoes, cabbage, and sugar beet since our last visit, allowing the soil to be turned twice, which enhances our chances of making significant discoveries.
Rich in History
Moulton Chapel is known for its historical richness, particularly with hammered and Roman coins. This field holds special significance for many detectorists, as it has yielded some remarkable finds in the past. On a previous outing to the cabbage field, I enjoyed a productive morning, with Romans keeping me busy and even uncovering a cracking little fibula.
A New Adventurer
On this occasion, I had the pleasure of guiding a newcomer to the world of metal detecting. This was their second outing with a detector after catching the bug at the Festival of History (FOH). I love this field and know it well, so it felt perfect to share the experience and excitement of digging here. While I found my first hammered coin on this field, Roman artifacts also made an appearance, albeit not for me.
A Day of Discoveries
Overall, it was a fantastic day filled with excitement and numerous findings, including hammered coins and Roman artifacts. The enthusiasm for treasure hunting was infectious, and it was wonderful to see a new adventurer fully immersed in the experience.
Looking Ahead
While Moulton Chapel is a solid field for treasure hunting, we’re looking forward to our next dig at Whaplode on Sunday the 6th. With so much history waiting to be uncovered, we can’t wait to see what other hidden treasures we’ll discover in our future outings. Stay tuned for more updates on our adventures in metal detecting!
