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The Dig: A Story Unearthed

The Dig: A Story Unearthed is a new temporary exhibition sharing the stories of the real people that inspired the hit Netflix film, The Dig, and feature some of the original props and costumes from the film.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

The Dig: A Story Unearthed is a new temporary exhibition opening on 8 May sharing stories of the real people featured in the hit Netflix film.

The film, which starred Ralph Fiennes as archaeologist Basil Brown and Carey Mulligan as Edith Pretty, was based on the John Preston novel of the same name. It explores the excavation of the Great Ship Burial in 1939, which revealed the final resting place of an important Anglo-Saxon king, which went on to become one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time.

The new temporary exhibition features some of the original costumes, jewellery and props used in the film, as well as personal histories of the real-life people that inspired it.

The exhibition also includes contemporary interviews from people connected to the site or in similar roles today, as they reflect back on the 1939 discovery and the people involved.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

After seeing the Visitor Welcome team for your admission, head to the High Hall exhibition building.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Exhibition text available in large print format. Audio described guide available. The large print and audio described guides can be picked up near the entrance to the Treasury room.

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