Dig uncovers medieval finds

Archaeologists have uncovered some fascinating finds - including human remains and a headless horse - on a dig in Stafford.

The site, part of a new development for Stafford College, has produced what could be the first physical evidence of a medieval castle in nearby Broadeye as well as the burial site of the headless horse and human remains.

Experts from Birmingham Archaeology, based at the University of Birmingham, are now trying to record the discoveries before work begins on a sports hall that will stand on the site.

The find of the animal's remains is perplexing experts as burial would have been unusual at a time when both the hide and bones of the horse would have provided valuable resources.

Richard Cuttler, project manager for the archaeological investigation, said the dig team had also uncovered four defensive ditches extending around 12m across and up to four metres deep, which could be the outer edges of the medieval town.

Staffordshire County Council archaeologist, Chris Wardle, said: "Some very significant archaeology on the site may help to answer questions about the medieval town and Saxon burgh."