Medieval skeletons found at Halton Castle were first displayed

One of the two skeletons was unearthed at Halton Castle for the first time on display at the Norton Priory Museum.

It is known that these skeletons were found buried in the depths of a castle during a community excavation with more than 300 people supporting excavation and discovered many interesting things starting in 2015.

The skeleton displayed is that of a man, about 40 years old, who died about 400 years ago.

Archaeologists also said that he suffered much from breaking both legs due to a certain incident, causing complications, infection and death.

Not only that, this man has large teeth and may have abscesses (festering) in his jaw.

In addition, by analyzing Radiocarbon, the researchers recognized the skeletons of a man and woman who could be of the late medieval period, when the castle was at a critical stage.

The analysis results coincide with the evidence found around the excavation of the surrounding community and they are trying to clarify other interesting things of the bones buried in this castle.

Norton Priory museum supervisor Lynn Smith said: "This is a great opportunity for people to see Halton Castle skeleton for the first time."

"The new display is also related to the community excavation at the castle that we hope to discover more about other unusual burials and this can tell us more about the long term. Medieval stations all over the country '.

This exhibition and excavation is funded by the City Heritage Fund and National Lottery players.

Salford University's Center for Applied Archeology has been commissioned to oversee this excavation with support from volunteers from the community.

It is known that the new community excavation at Halton Castle begins on Monday, July 17 and lasts for two weeks.
There will be a special opening day at Halton Castle and at Norton Priory Museum on Sunday, July 30, from 10 am to 4 pm.