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The Wrest Park Archaeological Collections Store safeguards a vast collection of historical treasures: the archaeological collections and paper-based archives from English Heritage's guardianship sites across the East and West Midlands.
Our collection represents the full sweep of English history, ranging from prehistoric artifacts unearthed at sites like Grimes Graves to architectural material from post-war Britain. Crucially, the store houses a significant portion of the material recovered from the Roman city of Wroxeter (Viroconium Cornoviorum). Within our storage, you will find everything from bulk excavation material and monumental architectural stonework to thousands of small, unique archaeological finds.
Before You Go
Guided tours take place once a fortnight from April to October. Tours are free of charge for both members and non-members, and booking can be done on arrival at Wrest Park. Store tours for small groups can also be arranged.
The collections can be accessed by researchers by appointment. Please email Abigail Howard at WrestParkCollectionsStore@english-heritage.org.uk to book an appointment.
Videos from the Archeological Store
Discover some of the treasures in Wrest Park Archaeological Store with these videos filmed there.
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Orphan blue plaques part one
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Orphan blue plaques part two
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Columbia Market statues
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Goodrich Castle's paddles
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Prehistoric antler pick
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Norman Sword
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Thetford Priory Sculptures
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Wroxeter's Roman pots
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Temple Cloud Archaeology Store
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Visit Helmsley Archaeology Store
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