Britain's Biggest Dig
Series Overview
Profiling two of the massive archaeological digs along the 150-mile route of HS2, the UK’s new high-speed rail link, ahead of its start of construction. These cemetery excavations reveal forgotten stories of the rich and poor, and how Georgian-era London and industrial Birmingham left their mark on the thousands of skeletons buried there.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
60 min per episode
2020 – 2020
Premiered: Tue, Sep 15, 2020
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Episode 3”
Working-class Victorians made Birmingham one of the most important industrial cities on the planet. Professor Roberts and Dr Khan present discoveries ranging from skeletons bearing mysterious cut marks to the rise of the real Peaky Blinders.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harvey Lilley
Douglas Black Heaton, Ty Unwin
Richard Ranken
Izzy Charman, Bill Locke, Harvey Lilley
Department Leadership Roster
Douglas Black Heaton
Original Music Composer
Ty Unwin
Original Music Composer
Richard Ranken
Director of Photography
Izzy Charman
Producer
Harvey Lilley
Producer
Harvey Lilley
Director
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What is Britain's Biggest Dig about?
Profiling two of the massive archaeological digs along the 150-mile route of HS2, the UK’s new high-speed rail link, ahead of its start of construction. These cemetery excavations reveal forgotten stories of the rich and poor, and how Georgian-era London and industrial Birmingham left their mark on the thousands of skeletons buried there.
How many seasons does Britain's Biggest Dig have?
Britain's Biggest Dig comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Britain's Biggest Dig?
Key cast members in Britain's Biggest Dig include Alice Roberts, Yasmin Khan.
Who created or directed Britain's Biggest Dig?
Britain's Biggest Dig was developed and directed by Harvey Lilley.