Archaeologists have unearthed evidence of the earliest large-scale celebrations in Britain – with people and animals traveling hundreds of miles for prehistoric feasting rituals. The study, led by Dr. Richard Madgwick of Cardiff University, is the most comprehensive to date and examined the bones of 131 pigs, the prime feasting animals, from four Late Neolithic complexes. Serving the world-famous monuments of Stonehenge and Avebury, the four sites hosted the very first pan-British events.
Source: Prehistoric Britons rack up food miles for feasts near Stonehenge
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We are seeing more and more evidence from around Stonehenge recently Joanna. Thanks for sharing this update.
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Stonehenge was my first exposure to archaeology and remains one of my passions. How fortunate that they have now found evidence for my other passion, ancient foods. As always, thanks for the input. Have a good weekend.
Joanna
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