See buried treasures found by the public

The fields of Leicestershire hide some remarkable artefacts, many of which have been found by ordinary members of the public.

Join archaeologist Wendy Scott as she introduces some of these interesting objects, including Roman coins and pottery, recorded with the Portable Antiquity Scheme, which catalogues finds made by members of the public in Leicestershire.

Wendy will also be giving advice on how to get into treasure-hunting, who to contact, the tools you’ll need and what to look out for.

This talk is being held as part of Archaeology fortnight and will take place at Enderby Library on Wednesday 28th July, from 6pm until 7pm. Tickets cost £2 each and include refreshments, and they can be bought from Enderby Library now by visiting, or phoning on 0116 3053523.

http://www.leics.gov.uk/enderby_library

http://www.leics.gov.uk/archaeologyfestival

To find out more about The Portable Antiquities Scheme visit http://www.finds.org.uk/

Background notes

Leicestershire libraries offer free access to books and learning resources. They also promote the value of literacy through reading, and offer informal learning opportunities for residents and community groups.

Alongside books, libraries offer free use of internet ready computers and music and films for hire from as little as £1 per week.

Did you know that Leicestershire has:

·54 libraries and 6 mobile libraries

·Nearly 4 million library visitors

·Over 400 library computers

·Around 24,000 DVDs to rent

·Nearly 790,000 books to borrow

For more information please visit: www.leics.gov.uk/libraries