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Lodge history to be uncovered in archaeology day
Professionals set to take a look back at history.
The history of a nature reserve is hoping to be revealed by staff and volunteers at an Archaeology Day.
The RSPB Nature Reserve in Sandy is holding the event in a bid to uncover the truth behind what the reserve was during the war years.
It is appealing to members of the public for their help in trying to unearth the history by asking them to come forward with any old memories or photographs of the Lodge.
Site manager Peter Bradley said: "We want to know what was here during the war.
"There are stories of its use as an ammunition depot, prisoners of war being stationed here, and of the public bridleway being built up with rubble from the blitz.
"Despite it being such recent history, hard evidence is hard to come by, possibly because the site was strictly closed to the public during the war years."
The Field Archaeology Day is planeed for March 6 and around 50 members of staff and volunteers will take part in the day that will be supported by English Heritage.
Professional archaeologists will guide them in their work, helping them find answers to some questions about the use of the site 65 years ago.
To read the full story see the February 5 edition of the Biggleswade Chronicle.
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