Human remains found at the Red Lion, Whittlesford Bridge

HUMAN remains believed to be from medieval times have been discovered at the Red Lion at Whittlesford Bridge.

Extensive work is underway to renovate the historic pub near Duxford during which two burial sites dating back to up to 700 years ago were discovered.

This prompted Cambridge University’s archaeological unit to be called to excavate the site, originally founded as a priory in the 13th century.

The site is said to have welcomed many travellers in its 700-year history from King James 1 to the servicemen and women stationed at nearby Duxford Airfield, now home to the Imperial War Museum.

Emma Beadsmoore from the Cambridge Archaeological Unit said: “Before we had even put a trowel in the ground we knew there was a great possibility of a find.

“We didn’t know where it would be, but we were always searching and monitoring the trenches as part of the Red Lion renovation project.”

The remains are being analysed by the Cambridge Archaeological Unit and will be examined to determine their age and sex.