Exploring Norfolk s Deep History Coast

"Fascinating and illuminating – this book takes you on a trip to the seaside and back into the depths of the Ice Age, walking in the steps of our distant ancestors." - Professor Alice Roberts

Norfolk’s Deep History Coast is a place of unique archaeological discoveries of international significance. Spectacular finds have transformed our understanding of the first human occupation of northern Europe. Fossilised human footprints show people were here nearly one million years ago.

This is the only part of Britain to have evidence for four species of humans. It has also been home to giant prehistoric creatures, including four species of mammoth.This book will take you on a journey through time, looking at the geology, natural landscape and the creatures that have inhabited the area. Here you can explore the fascinating and beautiful sites around the 150km of Deep History Coast and see how you can share in this exciting adventure of discovery.

Until December 2018 John was Chief Curator for Norfolk Museums Service (NMS), member of the Senior Management Team and Keeper of Archaeology. Prior to retiring, he was Project Director (at NMS) for the major project to re-develop the historic Norman Keep at Norwich Castle – the largest museum heritage project in the UK. He previously led the Interreg European project ‘Norman Connections’, linking historic sites in Normandy and southern England. He has worked as an archaeologist in Norfolk since 1984 and is a highly experienced museum professional of over 30 years.Dr David M.G. Waterhouse is a Natural Historian and Geologist, currently working at Norwich Castle Museum.