Salisbury Journal

AN ARCHEAOLOGICAL treasure trove has been discovered at Vespasian's Camp near Stonehenge.

The team has also discovered animal bones and the remains of a fire which they believe to be evidence of a huge Mesolithic-era feast.

The oldest item dates back to around 6250BC, some 3,000 years before work began on Stonehenge.

It is hoped the finds will increase understanding of what the area was used for before the stone circle was built.

The stone ducks, dating back to 700BC are believed to be the oldest carved figurines ever discovered in Britain.

The team began its excavations at the privately owned land at Vespasian' s camp in 2005 and has relied on council and English Heritage funding.

It is now hoping to attract more funds to support its work.

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