Following on from a dig between 1971 and 1976, which discovered Saxon remains, we commissioned from the West Yorkshire Archaeological Service a further archaeological dig at St. Peter’s , for more exploration in front of the hall. The site survey has been completed, and the work took place during October 2007. 

It was a bright, sunny but wild October morning. Rain had made the site of the dig very muddy. Initial investigations had revealed little of significance, however late on the Monday afternoon skeletal remains were discovered. The archaeologists were keen to remove as much as possible for study, possible dating and other analysis - slowly and painstakingly this was carried out. A quiet group of people observed the work in silence, in looking into the ground all had bowed heads which was somehow in keeping with the occasion. 

What appears to be a Saxon post hole was also excavated 

We await an official report.