'Extraordinary Discovery' at Orkney's Ness of Brodgar Neolithic Site
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- Archaeologists are resuming excavations at the Ness of Brodgar in Orkney after 3D radar revealed an 'extraordinary discovery'.
- The discovery is unlike anything previously found at the site and may not even be Neolithic.
- The Ness of Brodgar, a significant Neolithic settlement, has been under excavation for 20 years, uncovering 40 structures.
- Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) produced 3D images of the site, revealing an unexpected anomaly.
- The new find could add a new chapter to the site's history and may involve 'keyhole surgery' to investigate.
- The latest excavation, funded by Time Team, will be open to the public in July 2026.
- Previously uncovered buildings will remain covered for preservation.