Recorded between 19 and 21 February 1997, the team look for the early monastic buildings on Cathedral Hill, where according to legend St. Patrick built a monastery and was buried. They are also digging up medieval finds, including roof tiles and glass, which indicate a high status building. They soon identify the large double ditch which originally enclosed the monastery complex. Victor tries his hand at medieval calligraphy and helps create an illuminated manuscript with a portrait of a familiar face, complete with hat and feather. We also see some vellum making. |
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Title: | Cathedral Hill, Downpatrick - Downpatrick, County Down, Northern Ireland | |
Air Date: | February 22, 1998 | |
Runtime: | 60 min | |
Genres: | History | |
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