ARCHAEOLOGY  NEWS
from  the  ISLE  OF  MAN

Rushen Abbey 2004



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June 2003
Rushen Abbey Dig 2003
Dig starts during Wednesday 11th June
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The Manx Crosses in Onchan Church have been moved into the main part of the church.

Formerly somewhat hidden away in a side room, the crosses have been moved into the main body of the church.

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After:

(Picture from "The Isle of Man Church Leader"
www.churchleader.co.im)

Digs 2003

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Rushen Abbey 2003 - news coming soon !!


February 2003: The "pit" feature at Ballaugh Beach has gone. Winter storms have caused the cliff face to slump and all trace of the interesting archaeology (see bottom of page) has gone.
Ballaugh Beach Pit - July 2002Ballaugh Beach Pit - July 2002
Note: (January 2003) The above feature is now completely eroded away

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