Recent archaeological excavations at the Glassfields site on Old Bread Street in Bristol by Cotswold Archaeology have unveiled a rich tapestry of the city’s urban evolution, from medieval times to the industrial era. These investigations conducted between 2016 and 2017 have provided invaluable insights into Bristol’s historical landscape. The site’s earliest findings include horticultural ground surfaces containing pottery dating from the 12th to 14th centuries, indicating agricultural activity during the medieval period. Subsequent layers reveal a progression of urban development, with evidence of domestic and industrial occupation from the late 17th century onwards. These include cellars, wells, cess pits, and…
