8:00pm Wednesday 1st September 2010
By Tyrone Marshall
HUMAN bones dating back to the bronze age that were discovered on the top of Whitelow Hill are returning home.
The cremated remains were discovered by enthusiasts from Bury Archaeological Group and have been on display at Bury Museum ever since.
But they are to be handed over to the Ramsbottom Heritage Society this month, when it moves into its new at the library following a £400,000 refurbishment.
The new extension includes a new classroom and heritage gallery space, which will be run in conjunction with Ramsbottom Heritage Society and Bury Museum.
Councillor Yvonne Creswell, cabinet member for communities, said: “This is a fantastic investment in a community resource and a exciting addition to the library, which will be used by many different groups from the local community.
“The new extension provides a great resource for Ramsbottom Heritage Society and help them tell lots of visitors and local residents about Ramsbottom’s heritage from the Bronze Age through to the Industrial Revolution and present day.”
The remains were found as part of a barrow or funeral mound at Whitelow Hill.
It is believed the Romans came to the Ramsbottom area in around AD78 to AD87 having created a fortress in Manchester.
The remains will be handed over to the mayor of Bury Coun John Byrne by Simon Mays from English Heritage.
The new £400,000 extension to Ramsbottom Library will be officially opened on September 10 and a range of special activities will take place between 11.00 am and 3.00 pm.
Members of the Ramsbottom Heritage Society will also be on hand throughout the day to provide expert local information with displays and demonstrations depicting the rich history of Ramsbottom.
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