Wrekin dig call by historian

Wellington historian George Evans today called for a new archaeological dig to uncover the secrets of the hill fort at the top of The Wrekin.

He believes the investigation could take place while National Grid Wireless lays down a concrete track by Hell's Gate.

Work is soon due to take place to upgrade the existing mast for the switchover to digital TV in 2011.

It will mean vehicles going up and down The Wrekin for six months - and the existing track is too eroded to cope.

National Grid Wireless is consulting landowners and interested parties before putting in a planning application.

Mr Evans, president of All Friends Round The Wrekin, said: "That fort has never been properly investigated.

"A dig was started in 1939 but had to be abandoned because of the war.

"I hope National Grid Wireless may be willing to make a contribution to the cost."