Chesterton Road, Cambridge facts for kids

St Giles' Church at the southwestern end of Chesterton Lane

The Museum of Cambridge, viewed from the southwestern end of Chesterton Lane

Jesus Lock, on the River Cam next to Chesterton Road

Jesus Green Swimming Pool, across the River Cam south of Chesterton Road

Chesterton Road is an important road in the northern part of Cambridge, England. It is part of a bigger road known as the A1303. This area is known for its history and interesting discoveries.

A Treasure Found on Chesterton Road

In October 2000, something amazing happened near Chesterton Road. Archaeologists were digging for a new sewer pipe at the corner of Chesterton Lane and Magdalene Street. They found a hidden treasure! It was a collection of old coins from the 1200s and 1300s.

What Was Discovered?

The archaeologists found these coins inside what was left of a wooden box. This box had probably been buried a long time ago on the site of an old house. The treasure, also called a "hoard," contained a lot of coins. There were 1,805 silver pennies and nine gold coins. Finding such a large collection of old coins is very rare and exciting!

Why Are These Coins Important?

Finding coins from the 13th and 14th centuries helps us learn about history. These coins tell us about the money people used hundreds of years ago in England. They can also give clues about trade, the economy, and even important events from that time. Each coin is like a tiny piece of history, showing us what life was like long before we were born.