Quick Facts
| Title | Type | Genre | Release Date | Composer | Status (as of Aug 2026) | Where to Watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digging for Britain (Season 11) | TV Documentary Series | Archaeology / History | January 2, 2024 | Licensed library music (various artists) | Series continues; Season 13 aired 2026, Season 14 planned 2027 | BBC Two / BBC iPlayer |
Digging for Britain Season 11 Soundtrack:- Digging for Britain Season 11 is a documentary series that already aired. Season 11, comprising six episodes, premiered on January 2, 2024, on BBC Two. The long-running archaeology series has continued well beyond Season 11, with Season 13 airing on BBC Two in early 2026 — Professor Alice Roberts’ final series as host after 15 years, with the BBC confirming a 14th series is planned for 2027.
In this series, Professor Alice Roberts is joined by a new team of experts who will help dig more in-depth to disclose the story behind the findings.
The BBC Two series is presented by linking together the results of digs and investigations of the length and breadth of the country to build up a picture of the year.
The series’ main stars include Raksha Dave, Cat Jarman, and Matt Williams.
Digging for Britain Season 11 Soundtrack
While we don’t have specific songs for each episode yet, Digging for Britain will undoubtedly introduce more memorable tracks as the series progresses.
Episode 1
- An Uprising by Mahogany Fire Surround: The composition is by artist Mahogany Fire Surround, part of the track The Uprising, released in 2018.
- Wheels On Dust by Charlie Jefferson: The composition is by artist Charlie Jefferson, part of the track Memories of America, released in 2016.
- Heroic Journey by Paul Mottram: The composition is by artist Paul Mottram, part of the track Hopeful Progress – Inspirational Orchestral Themes, released in 2019. The genre of the song includes Classical.
- Memory Arc by Mark Petrie: The composition is by artist Mark Petrie, part of the track Augment The Future, released in 2020.
- Solitude by Nick Kingswell: The composition is by artist Nick Kingswell, part of Brontide’s track, released in 2020.
- In Suspension by Paul Mottram: The composition is by artist Paul Mottram, Helen Tunstall, Ben Dawson, part of the track Natural Pathways, released in 2021. The genre of the song includes Classical
- Dark Sky by David Tobin, Jeff Meegan: The composition is by artist Jeff Meegan, John DeFaria, David Tobin, part of the album Small Town Drama, released in 2023.
- Golden Landscapes by Jérôme Leroy: The composition is by artist Jérôme Leroy. It is part of the album Shifting Perspectives, which will be released in 2021.
- Coins for the Eyes: 4/4 by Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane: The song is composed by the artists Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane, which is part of the album Coins for the Eyes, released in 2022.
- Smoky Mountains by Charlie Jefferson: The song is composed by the artist Charlie Jefferson and is part of the album Memories of America, released in 2016.
- Murmuration by Johnny Flynn: The song is composed by the artist Johnny Flynn and is part of the album Country Mile, released in 2013.
- Look Who’s Talking (with Jisoo Lee) by Choi Seung Hyun and Ji Soo Lee: The song is composed by the artists Ji Soo Lee and Choi Seung-Hyun and is part of the album Oldboy, released in 2003.
- Broad And Scot by Darlo Farzato
- Head And Heart by James Seymour Brett: The song is composed by the artists The music is composed by the artists Ji Soo Lee and Choi Seung-Hyun and is part of the album Never Submit, released in 2022.
- Ancestors of the Land
Episode 2
- An Uprising by Mahogany Fire Surround: The composition is by artist Mahogany Fire Surround, part of the track The Uprising, released in 2018.
- Wheels On Dust by Charlie Jefferson: The composition is by artist Charlie Jefferson, part of the track Memories of America, released in 2016.
- Song with no Name by Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane: The composition is by artist Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane, part of the track The Moon Also Rises, released in 2023.
- Grow by Jesse Walton: The music is composed by the artist Jesse Walton and is part of the album Into The Storm, released in 2017.
- Here Alone by Glenn Sharp: The music is composed by the artist Glenn Sharp and is part of the album Only Blue, released in 2020.
- Summer Lullaby by Will Cookson: The music is composed by the artist Will Cookson and is part of the album A Cowgirl’s Story (Original Soundtrack), released in 2017.
- Celestation by Jody Jenkins: The music is composed by the artist Jody Jenkins and is part of the album Planisphere, released in 2022.
- The Elements by Tom Lehrer: The song is composed by the artist Tom Lehrer, and the genre of the music includes Pop, Seasonal, Folk
Episode 3
- An Uprising by Mahogany Fire Surround: The composition is by artist Mahogany Fire Surround, part of the track The Uprising, released in 2018.
- Wheels On Dust by Charlie Jefferson: The composition is by artist Charlie Jefferson, part of the track Memories of America, released in 2016.
- Heroic Journey by Paul Mottram: The composition is by artist Paul Mottram, part of the track Hopeful Progress – Inspirational Orchestral Themes, released in 2019. The genre of the song includes Classical.
- White Rain By Jesse Walton: The song is composed by artist Jesse Walton, and this track is part of the album Pages, released in 2021.
- Murmuration by Johnny Flynn: The song is composed by the artist Johnny Flynn and is part of the album Country Mile, released in 2013.
- Coins for the Eyes: 4/4 by Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane: The song is composed by the artist’s Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane, which is part of the album Coins for the Eyes, released in 2022.
- Luna De Verano by Luis Parody: This song was released in 2023 from the album Magical Mexico.
- Flowing Water by Kes Loy: The song is composed by the artist Kes Loy and is part of the album Forest Bathing, released in 2021.
The Digging for Britain Season 11 Soundtrack will be updated soon. It will be available on various platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, where you can listen to the entire album of songs and the score.
This season, in a way, exposes the hidden gems of Britain and, at the same time, reveals many secrets. Each episode is a portal to a different chapter of history.
The series reveals a spectrum of miracles; each episode is a tale of discoveries and mysteries.
The series blends the high of unearthing ancient jewels with profound insights into Britain’s diverse history, making it a compelling history enthusiast and general.
You can also watch the trailer of Digging for Britain Season 11, episode:2
Only a few Digging for Britain Season 11 episodes have been released, and all the episodes will be available soon on BBC Two.
- The Roman Emperor’s Bathhouse – (Tue January 02, 2024)
- Anglo-Saxon Gold and Rebellious Nuns – (Wed January 03, 2024)
- A Norman Panic Room and a Mesolithic Fish Trap – (Thu January 04, 2024)
- A Roman Mystery and Waterloo’s Disappearing Dead – (Tue January 09, 2024)
- 3000-Year-Old Shoes and Giant Axeheads – (Wed January 10, 2024)
- Forgotten Fortresses and Lost Villages – (Thu January 11, 2024)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Digging for Britain still airing?
Yes. Digging for Britain is a long-running annual BBC Two series that has continued well past Season 11. Season 13 aired in early 2026, and the BBC has confirmed a fourteenth series is planned for 2027.
Does Digging for Britain use an original composed score?
No. Like most factual BBC documentary series, Digging for Britain relies on licensed production-library music from composers such as Paul Mottram, Charlie Jefferson, and Jérôme Leroy rather than a single credited film composer.
Who hosts Digging for Britain?
Professor Alice Roberts has hosted the series since it began, joined in Season 11 by experts including Raksha Dave, Cat Jarman, and Matt Williams. Roberts announced Season 13 (2026) would be her final series as presenter.
Where can I watch Digging for Britain Season 11?
Digging for Britain Season 11 aired on BBC Two starting January 2, 2024, and past episodes are available on BBC iPlayer in the UK.
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