Synopsis

Profiling two of the massive archaeological digs along the 150-mile route of HS2, the UK’s new high-speed rail link, ahead of its start of construction. These cemetery excavations reveal forgotten stories of the rich and poor, and how Georgian-era London and industrial Birmingham left their mark on the thousands of skeletons buried there. Where to watch Britain's Biggest Dig series? Click the "Watch Now" button above to stream all seasons and episodes of Britain's Biggest Dig in HD for free on SFlix.