Last Updated on: 22nd November 2023, 02:19 pm
Time Team, the iconic British archaeology TV series, has announced an ambitious vision for the future with the goal of producing new episodes more regularly, and solidifying its position as the prime location for archaeological programming and discoveries. The team, led by Series Producer Tim Taylor, have unveiled plans for a monthly release schedule, combining new content with classic episodes from Time Team’s 30-year catalogue, and have set a goal of 10,000 members to help develop more sites.
“It’s thrilling that fans across the globe are at the heart of Time Team,” said Tim Taylor. “We have some really exciting plans ahead with your ongoing support.”
To make this vision a reality, Time Team have launched an online membership platform, Patreon, which gives access to a range of extra content, from live Q&As to masterclasses. Fans can join at a choice of 4 different levels for a monthly or annual subscription, while helping to shape Time Team’s future. With over 8,000 members currently subscribed, Time Team have now set a new goal of 10,000 ongoing members in order to develop more sites.
“Time Team has always investigated sites that may otherwise lay forgotten or be lost forever,” added Tim. “Increasing our membership helps us plan further into the future. Ultimately, the more subscribers we get, the more sites we can do!”
A tantalizing list of potential sites highlights the treats that await fans if additional support is achieved, including a possible Viking settlement, prehistoric standing stones, D-Day battlefields, a huge Roman palace, enigmatic Bronze Age rock art in Scandinavia and Saxon princely burials. Time Team has developed its range of formats, giving flexibility to adapt the approach depending on the site. Alongside the traditional 3-day digs, the new ‘X-Crew’ is a streamlined expedition unit that can drop in to any location worldwide for a targeted investigation in its own timeframe.
Since launching, the X-Crew has investigated a Roman sarcophagus and dived on a Medieval shipwreck off the Jurassic Coast. Meanwhile, Sir Tony Robinson has returned to host Time Team Specials: standalone documentaries exploring iconic sites and big themes. Tony’s first brand new Special is coming soon to YouTube, investigating the US 101st Airbourne in Wiltshire, alongside Operation Nightingale.
To complement the main digs, Time Team is introducing a regular monthly release schedule on the Official YouTube channel, combining new digs and discoveries with Classic episodes from the archives. The new YouTube schedule includes a monthly News show on the last weekend of every month, sharing updates from the team and the latest archaeology stories.
Originally airing in 1994 on the UK’s Channel 4, Time Team, has become a Sunday teatime staple, watched by millions on YouTube in over 140 countries worldwide. Having been awarded the YouTube Silver Award in 2022, for over 100,000 subscribers, Time Team is now well on its way to another long-term goal: the YouTube Gold Award, for one million subscribers.
“Please help us achieve our ongoing vision for Time Team,” concluded Tim Taylor. “Be by our side with every new discovery as we investigate more sites!”
Time Team, the long-running British archaeology TV series, has announced an ambitious vision for the future, with the goal of producing new episodes more regularly and solidifying its position as the prime location for archaeological programming and discoveries. To make this vision a reality, Time Team have launched an online membership platform, Patreon, with a goal of 10,000 members to help develop more sites.
Presenter Sir Tony Robinson has returned to host Time Team Specials, standalone documentaries exploring iconic sites and big themes. Tony’s first brand new Special is coming soon to YouTube, investigating the US 101st Airbourne in Wiltshire, alongside Operation Nightingale.
To complement the main digs, Time Team is introducing a regular monthly release schedule on the Official YouTube channel, combining new digs and discoveries with Classic episodes from the archives. The new YouTube schedule includes a monthly News show on the last weekend of every month, sharing updates from the team and the latest archaeology stories.
Originally airing in 1994 on the UK’s Channel 4, Time Team has become a Sunday teatime staple, watched by millions on YouTube in over 140 countries worldwide. Having been awarded the YouTube Silver Award in 2022, for over 100,000 subscribers, Time Team is now well on its way to another long-term goal: the YouTube Gold Award, for one million subscribers.
Series Producer Tim Taylor urged fans to help Time Team achieve their ongoing vision: “Be by our side with every new discovery as we investigate more sites!”
