The Beaker People: everything you wanted to know

Mike Parker-Pearson, an expert archaeologist in Neolithic Britain, dives into the enigmatic Beaker People. He details their striking pottery and monumental contributions, like influencing the construction of Stonehenge. Parker-Pearson discusses the complexities of their migration—challenging myths of violence and exploring how they transformed Britain’s demographics. He also sheds light on the fascinating discovery of the Amesbury Archer, revealing insights into their societal structures and burial practices, and traces their genetic legacy that still echoes through time.