I usually dig a day or two every year. I didn't find any of the amazing bling though. I have lots of friends amongst the diggers. They are very talented and experienced but mostly have other day jobs and all give up their time and holidays completely for free. But there are so many rewards. It is such a beautiful area and the views are amazing. And it be involved in such an incredible site that just keeps on giving is reward enough. There is usually an open day on the site every late summer/autumn. And Steve will often speak in Loftus and talk about the latest discoveries. He is very down to earth Redcar lad and a Boro fan of course as is the farmer, Alan Bothroyd.
