Mystic Britain (2019)

S01E06 Mummies

Typically, mummies evoke images of ancient Egypt with their famed pharaohs and queens shrouded in bandages. However, Clive Anderson and Mary-Ann Ochota delve into the enchanting history of Britain, uncovering a unique type of mummy formed by smoke, coastal caves, and bogs. Their journey across the UK unveils Bronze Age remains, including bizarre puppet-like skeletons, fragmented bodies, and even a chilling marionette. This exploration sheds light on the intriguing and often eerie practices surrounding mummification in the British Isles.