A time capsule is set to be buried at the site of the new and improved Northampton Railway Station.

But there’s a twist - readers of the Northampton Herald & Post are being invited to suggest ideas for what should be stowed away in the capsule, painting a picture of life in Northampton in 2013.

The storage cylinder, which is around half a metre long and 10 inches wide, will be buried at the site when construction starts this June.

Archaeological investigations have already commenced at the site, where Northampton’s medieval castle once stood. There have been several significant findings, ranging from the remains of a castle building to a Saxon brooch.

Roger Mendonca, Chief Operating Officer at West Northamptonshire Development Corporation said: ‘Since starting archaeological investigations at Northampton Station, we have been amazed by some of the findings. We now want to leave our own mark on the site, so Northamptonians in many generations to come can learn about their past too.

“The time capsule is an ideal opportunity for local people to consider and celebrate what is important to their town. We will be picking a selection of the best ideas and ensuring the capsule offers a true insight into the Northampton of today. We’re looking forward to receiving some great ideas”

If you have any suggestions for the time capsule, simply tweet @TheWNDC or @NorthamptonUK, using the hashtag #NorthamptonCapsule. Alternatively, you can submit ideas through www.northamptonstation.co.uk

The time capsule is a non-biodegradable tube that will be treated to ensure the contents are well preserved. However, perishable or unstable materials, including rubber, wool and PVC will be avoided.

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