AMBLECOTE historians, students and glass workers plan to bury a time capsule at the Glasshouse Arts Centre site when archaeological excavations come to a close - so future generations can take a step back in time.

Archaeologists have unearthed a variety of treasures relating to the Wollaston Road site's glass-making past during a series of digs - but the excavation areas are set to be filled in from October 20 ahead of a £1million redevelopment project.

Glasshouse heritage officer Ian Dury said students from Glasshouse College, also based on the site, have been writing poems and creating glass and craft pieces for the capsule.

Amblecote History Society has donated a DVD of its newsletters and author and historian Graham Fisher has donated a copy of his book - Jewels on the Cut.

Members of the public are also invited to donate items for inclusion.

Mr Dury said: "We're inviting people to bring some bits and bobs in. It's about here and now - for people who open it up in 100 years time."

People can take items along between 10am and 4pm on Saturday October 11 and Sunday October 12 when the site will host an open weekend for people to view the historic artefacts that have been dug up during the excavations.

To find out more contact Mr Dury on 01384 399419.