A Tale of Stone and Iron

Experience first hand the skills needed to survive as a Stone Age hunter gatherer and how the rise of settlements changed this way of life.  Led by museum educators trained by archaeologists.

Your day with us:

Time travel, spend the morning the Stone Age and the afternoon in the Iron Age

Move with the seasons as a hunter gatherer

Survival skills – make nettle cordage, willow weave fish traps and keep warm in Winter

Iron Age – wool spinning and clay pot making

Castle Ring – visit the remains of the Iron Age hill fort with a guided walk

Cost from £7.00 per child, maximum 30 children per day.  Available Summer term only,

Please note: children need to wear suitable outdoor clothing and shoes as much of the day is outside.  The school is responsible for transport between sites.  Castle Ring is a scheduled ancient monument that does not have toilet facilities.