Learn the most ancient skill there is: how to prepare an animal for the table. Guided by Craig Brooks, author of Eat Like a Viking! you’ll learn to skin and butcher a deer, and use authentic recipes, tools, and techniques to cook a Saxon feast fit for kings!
About the workshop
One-day workshop, 10am - 4pm with a break for lunch
Learn to skin and butcher a deer using traditional techniques
Cook a full meal over an open fire, and enjoy your food in a Saxon hall
Set in the unique surroundings of Butser Ancient Farm’s historic buildings
Deer used in this workshop have been ethically and sustainably sourced. Please contact us if you have any dietary requirements and we will do everything we can to accommodate you.
Included in your ticket
Entrance to the farm, a full day’s tuition and expertise, a deer and all the tools necessary to butcher it, and ingredients for a delicious Saxon meal to enjoy.
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Please wear sensible clothing and footwear for this workshop.
Food is included in this workshop, but you may want to bring your own snacks as well. Sandwiches (subject to availability), hot and cold drinks, and snacks are sold in our gift shop.
This workshop is suitable for ages 18 and above only.