Nice people don’t write on walls, do they? Perhaps not, but the Romans were not always nice, and they wrote on walls constantly.

How did Romans manage arithmetic in Roman numerals? By using dried beans on a counting board. Explore how this highly visual system uses different mental skills and how it helps learners who struggle with maths.

Explore Roman magic, what is was used for, and discover how to make your own! Can be extended for a whole day experience 9am-5pm

Learn to make a decorated copper arm cuff in the style of Viking jewellery. On this course, you will use the technique ‘chasing and repoussé’ to make simple patterns on a band of copper, which you will later form into an arm cuff.

Spend the day making copper shadow puppets inspired by folklore of the British Isles. Then gather around the fire in one of our atmospheric Iron Age roundhouses and watch your designs come to life.

Learn how to weave on a warp weighted loom, a technology used throughout history, dating back to the Neolithic in Central Europe. This workshop can be paired with our Setting up Warp Weighted Looms Workshop, during which you will learn to set up a warp weighted loom.

Learn how to set up a warp weighted loom, a technology used throughout history, dating back to the Neolithic in Central Europe. This workshop can be paired with Warp Weighted Weaving workshop, during which you will learn to weave and develop your weaving techniques.

Join bestselling author of 'Found and Ground', natural arts materials artist and teacher Caroline Ross for a dive into the colourful world of foraged, historical and natural paints and inks.

Join bestselling author of 'Found and Ground', natural arts materials artist and teacher Caroline Ross for a dive into the colourful world of foraged, historical and natural paints and inks.

Grow your nalbinding knowledge and discover how to do the Oslo stitch, a stitching technique that dates back to the pre-historical period.

Discover a prehistoric form of knitting, and learn nalbinding stitches used by the Vikings to create sturdy, warm clothes from mittens to socks!

Step back in time and experience the wonders of ancient copper metallurgy! From smelting copper from malachite to creating bronze alloys and casting your own metal object, you’ll be hands-on with the processes that shaped human history.

Discover timeless techniques and learn how to cut, stich and dye leather to create your very own personalised travel pouch.

Learn an endangered craft deeply rooted to rural life, from one of the last remaining tutors in the country. Plait straw to create a range of corn dollies themed around nature. A soothing and relaxing activity, this workshop is beginner friendly.

Discover a craft that has never been replicated by a machine! Learn the traditional and sustainable craft of basket weaving on this relaxed day course, and turn natural hedgerow materials into your own basket.

Discover the historic use of plants in the Butser Gardens, and create your own ointment. Explore how plants through time have been used for food, flavourings, dye, medical treatments, strewing, and making protection amulets.

Explore the ancient art of amulet making, inspired by intricate Anglo Saxon pendants and brooches. Led by artist and maker Lydia Asscher, learn techniques originally developed in the Bronze Age.

A unique chance to explore the origins of British language with linguist and Medievalist Harriet Earis.

Celebrate summer solstice by crafting a carrier of light! Create a copper flower tealight holder in our wonderful intergenerational workshop.

Step back in time and experience the wonders of ancient copper metallurgy! From smelting copper from malachite to creating bronze alloys and casting your own metal object, you’ll be hands-on with the processes that shaped human history.

Immerse yourself in nature and discover our ancestors’ most versatile little plant, used in clothing, cooking, and healing. It’s not just a weed! Forage for wild nettles and learn to spin their fibres into thread.

Guided by two experienced maille-makers, learn to make your own piece of history to take away with you. Craft a bracelet, patch, and three links of riveted maille to gain hands-on experience of various methods.

Create a rush gathering basket using a variety of skills such as using a paring weave, creating a track border, and making cordage.

Learn to make a decorated copper arm cuff in the style of Viking jewellery. On this course, you will use the technique ‘chasing and repoussé’ to make simple patterns on a band of copper, which you will later form into an arm cuff.