Saturday 26th October: Launch Event: Ashford Museum Annexe: 11am to 4pm
Drop in to Ashford Museum’s learning centre to discover more about the archaeology of Chilmington. Find out what the team already knows, and how this community project will change and improve our present understanding of the area. There will be pop-up displays and crafting activities for children based around the nationally important Iron Age warrior burials at Brisley Farm. This event is suitable for all ages.
Free: no need to book, just drop in!
Saturday 26th October: Autumn Lectures and Wine Reception: Ashford Museum Annexe: 4.30pm to 6.00pm
Join AOC’s community archaeology team and a fantastic selection of archaeological experts for a wine reception and a series of lectures focussed on Chilmington’s ancient past. Prior knowledge of archaeology is not necessary- all that’s needed is a desire to meet like-minded people and find out more about your local area! This event is aimed at adults, however younger guests with a keen interest are more than welcome (soft drinks will also be provided!).
Ticketed but free: book your place here
Wednesday 29th October: Chilmington Green Timeline Detectives: Chilmington Community Cabin: 10am to 3pm
We’ll be running a holiday archaeology workshop for pre-schoolers and primary school-aged children in the Community Cabin this October half term. Learn about how archaeology forms, how and why archaeologists dig, and why Chilmington Green is so special. Become a Timeline Detective with our community archaeology team, and earn your Timeline Detective Certificate!
Free: no need to book, just drop in!