Dark Ages Weekend

Type:Family

The Ancient Technology Centre, Damerham Road, Cranborne, Dorset, BH21 5RP

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Vikings fight behind coloured shields with axes and swords.

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The Ancient Technology Centre welcomes you to the second of our public open weekends - this time to the Dark Ages of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings!
Come and see the Viking villagers doing their daily chores and crafts, watch them in combat in the arena, and have a go yourself (under 10's only!). Lots of have a go activities included in entrance fee, Living History displays, hot food, teas, coffees and scrummy cakes for an additional fee.
Park in Cranborne Middle School car park. No smoking or dogs on site please. £10 adults £5 children. Lots of items for sale in our gift shop and around site.

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Unit 1 - Adult£10.00 per ticket
Unit 2 - Child£5.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Opening Times

Season (27 July 2024 - 28 July 2024)
DayTimes
Saturday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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