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King Alfred and Somerset Day

Sunday
10
May
-
Sunday
10
May
|
10.00 am
-
5.00 pm
Avalon Archaeology
Avalon Marshes Centre
,
Shapwick Road
,
Westhay
,
BA6 9TT
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Event information

01823278805
avalonarchaeology@swheritage.org.uk
Admission:
"Drop in, normal entry applies: Adult: £5.50, Concessions*: £4, Child (aged 5-17) £4, Child (under 5): FREE"

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King Alfred and Somerset Day

Sunday
10
May
-
Sunday
10
May
|
10.00 am
-
5.00 pm
Avalon Archaeology
Avalon Marshes Centre
,
Shapwick Road
,
Westhay
,
BA6 9TT

"Join us at Avalon Archaeology as we mark Somerset Day with reenactors from Draca Beordor exploring craft, culture and combat in Saxon Somerset.Here’s what to expect:• Follow the Alfred Art Trail around the reconstructions.• See Draca Beordor in action with a combat demonstration at 2.30 pm.• Learn to write in the style of King Alfred and dress up like a Saxon for a selfie in the longhall.• Strike your own King Alfred coin (£1).Visitors can also explore the reconstructions such as the Anglo-Saxon longhall and the Roman dining-room, filled with hand crafted furniture and art. Immerse yourself in thousands of years of heritage on Somerset Day!Image credits: Draca Beordor"

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