Travel back to the Iron Age with a whole host of activities and costumed interpreters

Location:
Museum of the Iron Age
Cost:
Free with ticket to Museum of the Iron Age
Date:
25 Jul 2026
Category:
Art and Craft, Children & family activities, Special Events, Summer, Talk
Times:
10am - 4pm

Step back over 2,000 years and experience life in Iron Age Britain at this immersive, family-friendly event.

Meet the Ancient Britons brings history to life with costumed interpreters who will transport you to a time of hillforts, tribal life, and craftsmanship. Discover how people lived, worked, and survived in prehistoric Britain through a variety of hands-on activities and demonstrations.

What to expect

  • Live demonstrations of Iron Age skills and crafts
  • Hands-on activities for all ages
  • Interactive experiences with knowledgeable reenactors
  • Stories and insights into everyday life in ancient Britain

Whether you’re trying your hand at a traditional craft or chatting with our expert interpreters, this is a unique opportunity to engage directly with the past.

Good to know

  • Included with standard admission to Andover Museum & the Museum of the Iron Age
  • Suitable for families, history enthusiasts, and curious minds of all ages

Come along and discover what life was really like for the people of ancient Britain, an unforgettable journey into the Iron Age awaits!

In collaboration with the Festival of Archaeology and Andover's Step in to Summer event

 

  • Montage of Iron Age reenactors and family activities from Meet the Ancient Britons event
  • Photo montage of activities from 2025's meet the ancient britons event. Costumed interpreters and children trying out Iron Age crafts
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