Gloucester Festival of Archaeology

In its third year, the Gloucester Festival of Archaeology, encourages visitors and residents to explore the city and gain a greater appreciation of what lies beneath.

By Emma Luther  |  Published
Take part in free BrickBox Stained Glass LEGO® workshops as well as BrickBox drop-in Lego workshops at the Folk of Gloucester.

Steeped in more than 2,000 years of history, Gloucester has plenty to inspire budding archaeologists young and old, much of which is hidden underfoot and above the eye-line.

Explore Gloucester’s ‘hidden’ history with lots to see and do, including a 3D archaeology trail as well as free activities at the Museum of Gloucester, St Michael's Tower, St Mary De Crypt and The Folk of Gloucester on Festival Day, which is Saturday 29 July 2023.

There's also the chance to take Eastgate Chamber Tours in Eastgate Street and to get a glimpse of at the Lego Keep Castle, sponsored by Gloucester BID at Folk of Gloucester.

Take part in free BrickBox Stained Glass LEGO® workshops as well as BrickBox drop-in Lego workshops at the Folk of Gloucester.

Marc Waters, event coordinator at The Folk of Gloucester and Trustee of Gloucester Civic Trust, said: 'By building on the previous year’s activities, the Gloucester Festival of Archaeology is bigger and better than before.'

Gloucester Archaeology Festival is organised by Gloucester Civic Trust in partnership with several organisations and heritage venues in Gloucester.

Event

Gloucester Festival of Archaeology

Venue

Gloucester — various locations

Dates

Saturday 15 to Sunday 30 July 2023

Times

Various — visit The Folk of Gloucester Facebook page for more details on various events

Admission

Events are free to attend

Telephone

(01452) 207101

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