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Lumps and bumps: spotting archaeology in the field

Tuesday 16 September @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Details

Date:
Tuesday 16 September 2025
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Website:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lumps-and-bumps-spotting-archaeology-in-the-field-tickets-1563979878919?aff=oddtdtcreator
Transport
Car park on site
Facilities
No toilets available
Suitable for
Adults
Terrain
Uneven or muddy ground
A view across a lumpy field with Blackdown Hills landscape in the background

Discover the hidden stories beneath your feet!

Join us for an engaging afternoon of local archaeology, where we’ll learn how to identify “lumps and bumps” in the landscape and uncover the fascinating layers of history they represent .

Led by archaeologist Cressida Whitton (Devon County Council Historic Environment Team), this session combines a talk and a guided walk, exploring how to read landscapes through archaeological features.

The walk is steep in places and on uneven ground. Appropriate footwear is required.

Location: Meet at Wolford Lodge, Limmers Lane, Honiton, EX14 4QL what3words///:landlords.clips.husbands

Parking: There is very limited parking in front of Wolford Chapel so please car share if at all possible.

Booking is essential – book your place here

Please note: there are no facilities available.

This event is part of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape – Festival of Heritage 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

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