Sweet Track Walk (Festival of Archaeology)

Schedule

Fri Jul 19 2024 at 10:30 am to 01:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Avalon Marshes Centre | Glastonbury, EN

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Step back in time and tread the ancient paths of Neolithic Britain with a guided walk along the famed Sweet Track on the Somerset Levels.
About this Event

Step back in time and tread the ancient paths of Britain's Neolithic history with a guided walk along the famed Sweet Track. Preserved in the peat of Shapwick Heath for nearly 6000 years, the timber trackway offers a fascinating insight into prehistoric engineering, woodwork and travel. Led by Ranger Jon Macaulay, this exclusive 3-hour tour will give you a unique insight into the area's rich heritage.

Cost

The guided tour is free as part of the national Heritage Open Days celebration.

Enquiries

For more information contact [email protected].

Dogs

Please note that dogs, with the exception of guide dogs, are not permitted on this section of Shapwick Heath.

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Where is it happening?

Avalon Marshes Centre, Avalon Marshes Centre, Glastonbury, United Kingdom

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