Easter with the Anglo Saxons — Butser Ancient Farm
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Easter with the Anglo Saxons


  • Butser Ancient Farm Chalton Lane Hampshire, PO8 0BG United Kingdom (map)

Honour the ancient celebration of Ēostre with your ancestors this Easter weekend and welcome back the spring at Butser Ancient Farm.  The Anglo-Saxons of Herigeas Hundas will be greeting the new season in honour of the ancient goddess, Ēostre as this special time of year.   

Step back in time and meet a Saxon warband! Witness battles and archery displays, try on their armour, see Saxon crafts and creators, explore a living history encampment, and much more...

Explore authentic Saxon halls recreated from real Hampshire archaeology, brought to life by the Saxons of Herigeas Hundas. The weekend will be filled with living history displays from weaving and authentic cooking to wood and leather crafting.

There will also be exciting combat displays throughout the weekend, visitors can come face to face with terrifying warriors as they do battle in the shield wall and come under fire from skilled archers.

All included in regular admission to Butser Ancient Farm. Book online for up to 10% off your tickets!

Earlier Event: April 14
Have-a-go archery
Later Event: April 21
Mammoth Monday