Archaeology meets storytelling with a time team presenter and an award-winning storyTeller!
Adult ticket £18 / Child ticket £10
Mammoth bones, human skulls, a glorious helmet buried in an ancient ship... What stories could these ancient items tell us?
Learn about the past with this after-school performance of vivid and original storytelling, bringing to life some of the most extraordinary archaeological finds from the distant past, and discover the real archaeology behind these treasures!
Join anthropologist and TV presenter Mary-Ann Ochota (Time Team, Mystic Britain) and award-winning storyteller Jason Buck in our Great Roundhouse as they weave together fact, fiction, and ancient myth on a unique journey through 15,000 years of British archaeology.
Perfect for young history-lovers, aspiring archaeologists, and fans of Indiana Jones!
There will be a bar selling locally produced cider, mead and a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Hot drinks and snacks will also be available to be purchased from our shop.
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Mary-Ann Ochota and Jason Buck team up in a dynamic duo of storytelling and archaeology!
Mary-Ann Ochota is an archaeologist, anthropologist, and outdoor adventurer. You might have seen her on telly, presenting shows like Time Team and Mystic Britain. She has also written books on British archaeology including Secret Britain: Unearthing our Mysterious Past.
Jason Buck is an award-winning storyteller and frequent Butser bard, filling our Great Roundhouse with tales of heroes and adventure. He has published five collections of stories, including Ragged Miser and Stories from the Woods and Wild Places, and has also been known to perform sword swallowing!
ABOUT THIS EVENT
A creative and educational show blending vivid storytelling and real archaeology
Performances from an award-winning storyteller and an experienced TV presenter
Family-friendly storytelling for ages 8+
Soft drinks, snacks, cider, and mead available at the bar
All proceeds of this event go towards supporting the ongoing research and educational work of Butser Ancient Farm.
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
Two hours of original storytelling weaving together fact, fiction and ancient myth, told in a cosy Celtic roundhouse. Hear fantastic stories and gaze at the crackling fire, while visiting a truly unique setting.
USEFUL INFORMATION: You may wish to bring a blanket or cushion to make your seat more comfortable. Please wear sensible footwear and dress for the weather.
TIMINGS: This special event starts at 4pm, so please arrive at 3.45pm. The event will finish at 6pm.
FIRES: Please note there will be open fires in the house during this event.
CASH: There will be a cash bar at this event and the opportunity to buy hot drinks, snacks, and gifts in our shop.
ALCOHOL: No alcohol to be brought into the event.
ANIMALS: We are sorry but dogs (apart from assistance dogs) are not invited to this special event.
REFUNDS: We cannot offer any refunds on tickets unless Butser Ancient Farm needs to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances.
SPECIAL EVENT: This event is not included as general admission for our annual pass holders. This ticket is for access to the timed event only and does not include full admission to the Farm.
COVID-19: We will be complying with any relevant Covid-19 government guidance in place at the time of the event including the latest guidance on mask wearing. If you have any Covid-19 symptoms or have been asked to self-isolate, please do not attend.