From Saturday 14th March Commemorating the Re-interment of King Richard III
10:00-16:00 | Monk Bar | Normal admission prices apply A series of special installations commemorating the re-interment of King Richard III; including a new display chronicling the discovery of Richard III’s remains in Leicester, featuring a collection of items donated by Philippa Langley, a key figure in the excavation. There will also be archaeological finds from the Towton Battlefield and some of the remains of Richard III’s chapel at Towton, displayed for the first time.
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14th March British Science Week: Steampunk Science
11:00 - 16:00 | DIG | Normal Admission Prices apply A fascinating look at the weird and wonderful world of Victorian science & inventions with a steampunk twist; fantastical theories, intriguing characters and amazingly fun activities, this is an event you don’t want to miss!
Saturday 21st March European Day of Early Music with Medieval Minstrels Trouvere
12:00 - 16:00 | Barley Hall | Normal Admission Prices apply Medieval minstrel duo Trouvere will be playing for visitors, discussing the music and demonstrating their instruments.
Sunday 29th March Battle of Towton Palm Sunday Commemorative Event
10:00 - 16:00 | Towton Hall, Towton (3.5 miles south of Tadcaster) £3, Under 12 years FREE Falconry displays, traders, living history, guided walks, crafts and military displays are on offer plus see costumed re-enactors from York Archaeological Trust (YAT) and have a go at archaeology-themed activities! Walkers are advised to wear sturdy footwear and suitable outdoor clothing. Please see www.towton.org.uk for more information. This is a Towton Battlefield Society Event.
Join The JORVIK Group this summer for a medieval experience like no other! Combining falconry, archery and thrilling re-enactments as well as activities for children and our ever-popular Church Explorers! programme, this year’s Medieval Festival is promising to be the best ever.
Discover more at www.yorkshire-medieval-festival.co.uk
PRE-BOOKING EVENTS:
Please call our dedicated reservation line on 01904 615505 or book online at
www.jorvikbookings.com
www.thejorvikgroup.com | @thejorvikgroup
The JORVIK Group of Attractions operates five York attractions: JORVIK Viking Centre, DIG, Barley Hall and the Richard III & Henry VII Experiences and is owned by York Archaeological Trust, a registered charity in England & Wales (No 509060) and Scotland (SCO42846)
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SPRING & SUMMER EVENTS PROGRAMME 2015
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Wednesday 1st April The Barley Hall Servants - Living History at the Hall
11:00 - 15:00 | Barley Hall | Normal Admission Prices apply Fresh from winning the 2014 Marsh Trust British Museum Volunteers for Museum Learning Award, Yorkshire, our volunteers are back to offer an extra treat for visitors, with living history showcasing the life of servants from the late medieval period.
Saturday 4th April The Lord Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt
10:00 - 15:00 (participants to start no later than 13:00) Collect your treasure trail sheet from JORVIK Viking Centre | £2.50 Set out on a city-wide quest for chocolate, solving the puzzles to visit historic locations around York. Play the games and gather the treats, with a special prize when you reach your final destination! With new attractions and fun games for 2015, don’t miss this egg-stravaganza! This is a fundraising event for York Archaeological Trust, York Merchant Adventurers’ Hall & York Mansion House
Wednesday 8th April The Barley Hall Servants - Living History at the Hall
11:00 - 15:00 | Barley Hall | Normal Admission Prices apply Please see listing from Wednesday 1st April for further information.
Sunday 12th April Towton Battlefield Walk
10:30 | Meet at The Rockingham Arms, Towton FREE - Donations Welcome Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear; be prepared to walk long distances on uneven surfaces - walk is approx. 3 miles long. The walk is free, but donations to Towton Battlefield Society are welcomed. Please note that other walk dates are available throughout the year. For more information please contact chairman@towton.org.uk This is a Towton Battlefield Society Event. This is a Towton Battlefield Society Event.
Wednesday 27th May The Barley Hall Servants - Living History at the Hall
11:00 - 15:00 | Barley Hall | Normal Admission Prices apply Please see listing from Wednesday 1st April for further information.
JUNE
Thursday 11th June Plants: The Real Silent Witnesses
19:00 | DIG | £4 Adult, £3 Conc. This presentation by Dr Jennifer Miller of YAT’s Dickson Laboratory for Bioarchaeology will outline the various ways in which plants contribute to the investigation of serious crime. Pre-booking essential
Monday 15th June Eoforwic Coach Tour: Visit to Scrayingham and Stamford Bridge
13:00 | Departs Memorial Gardens, Off Leeman Road | £12 Join your guide for this visit to the church of Saints Peter and Paul, Scrayingham, which incorporates fabric built before the end of the 8th century. Your visit will be followed by a brief stop in Stamford Bridge, the site of one of the decisive battles of 1066. Outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear recommended. Some walking / road crossings will be involved. Duration 2 hours 30 mins approx. Pre-booking essential
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17:00 - 20:00 | DIG | FREE Kids (and big kids!) are invited to come and see the wild side of archaeology; Grab a trowel and join the fun exploring the dig pits to find clues and secrets that will lead you on an adventure through the attraction!
Opening Saturday 23rd May Power and Glory: York in the Time of Henry VIII - a new exhibition at Barley Hall
10:00 - 17:00 | Barley Hall | Normal Admission Prices apply
10:30 & 14:30 Archaeological Resource Centre, 421 Huntington Road, YO31 9HT £4 (incl hot drink) A chance to visit the Trust’s new collections facility for an insight into the work of our curatorial department. This 1 hour tour will highlight some of the processes that go on behind the scenes, and gives you the chance to handle some archaeological treasures not currently on display. Please be advised that there is no parking on site: the 5, 5A, 13 and 13A bus routes from York are recommended. Suitable for over 12s. Pre-booking essential.
Saturday 20th June Researching and Representing the Early Medieval: the 2015 Richard Hall Symposium
Registration from 09:00, start 10:00, close 16:00 | King’s Manor £25 Adult, £20 Conc, Student & Friends of YAT This conference will bring together heritage professionals and researchers in such related fields as archaeology and public history to explore a range of current themes in early medieval research, as well as the impacts of this research in the public sphere. Pre-booking essential: 01904 615505. Tickets include morning/ afternoon refreshments and lunch. Add to your conference experience with a VIP reception & tour of JORVIK Viking Centre for an extra £10. Enquire for more details.
JULY
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10:30 & 14:30 Archaeological Resource Centre, 421 Huntington Road, YO31 9HT | £4 Please see listing information from Tuesday 16th June for details.
Saturday 18th July Archaeology Live! with Medieval Merriment
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Friday 15th May Museums at Night: DIG After Dark
Tuesday 16th June Behind the Scenes at York Archaeological Trust
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11:00 - 16:00 | Nottingham Castle Normal admission applies | Activities FREE or small charge Nottingham Castle will play host to Archaeology Live! this summer, offering visitors an opportunity to see real archaeology in action, meet experts and ask questions about the on-site dig.
Wednesday 22nd & 29th July The Barley Hall Servants - Living History at the Hall
11:00 - 15:00 | Barley Hall | Normal Admission Prices Apply Please see listing from Wednesday 1st April for further information.
To pre-book events please call 01904 615505 or visit www.jorvikbookings.com