Anglo Saxon Workshops

Immerse your school pupils or students in the fascinating world of the Anglo-Saxons with an enrichment learning interactive workshop! These sessions taught by industry professionals will transport you back to a historic past time of fierce warriors, skilled craftspeople, and rich cultural traditions. Subjects and topics can be integrated by the workshop provider to align with your key stage area of study and you might cover the following fun but educational activities: • Storytelling tales of bravery and adventure, immerse yourself in the sagas and myths of the Anglo-Saxons, from Beowulf to Bernicia and not forgetting Alfred the Great. • Learn about daily life, explore how the Anglo-Saxons lived, from their farming communities to bustling marketplaces, homes, clothing and food. • Discover the history of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, from the early settlements to the unification of England under Alfred the Great. • Get hands on with traditional artifacts and experience Anglo-Saxon crafts like weaving, woodcarving, and jewellery making. • Learn the secrets of the Anglo-Saxon runes (Futhorc). • Dress and feel like a warrior, dress-up in replica garments and weapons, and feel the weight of history as you imagine life as an Anglo-Saxon warrior and participate in role playing activities. • Listen to the sounds of the past with traditional Anglo-Saxon music. • Understand food and drinks typical of the Anglo-Saxon diet. Anglo-Saxon workshops are a fantastic way to learn about history in a fun and interactive way. They're perfect for school groups, higher education students and youth groups, or anyone with an interest in this fascinating period. These industry professionals will bring history to life in your school/college classroom or online so check out our fantastic outreach providers below;