Surrey Archaeological Society

Emma Corke, Director of excavations at Cock Farm Abinger, will be updating us on yet another successful season on this site of Iron Age and Roman agricultural activity in Abinger. Earlier indications of a human presence include Neolithic pottery and a number of flint implements. Archaeology found in the three CFA19 trenches , including Iron Age, transitional and Roman ditches, and more than 170 postholes, are tying together features from previous seasons to indicate a pattern of activity over several centuries.

James Bromwich is the author of several specialist guide books to Roman archaeology in France. Last season we heard James talking on the garum and salt industries in France and he is back talking to us about Gallic sanctuaries. Sites that will be expanded upon include Le Vieil-Évreux in Normandy and Haut-Bécherel Sanctuary at Corseul in Brittany.

James' detailed guide books will be on sale during the evening.

David Calow, Director of the Flexford excavations, will be talking to members about a number of sites within Surrey where metal detectorist have uncovered large numbers of metal finds. These finds have either enhanced the understanding of activities on a known site or highlighted the presence of a previously unknown site. Come along to learn more.

Talk with Dr Edward Madigan, Royal Holloway, University of London.

The First World War was the bloodiest conflict in British history. This talk will explore the nature of trench warfare and the ways in which soldiers responded to the demands of front line service.

Tickets £10: Surrey History Trust members £5

Book from: surreycc.gov.uk/culture-and-leisure/history-centre/events

There are two sessions for this workshop for ages 5-11 years: 10.30-12.00 and 13.00-14.30

Learn about the evolution of dinosaurs and enjoy an arts and crafts session designing your own dinosaur.

£8 per child with £1 sibling discount. Spaces are limited so booking essential. Contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

There are two sessions: 10.30-12.00 and 13.00-14.30. £8 per child with £1 sibling discount.

Learn about the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings and what great crafts people they were. Be inspired to make your own Saxon artefact.

Spaces are limited to booking essential. Contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

In the deep time of prehistory early men crawled down into the darkest caves and used light from primitive candles to paint pictures of themselves and the animals they hunted. Discover how and why these paintings were created.

Two identical sessions will be run, please book to reserve a place. £5 per child: maximum 16 children.

Contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Find out how local people defended their town, families and community during the dark days of WW2. As the sandbags were piled high, barrage balloons filled the air and children were evacuated, the people of Epsom and Ewell mad ready to do battle on the Home Front.

£5 per child

For information and booking contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Professor Alice Roberts will share insights, anecdotes and behind the scenes stories from her personal journies to explore Britain's past.

More information and booking from: https://www.princeshall.com/event/89604/professor-alice-roberts

David Quick, Chairman of Liss Archaeology, will talk to us on the latest excavations at Colemore.