Living History Workshops
Energetic and Engaging Experimental Archaeology Workshops for Schools
Stone Age, Ancient Greek, Ancient Egyptian, Roman, Viking, Anglo Saxon
"Absolutely fantastic workshop! Children were engaged from the outset. Great activities throughout the day. Highly reccommended. 10/10!"
Mrs Burrha, Rosherville CEP Academy
"In over 10 years of teaching this was the best I've ever seen, especially for such a reasonable price. All staff and children had fun and learnt loads."
M Comell & T Daly, Northborough Junior School
"They know how to work with children. A very energetic and informative workshop that involves EVERY child. Brilliantly organised from start to finish."
J Pellett, Hamstreet Academy
'Amazing! So much more interactive for the children
than looking at artefacts in a museum.'
J Blake, Staplecross MCP School.
Less talk, more action! Specialising in hands-on, interactive activities.
The Stone Age KS1 & KS2
We investigate the Hunters and Gatherers of pre-historic Britain in this fast-paced, interactive session. Includes tool-making, 'flint' knapping, chalk carving and hunting !
Slave Markets, Latin Lessons, Original Artefacts, Gladiators, Marching and the Roman Pantomime all feature in these highly interactive workshops.
Anglo Saxons KS2
Experience life in an Anglo Saxon village with a carousel of Ancient Activities, Battle Trainingand a runic souvenir for all!
Set in the Ancient Athenian Agora and featuring Philosophy & Democracy, the Parthenon & the Elgin Marbles, Spartan Boot Camp, the Olympic Games.
300 years later than the Saxons but just as fierce, our interactive Viking workshops include a carousel of ancient activities, bardic storytelling and a Battle Drill!
The Ancient Egyptians KS1 & KS2
From the desert tribes of five thousand years ago to the death of Cleopatra just before Jesus was born, the Ancient Egyptians developed a culture that lasted around 3000 years. The Ancient Egyptians workshop looks at some of the things that make them so intriguing to us today. Includes Mummification, Original Artefacts, Tomb Raiding, Belly Dancing, Ancient Crafts and a pewter cartouche to make and keep.
Greek Theatre Workshop KS2 & KS3
Whole School, Small groups, Inset Days,
Team Building. Based on real plays from Aristophanes & Homer, this is an excellent workshop for enabling groups to work together.
Featuring a Grand Finale which celebrates the Festival of Dionysos in Athens around 450BC. Features contemporary issues and real-life characters. Links in with the Ancient Greek curriculum as required.
Excellent for team-building and boosting confidence.
What you get from a Living History Workshop:
*All LHW crew are fully trained with years of experience in drama, music, storytelling, history and working in the school environment.
*An action-packed session designed to keep your students engaged & entertained!
*REAL artefacts to touch and examine.
*Every child makes a souvenir to take home and keep.
*Workshops which can be adapted to suit specific topic areas and local history.
Festival, Bespoke Workshops & Community Events
We also provide drop-in workshops for festivals & outdoor events, where particiants of all ages can have a go at an ancient or natural craft and make something to keep. We always use natural materials where possible and are proud of our reputation for no plastic and virtually no waste! If you are hosting an event, and are looking for someone to provide interesting, unusual and entertaining activities for your guests please click HERE for information.