Bronze, Beer and Boats: Stanwick Lakes Heritage Talk
Fri 09 May
|Wellingborough
Join Dr. James Dilley as he looks back at the highs, lows, spills and thrills of the Big Bronze Age Boat Build at the lakes. From amusing predicaments to exploring the role of prehistoric archaeology in today’s world.
Time & Location
09 May 2025, 10:00 – 11:00
Wellingborough, Stanwick Lakes, Wellingborough NN9, UK
About
An overview:
Join Dr. James Dilley as he looks back at the highs, lows, spills and thrills of the Big Bronze Age Boat Build at the lakes. From amusing predicaments to exploring the role of prehistoric archaeology in today’s world. If you are interested in history, archaeology or crafts (and enjoy a laugh), this is a talk for you.
The speaker:
Dr. James Dilley led the Bronze Age boat build at Stanwick Lakes over the last couple of years as well as prehistoric craft workshops and living history displays. He works with museums and universities all over the world and frequently appears on TV demonstrating prehistoric crafts. His work is on display in Stonehenge, The British Museum and many other well-known heritage sites.
The exhibition:
Make sure to also visit the new, free-to-enter exhibition, exploring the heritage journey at Stanwick Lakes that spans over 40 years. From archaeological excavations and…