Workshops AncientCraft – Bronze Axe Casting

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Bronze Axe Casting

Workshop Info:
The day will begin with a 1 hour introductory talk to metalworking in the Bronze Age, covering materials, UK artefacts and manufacturing techniques. Participants will be taken through the process of sand-mould making before choosing an axe or dagger to make their mould with. Each participant will have the chance to cast liquid bronze into their mould. There will be time to clean, polish and decorate the templates in the afternoon.

You will be providing with a new dust mask for the duration of this workshop as working with jet and jet-like materials can produce a lot of dust, and gloves to protect your hands while working with sharp flint.

Date: Saturday 5th October 2024
Duration: 10am – 4pm
Location: Stanwick Lakes, Northamptonshire

Your “Learn at the Lakes” experience…

Attendee Information:
Entry to Stanwick Lakes is included in each AncientCraft workshop ticket price.
Guidance will be on-hand at all times.
Appropriate clothing must be worn for manual work (fully covered shoes and trousers, etc.).
Attendees must be over 16.

Stanwick Lakes Cafe
Food and drinks can be purchased in the café in the Visitor Centre, or you can bring your own packed lunch. Please note if you are purchasing food from our café, a pre-order form will be available on the morning of the course (a selection of paninis, sandwiches, jacket potatoes etc. are available) so we can have your food freshly prepared for you.

AncientCraft Cancellation policy:
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts. Please email n.norman@rftrust.org.uk with any queries.