flint knapping

Come and join us for a day of flint knapping and discover the oldest trade on Earth

With Will Lord

One day: Saturday 15th May.

During the course you will learn the basic art and understanding of Flint Knapping and learn how to make a range of prehistoric tools from arrowheads to axe heads. You will be using the same tools that prehistoric man used in days gone by, soft antler hammers, a range of different quartzite pebbles and flint.

Knapping Flint is an ancient craft that needs practice for one to become proficient at. Through out the day Will will share his knowledge and experience with you so that you may take home the basic skills and techniques that will enable you to continue your journey into this craft of our ancestors.

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Will teaches traditional techniques that will enable you to wonder at the dexterity and skill of you ancestors

Will Lord has been involved in flint knapping and prehistoric technology since 1975, when his Parents Val and John Lord became custodians at Grimes Graves. Grimes Graves is a of group Neolithic flint mines in Thetford forest Norfolk.

Will has been teaching the skills of our ancestors and learning new techniques since approximately 1990.

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The course will be held in our woodland camp so come prepared to be working outside in the glorious spring sunshine. There will be a crackling fire so that you can help yourself to hot drinks through out the day and maybe try some woodland tucker! All equipment is supplied including antler hammers and thigh mats so just come and enjoy a day in the outdoors learning a skill that has been practiced for an age!

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£60.00 per person inc of a woodland lunch

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Please note that young people must be 16+ years old.

Limited spaces so please book early.