Post by Tegernacus on Jun 6, 2008 10:04:42 GMT -1
THREE national archaeologists, expert on the Iron Age, are to give presentations on a major Denbighshire site.
Their talk will be combined with a two mile site visit to the spectacular hillfort of Caer Drewyn.
The day, on June 21, will include presentations from Dr Toby Driver, aerial archaeologist for the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales and Kenneth Brassil, learning officer for Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales.
They will discuss the function, history and elements of hillforts and roundhouses in the Iron Age (800BC-43AD). George Smith, from Gwynedd Archaeological Trust will talk about the hillforts and settlements of north Wales.
The event will include a site visit to the hillfort of Caer Drewyn, built around 2500 years ago.
‘Welcome to the Iron Age’ runs from 10am to 4.30pm, meeting at Corwen Sports Pavilion, War Memorial Park, Corwen and participants are asked to wear suitable clothing and bring a packed lunch. Tea and coffee will be provided on arrival.
Call 01824 708257 or email helen.mrowiec@denbighshire. gov.uk
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Their talk will be combined with a two mile site visit to the spectacular hillfort of Caer Drewyn.
The day, on June 21, will include presentations from Dr Toby Driver, aerial archaeologist for the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Wales and Kenneth Brassil, learning officer for Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales.
They will discuss the function, history and elements of hillforts and roundhouses in the Iron Age (800BC-43AD). George Smith, from Gwynedd Archaeological Trust will talk about the hillforts and settlements of north Wales.
The event will include a site visit to the hillfort of Caer Drewyn, built around 2500 years ago.
‘Welcome to the Iron Age’ runs from 10am to 4.30pm, meeting at Corwen Sports Pavilion, War Memorial Park, Corwen and participants are asked to wear suitable clothing and bring a packed lunch. Tea and coffee will be provided on arrival.
Call 01824 708257 or email helen.mrowiec@denbighshire. gov.uk
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