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Festival of Archaeology

Festival of Archaeology returns this year at Hinton Ampner. It is a perfect opportunity to celebrate all those who share a passion for archaeology across the UK.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us 25th July - 2nd August for an inspiring day out with all the family, celebrating the Festival of Archaeology. Explore our walled garden exhibition and take the chance to chat with the HART team, who will be on hand throughout the event. Younger visitors can pick up a spotter sheet to help guide their discoveries.

There will also be guided walks every day at 11am, where you can walk with a guide and discover the archaeology of Hinton Ampner, learning more about the history and hidden features of the site.

Rest easy, you can depend upon the passion, skills and knowledge of the Hinton Ampner Heritage Archaeology Ranger Team (HART) to furnish you with the know-how and confidence to get the most out of your archaeological adventure - whether it’s your first visit or your eightieth.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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Upcoming events

Summer in the House: A Grand Soirée 

Step inside Hinton Ampner and discover an immersive exhibition celebrating Ralph Dutton’s passion for hosting, entertaining, and bringing people together.

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14 Jul to 30 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 15:30+ 47 other dates or times

Guided garden tours 

Discover more about the gardens at Hinton Ampner by joining one of our volunteer led garden tours.

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14 Jul to 31 Oct 2026
at 11:30 to 12:15+ 40 other dates or times

Summer of Play 

Summer of Play with a splash of Pirates arrives at Hinton Ampner. Come and experience the gardens and grounds like never before and experience a whole new world of play.

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18 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 50 other dates or times

Festival of Archaeology: Test Pits 

During this year's Festival of Archaeology, the Hinton Heritage and Archaeology Team (HART) will be undertaking test pits in the orchard area. Come along and see what they discover!

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25 Jul to 2 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 8 other dates or times