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Archaeology Along the River Rother

National Trust Archaeologist Nathalie Cohen uncovers the recent fascinating projects at Smallhythe Place and Bodiam Castle.

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National Trust Archaeologist Nathalie Cohen uncovers the recent fascinating projects at Smallhythe Place and Bodiam Castle.

Discover 2000 years of history at Smallhythe Place, from the Romans to Medieval shipbuilding, and what was found during the three year dig here between 2021 - 2023.

Hear about the ongoing Dig project at Bodiam Castle and its surrounding landscape.

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All £7.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for children 7+

Meeting point

This talk takes place inside the Barn Theatre, the entrance is via the Tea Room.

Accessibility

There is wheelchair access into the theatre.

Upcoming events

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'Dressing Lady Macbeth': An Exhibition (26 February - 2 November) 

Rediscover gems of the 1888 Lyceum Theatre production of 'Macbeth' in an intimate exhibition - a final chance to see Ellen Terry's Beetlewing dress before it is put away for conservation 'rest'.

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on
2 May to 2 Nov 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 135 other dates or times
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The Art of Scene Painting 

A display in our 17th century barn theatre celebrating the art of the scene painter. Wednesday - Sunday until 28 May 2025.

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on
2 May to 28 May 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 20 other dates or times
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The Most Perilous Comedie of Elizabeth I 

Experience the return of outdoor theatre at Smallhythe this May with The Three Inch Fools.

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on
24 May to 25 May 2025
at
19:00 to 21:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Little Women 

After last year’s successful tour of ‘Pride and Prejudice’, Smallhythe Place welcomes Hotbuckle back to perform the latest unique adaptation of classic novels.

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on
5 Jun to 6 Jun 2025
at
19:30 to 22:00
+ 1 other date or time