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Stories in Fort Blanket

Join one of our friendly volunteers for story time in the cosy setting of Fort Blanket.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Snuggle up with blankets and cushions and settle in for stories read by one of our volunteers.

Friday 1 August, 11am-1pm Friday 15 August, 11am - 12 noon, 1pm - 2pm Friday 29 August, 11am - 12 noon, 1pm - 2pm

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Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Meeting point

Meet in the upstairs exhibition space, known as Fort Blanket for the summer.

Accessibility

The first floor is accessible by stair and by a lift. There is no hearing loop in this space. If you would like to discuss your accessibility needs, please call or email.

Upcoming events

Event

Festival of Archaeology at Lyveden 

Join us for a week of play digs, shield making, talks and exciting displays from archaeologists, all finished off with a Civil War living history weekend.

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on
28 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Historical treasure hunt 

Solve the riddles and discover clues to Lyveden's past.

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on
28 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Camp Lyveden week one: Historical treasure hunt 

Join us as we venture back in time with a week jam packed with historical themed activities.

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on
28 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Outdoor Tuesday | Archaeological dig 

Play at being an archaeologist with the mock dig.

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on
29 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00