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Festival of Archaeology free weekend

Step into the fun of Camp Lyveden and become an archaeology explorer through fun and games

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

For one weekend only, at the start of summer, you can explore Lyveden for free, including the adventures that await in Camp Lyveden. Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology with fun and games including a play dig and 'hook-a-look' challenge.

Test your archery and axe throwing skills from 11-3 both days of the weekend. Pick up a £2 activity token from visitor reception when you arrive to participate. 2 tokens are needed to do both archery and axe-throwing.

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The basics

Accessibility

Activities are on grass, off a gravel path. If you have any questions about your accessibility needs, please get in touch.

Meeting point

When you arrive at the Visitor Reception, our friendly welcome team will direct you to where the activities are, and you can also pick up a £2 archery or axe throwing token from there.

Suitability for children

Fun for all the family

What to bring and wear

All activities are outside so dress for the outdoors and whatever the weather brings.

Upcoming events

Share Photography exhibition 

Head to the Common Room to see work by local photography group Share Photography

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on
3 Jul to 14 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 11 other dates or times

Clay Café at Lyveden 

Discover the calming, creative joy of working with clay in our cosy café. No experience or artistic skills necessary.

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on
8 Jul to 5 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

Soundbathing Experience with Equanimity Yoga 

Enjoy a calming and relaxing after-hours soundbath in this led experience.

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on
10 Jul to 14 Aug 2026
at 17:00 to 18:30+ 1 other date or time

Monthly Guided Walk at Lyveden 

Join our Guided Walk leaders for a monthly social walk, beginning at Lyveden and then heading off into the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside.

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on
12 Jul to 12 Dec 2026
at 10:15 to 12:20+ 5 other dates or times