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Festival of Archaeology - Artefacts Day

Whether you’re an archaeological amateur, enthusiast or a budding Indiana Jones, join us to discover more about Tattershall Castle and its layered past.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

National Trust, Tattershall Castle is proud to be taking part in the Festival of Archaeology this summer. The festival is the biggest archaeological celebration in the UK, organised by the Council for British Archaeology (CBA).

Join us on various days to see and touch some fascinating artifacts from the moat. Can you determine what they were and when they were used? What is it and where why was it important?

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

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The basics

Accessibility

Gravel path to the parlour, but fully accessible

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Parlour

Upcoming events

The Inner Ward Makers 

In medieval castles, the inner ward of the castle was the most secure and important area inside the castle walls, skilled craftsmen including pottery makers played useful but slightly different roles.

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on
12 Jul to 30 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 15:30+ 2 other dates or times

Festival of Archaeology - Guided Archaeological Walk at Tattershall Castle 

Tattershall Castle is proud to be taking part in the Festival of Archaeology this summer. The festival is the biggest archaeological celebration in the UK, organised by the Council for British Archaeology (CBA).

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on
18 Jul to 27 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 13:00+ 2 other dates or times

Summer of Play 

Big skies, bold games, and brilliant family fun—summer comes alive at Tattershall Castle!

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on
22 Jul to 6 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 32 other dates or times

Graffiti Tour of Tattershall Castle 

Tattershall Castle is proud to be taking part in the Festival of Archaeology this summer. The festival is the biggest archaeological celebration in the UK, organised by the Council for British Archaeology (CBA).

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on
27 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 11:30