We’re so pleased to hear how much the children from Heamoor Community Primary School learnt on their recent ‘Discovery Workshop’ at Carn Euny, one of the best-preserved ancient villages in the south-west.
This is what their teachers said…
“The children had the opportunity to see what life in prehistoric Britain looked like through engaging and thought-provoking activities.”
“They were able to observe, touch and explore prehistoric life when holding and discussing artefacts from the past and exploring the remains of an ancient village.”
“The expertise and knowledge that Caroline brought to the workshop was invaluable in helping the children to broaden their understanding.”
Led by our Education and Outreach Manager, Caroline, the day was jam-packed with hands-on learning, including exploring the ancient village, handling artefacts, and reimagining the past in this archaeological landscape.
Carn Euny is a courtyard house settlement from the Iron Age and Romano-British periods, occupied from about 500 BCE to 400 CE.
It consists of a number of “courtyard houses” of a type unique to West Cornwall. Rooms, huts, workshops and stables are built around a central courtyard, with a substantial doorway leading from the courtyard to the lanes and “streets” of the village.
Here’s what the students said…
“I enjoyed exploring a place I’ve never been to before.”
“I really enjoyed looking in the fogou.”
“I enjoyed looking at ancient objects.”
“I liked holding things and know that ancient people used them in their daily lives.”
“I had never heard of a fogou. I loved it!”
“I learned that people used animal bones to fish with.”
The workshop was provided free of charge as part of our Discovery Workshops Programme. This programme is part-funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund.
We offer a wide range of free and subsidised workshops at our historic sites as part of our Discovery Programme, and feedback like this shows what inspiring learning experiences they are.
Our on-site workshops are provided to schools, alternative education provision and community groups free of charge. For those struggling with the cost of petrol and vehicle hire, you can also apply for one of our transport grants to support your visit.
