Prehistoric Food and Ancient Cooking Workshop
From Forage to Feast. A practical day exploring how the landscape provided food for our ancestors in pre history.
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Linklater Pavilion, Railway Lane
Railway Lane Lewes BN7 2FG United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- 6 hours
- In person
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About this event
What did our ancestors eat? How did they prepare and cook their food?
Join us in this engaging hands-on day as we journey back in time to explore answers to these questions. We will ‘travel’ from the Mesolithic, 10,000 years ago, through to the Iron Age, in the centuries before Roman times. We will consider the archaeological evidence, and what we know about the landscape during these times, as well as today's habitats.
Based in our lovely woodland, we will introduce the archaeological evidence, and lead you through a series of practical activities to identify, process and cook a variety of foods. Our day will culminate in the opportunity to sample a variety of dishes prepared during the day. Much of the day will be centred around plant foods, but as animal produce forms a significant part of the picture, some animal products will be prepared - these will be in a separate space, providing optional tasting.
The day will be led by Tristan Bareham - an engaging facilitator with a wealth of knowledge and over 35 years’ experience experimenting with and teaching about the archaeological crafts of prehistoric Sussex. Co-leading will be Milly Hawkins, who has over 15 years’ experience leading practical foraging workshops from a prehistoric perspective. Milly is also Head of Community Learning at the Railway Land Wildlife Trust.
*Please note that all food materials will be sourced by course leaders from other sites, as foraging is not permitted at the Railway Land
Frequently asked questions
This is part of our adult learning so the day is open to those over 18, or over 16 if accompanied by a paying adult. We offer loads for children and young people including our young people's programmes: NatureLinks and Junior Rangers, so do check those out on our website!
We will be based in our woodland for the day, and if rain is forecast we will put up suitable shelter. We also have the opportunity of using the education space at the Linklater Pavilion. If dangerous winds or torrential rain is forecast we will look to rescheduling the day.
The Linklater Pavilion is near train and bus routes. All day car parks are on North / Brook Street, or at the station, and free parking is on town edges 15 minute walk away. If you have mobility issues we may be able to offer one of our very limited spaces, but this must be pre arranged with us.
Please drop us a line if you have significant food allergies. Much of the day will focus on plant foods and our connection with the landscape. Some animal products will be cooked (on a separate fire), so if you are vegetarian / vegan, there will be plenty for you too!
Any other queries about the day, please email Milly at education@railwaylandproject.org
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