Butser Ancient Farm
@butserancientfarm.co.uk
Learning about the past by recreating it! Experimental archaeology, traditional crafts, reenactments & more. Hampshire, UK. https://bio.site/butserancientfarm
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If you're not familiar with us, hello!
We're a UK experimental archaeology site with reconstructed buildings from the Stone Age to the Early Medieval. We run experiments, host reenactments, teach heritage crafts, and set things on fire. Like, a lot 😅
We're a UK experimental archaeology site with reconstructed buildings from the Stone Age to the Early Medieval. We run experiments, host reenactments, teach heritage crafts, and set things on fire. Like, a lot 😅
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Planning to wassail my two baby apple trees tomorrow.
Have you ever communed with a tree spirit on Twelfth Night? 🍏✨ This week on the blog, we've shared a recipe for mulled cider wassail, plus:
- Why do we sing to the apple trees in January?
- Who was the Apple Tree Man?
- What were wassail bowls made from?
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2026/1/...
- Why do we sing to the apple trees in January?
- Who was the Apple Tree Man?
- What were wassail bowls made from?
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2026/1/...
How to Make Warm, Spiced Wassail — Butser Ancient Farm
Have you ever communed with a tree spirit on Twelfth Night? Before the industrialisation of the 18-19th centuries, the festive season looked very different. Today, Christmas generally begins in earl...
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January 4, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Planning to wassail my two baby apple trees tomorrow.
Have you ever communed with a tree spirit on Twelfth Night? 🍏✨ This week on the blog, we've shared a recipe for mulled cider wassail, plus:
- Why do we sing to the apple trees in January?
- Who was the Apple Tree Man?
- What were wassail bowls made from?
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2026/1/...
- Why do we sing to the apple trees in January?
- Who was the Apple Tree Man?
- What were wassail bowls made from?
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2026/1/...
How to Make Warm, Spiced Wassail — Butser Ancient Farm
Have you ever communed with a tree spirit on Twelfth Night? Before the industrialisation of the 18-19th centuries, the festive season looked very different. Today, Christmas generally begins in earl...
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk
January 4, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Have you ever communed with a tree spirit on Twelfth Night? 🍏✨ This week on the blog, we've shared a recipe for mulled cider wassail, plus:
- Why do we sing to the apple trees in January?
- Who was the Apple Tree Man?
- What were wassail bowls made from?
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2026/1/...
- Why do we sing to the apple trees in January?
- Who was the Apple Tree Man?
- What were wassail bowls made from?
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2026/1/...
Are you ready for this weekend's Super Wolf Moon?
No matter where we are in the world - or even in history - we all see the same moon. We've put together a guide to all the Full Moons of 2026 on the Butser blog!
Find it here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/1/...
No matter where we are in the world - or even in history - we all see the same moon. We've put together a guide to all the Full Moons of 2026 on the Butser blog!
Find it here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/1/...
Full Moon Calendar 2026: Dates, Names & Insights — Butser Ancient Farm
Ancient Mesopotamian farmers, Celtic druids, Roman philosophers, Aztec priests - and you. No matter where you are in the world - or even in history - we all see the same moon. The full moon has been ...
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January 2, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Are you ready for this weekend's Super Wolf Moon?
No matter where we are in the world - or even in history - we all see the same moon. We've put together a guide to all the Full Moons of 2026 on the Butser blog!
Find it here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/1/...
No matter where we are in the world - or even in history - we all see the same moon. We've put together a guide to all the Full Moons of 2026 on the Butser blog!
Find it here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/1/...
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Archaeology is often reduced to finds in the media. But for me the most important thing are the people I get to work with.
Here are some highlights from '25 starting with @uclarchaeology.bsky.social staff & students who worked with @butserancientfarm.co.uk to make #Archaeotech2025 happen. 🏺1/5
Here are some highlights from '25 starting with @uclarchaeology.bsky.social staff & students who worked with @butserancientfarm.co.uk to make #Archaeotech2025 happen. 🏺1/5
January 2, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Archaeology is often reduced to finds in the media. But for me the most important thing are the people I get to work with.
Here are some highlights from '25 starting with @uclarchaeology.bsky.social staff & students who worked with @butserancientfarm.co.uk to make #Archaeotech2025 happen. 🏺1/5
Here are some highlights from '25 starting with @uclarchaeology.bsky.social staff & students who worked with @butserancientfarm.co.uk to make #Archaeotech2025 happen. 🏺1/5
Could you be our next Events & Development Co-ordinator? 🔥
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
December 27, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Could you be our next Events & Development Co-ordinator? 🔥
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
No, it isn't snowing...
But there's nothing like a snowy Manx Loaghtan ram to wish all our visitors, volunteers, staff, friends and followers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Our office is now closed until 5 January 2026. Have a good one! 🍻
But there's nothing like a snowy Manx Loaghtan ram to wish all our visitors, volunteers, staff, friends and followers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Our office is now closed until 5 January 2026. Have a good one! 🍻
December 24, 2025 at 7:03 PM
No, it isn't snowing...
But there's nothing like a snowy Manx Loaghtan ram to wish all our visitors, volunteers, staff, friends and followers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Our office is now closed until 5 January 2026. Have a good one! 🍻
But there's nothing like a snowy Manx Loaghtan ram to wish all our visitors, volunteers, staff, friends and followers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Our office is now closed until 5 January 2026. Have a good one! 🍻
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Happy Winter Solstice / Christmas from the land of the Durotriges!
We're going to close the hillfort gate for a couple of days, so take care out there and see you all soon
All together now:
"After all there's only one more multivallate Iron Age enclosure till Christmas"
#HillfortsWednesday
We're going to close the hillfort gate for a couple of days, so take care out there and see you all soon
All together now:
"After all there's only one more multivallate Iron Age enclosure till Christmas"
#HillfortsWednesday
December 24, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Happy Winter Solstice / Christmas from the land of the Durotriges!
We're going to close the hillfort gate for a couple of days, so take care out there and see you all soon
All together now:
"After all there's only one more multivallate Iron Age enclosure till Christmas"
#HillfortsWednesday
We're going to close the hillfort gate for a couple of days, so take care out there and see you all soon
All together now:
"After all there's only one more multivallate Iron Age enclosure till Christmas"
#HillfortsWednesday
Last call for the best Christmas present ever... A workshop ticket or gift voucher to use in 2026! From bronze casting to basket weaving, flint knapping to deer butchery 🔥
Events & workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
Gift vouchers: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/gift-vouchers
Events & workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
Gift vouchers: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/gift-vouchers
December 23, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Last call for the best Christmas present ever... A workshop ticket or gift voucher to use in 2026! From bronze casting to basket weaving, flint knapping to deer butchery 🔥
Events & workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
Gift vouchers: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/gift-vouchers
Events & workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
Gift vouchers: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/gift-vouchers
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I finished my last watercolour painting of buildings at Butser Ancient Farm (@butserancientfarm.co.uk) today, it's been fun to do a couple every now and then over the last few months.
December 21, 2025 at 9:05 PM
I finished my last watercolour painting of buildings at Butser Ancient Farm (@butserancientfarm.co.uk) today, it's been fun to do a couple every now and then over the last few months.
There are many advantages to having round-the-clock roundhouse access, but smoking your own salmon for Christmas might top the list... 🔥
Fancy enjoying eclectic perks like these? Find out more about our vacancy for an Events & Development Coordinator: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
Fancy enjoying eclectic perks like these? Find out more about our vacancy for an Events & Development Coordinator: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
December 22, 2025 at 6:47 PM
There are many advantages to having round-the-clock roundhouse access, but smoking your own salmon for Christmas might top the list... 🔥
Fancy enjoying eclectic perks like these? Find out more about our vacancy for an Events & Development Coordinator: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
Fancy enjoying eclectic perks like these? Find out more about our vacancy for an Events & Development Coordinator: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
Could you be our next Events & Development Co-ordinator? 🔥
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
December 19, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Could you be our next Events & Development Co-ordinator? 🔥
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
We are looking for someone confident, organised & driven to execute our exciting events programme. ✨
Fancy working in a small, passionate team in the beautiful South Downs? We'd love to hear from you!
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/vacancies
Just a few of our workshop offerings for 2026! 🔥🌿✨
From flintknapping to birch drums, chain maille to metallurgy - there's something for everyone! Extraordinary heritage crafts, all led by passionate experts in their field.
BROWSE THEM ALL HERE: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
From flintknapping to birch drums, chain maille to metallurgy - there's something for everyone! Extraordinary heritage crafts, all led by passionate experts in their field.
BROWSE THEM ALL HERE: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
December 19, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Just a few of our workshop offerings for 2026! 🔥🌿✨
From flintknapping to birch drums, chain maille to metallurgy - there's something for everyone! Extraordinary heritage crafts, all led by passionate experts in their field.
BROWSE THEM ALL HERE: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
From flintknapping to birch drums, chain maille to metallurgy - there's something for everyone! Extraordinary heritage crafts, all led by passionate experts in their field.
BROWSE THEM ALL HERE: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
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🎉 Our year in open days, student fieldwork and field trips in London, Suffolk, Sussex and Hampshire!
It’s been a great year! Thanks to @ucl.ac.uk @butserancientfarm.co.uk British Museum archives, @nattrustarch.bsky.social and many more!
See you in 2026!
#ThinkDifferentlyThinkArchaeology
It’s been a great year! Thanks to @ucl.ac.uk @butserancientfarm.co.uk British Museum archives, @nattrustarch.bsky.social and many more!
See you in 2026!
#ThinkDifferentlyThinkArchaeology
December 19, 2025 at 8:44 AM
🎉 Our year in open days, student fieldwork and field trips in London, Suffolk, Sussex and Hampshire!
It’s been a great year! Thanks to @ucl.ac.uk @butserancientfarm.co.uk British Museum archives, @nattrustarch.bsky.social and many more!
See you in 2026!
#ThinkDifferentlyThinkArchaeology
It’s been a great year! Thanks to @ucl.ac.uk @butserancientfarm.co.uk British Museum archives, @nattrustarch.bsky.social and many more!
See you in 2026!
#ThinkDifferentlyThinkArchaeology
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We have lots of cool workshops on next year, including my offering on Ancient Metallurgy!
Still looking for that perfect Christmas gift?
We have a huge range of unique, expert-led workshops lined up for 2026! From bronze casting and Stone Age sewing, to corn dollies, belt weaving, chainmail & flintknapping..
Check out our 2026 workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
We have a huge range of unique, expert-led workshops lined up for 2026! From bronze casting and Stone Age sewing, to corn dollies, belt weaving, chainmail & flintknapping..
Check out our 2026 workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
December 18, 2025 at 8:34 PM
We have lots of cool workshops on next year, including my offering on Ancient Metallurgy!
Still looking for that perfect Christmas gift?
We have a huge range of unique, expert-led workshops lined up for 2026! From bronze casting and Stone Age sewing, to corn dollies, belt weaving, chainmail & flintknapping..
Check out our 2026 workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
We have a huge range of unique, expert-led workshops lined up for 2026! From bronze casting and Stone Age sewing, to corn dollies, belt weaving, chainmail & flintknapping..
Check out our 2026 workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
December 18, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Still looking for that perfect Christmas gift?
We have a huge range of unique, expert-led workshops lined up for 2026! From bronze casting and Stone Age sewing, to corn dollies, belt weaving, chainmail & flintknapping..
Check out our 2026 workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
We have a huge range of unique, expert-led workshops lined up for 2026! From bronze casting and Stone Age sewing, to corn dollies, belt weaving, chainmail & flintknapping..
Check out our 2026 workshops: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
Now BRING us some figgy pudding! ✨
...But what exactly is it?
The pudding we know today actually began as a savoury broth made of fruit, spices, wine, breadcrumbs, almonds & meat.
Try our Saxon recipe & learn about the history of figgy puds on our blog: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/12...
...But what exactly is it?
The pudding we know today actually began as a savoury broth made of fruit, spices, wine, breadcrumbs, almonds & meat.
Try our Saxon recipe & learn about the history of figgy puds on our blog: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/12...
December 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Now BRING us some figgy pudding! ✨
...But what exactly is it?
The pudding we know today actually began as a savoury broth made of fruit, spices, wine, breadcrumbs, almonds & meat.
Try our Saxon recipe & learn about the history of figgy puds on our blog: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/12...
...But what exactly is it?
The pudding we know today actually began as a savoury broth made of fruit, spices, wine, breadcrumbs, almonds & meat.
Try our Saxon recipe & learn about the history of figgy puds on our blog: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/12...
We loved meeting Phill and Laura from @shineradio.bsky.social to chat all about our award-winning education programme! 🔥✨
Visit our website to learn more about what we can offer: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/learning/sch...
Listen to the podcast episode here: shineradio.uk/2025/12/the-...
Visit our website to learn more about what we can offer: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/learning/sch...
Listen to the podcast episode here: shineradio.uk/2025/12/the-...
December 11, 2025 at 11:58 AM
We loved meeting Phill and Laura from @shineradio.bsky.social to chat all about our award-winning education programme! 🔥✨
Visit our website to learn more about what we can offer: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/learning/sch...
Listen to the podcast episode here: shineradio.uk/2025/12/the-...
Visit our website to learn more about what we can offer: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/learning/sch...
Listen to the podcast episode here: shineradio.uk/2025/12/the-...
Tickets are going fast for Midwinter's Magical Quest! ✨ Join us for a heart-warming adventure through time as we celebrate the rich heritage of winter customs...
🔥 13th, 14th & 20th December
Book here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/calendar/christmas/midwinters-magical-quest-family-wstfr
🔥 13th, 14th & 20th December
Book here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/calendar/christmas/midwinters-magical-quest-family-wstfr
December 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Tickets are going fast for Midwinter's Magical Quest! ✨ Join us for a heart-warming adventure through time as we celebrate the rich heritage of winter customs...
🔥 13th, 14th & 20th December
Book here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/calendar/christmas/midwinters-magical-quest-family-wstfr
🔥 13th, 14th & 20th December
Book here: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/calendar/christmas/midwinters-magical-quest-family-wstfr
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We all know this is Colin and he lives @butserancientfarm.co.uk and, more importantly, is in no way a capybara.
December 9, 2025 at 8:23 PM
We all know this is Colin and he lives @butserancientfarm.co.uk and, more importantly, is in no way a capybara.
Join us this December for Midwinter’s Magical Quest - an alternative festive family adventure among our ancient buildings! This event takes inspiration from traditional British folklore as well as ancient & Early Medieval celebrations.
4 dates available: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
4 dates available: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
December 2, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Join us this December for Midwinter’s Magical Quest - an alternative festive family adventure among our ancient buildings! This event takes inspiration from traditional British folklore as well as ancient & Early Medieval celebrations.
4 dates available: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
4 dates available: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
New on the blog this week!
Our experimental archaeologist @experimentalkearns.bsky.social has shared a highlight from her recent trip to Italy, where she came face to face with the Copper Age legend himself, Ötzi the Iceman... ❄️
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/11...
Our experimental archaeologist @experimentalkearns.bsky.social has shared a highlight from her recent trip to Italy, where she came face to face with the Copper Age legend himself, Ötzi the Iceman... ❄️
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/11...
Frozen in Time: Coming Face to Face with Ötzi the Iceman — Butser Ancient Farm
This week, our Experimental Archaeologist Therese Kearns shares a highlight from her recent trip to Italy, where she came face to face with Ötzi the Iceman.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
New on the blog this week!
Our experimental archaeologist @experimentalkearns.bsky.social has shared a highlight from her recent trip to Italy, where she came face to face with the Copper Age legend himself, Ötzi the Iceman... ❄️
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/11...
Our experimental archaeologist @experimentalkearns.bsky.social has shared a highlight from her recent trip to Italy, where she came face to face with the Copper Age legend himself, Ötzi the Iceman... ❄️
www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/blog/2025/11...
Remember, Beltain 2026 tickets will
be released NEXT WEEK! 🔥✨ Our biggest event of
the year sells out in less than five minutes (although we
would love to invite everyone, of course!)
So what does this mean for you if you're hoping to get
tickets?
be released NEXT WEEK! 🔥✨ Our biggest event of
the year sells out in less than five minutes (although we
would love to invite everyone, of course!)
So what does this mean for you if you're hoping to get
tickets?
November 27, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Remember, Beltain 2026 tickets will
be released NEXT WEEK! 🔥✨ Our biggest event of
the year sells out in less than five minutes (although we
would love to invite everyone, of course!)
So what does this mean for you if you're hoping to get
tickets?
be released NEXT WEEK! 🔥✨ Our biggest event of
the year sells out in less than five minutes (although we
would love to invite everyone, of course!)
So what does this mean for you if you're hoping to get
tickets?
Late night shopping! 🎄✨ Join us at the farm TOMORROW Friday 28th November between 5-7pm for Christmas mead and stocking fillers. Drop into our farm shop after work and pick up something special before the festive rush!
November 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Late night shopping! 🎄✨ Join us at the farm TOMORROW Friday 28th November between 5-7pm for Christmas mead and stocking fillers. Drop into our farm shop after work and pick up something special before the festive rush!
Join us for our bestselling Celtic fire festival on 2 May!
🔥 Early access for Butser Plus Pioneer & Hero members:
Tuesday 2nd December at midday
🌿 General tickets go on sale:
Wednesday 3rd December at midday
Watch last year's highlights: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/beltain-celtic-fire-festival
🔥 Early access for Butser Plus Pioneer & Hero members:
Tuesday 2nd December at midday
🌿 General tickets go on sale:
Wednesday 3rd December at midday
Watch last year's highlights: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/beltain-celtic-fire-festival
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Join us for our bestselling Celtic fire festival on 2 May!
🔥 Early access for Butser Plus Pioneer & Hero members:
Tuesday 2nd December at midday
🌿 General tickets go on sale:
Wednesday 3rd December at midday
Watch last year's highlights: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/beltain-celtic-fire-festival
🔥 Early access for Butser Plus Pioneer & Hero members:
Tuesday 2nd December at midday
🌿 General tickets go on sale:
Wednesday 3rd December at midday
Watch last year's highlights: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/beltain-celtic-fire-festival
Looking for creative therapy this winter? Our Spoon Carving Workshop will help you learn the intricate techniques of carving and refining wooden spoons.
🥄 Saturday 13th December (10am - 2pm)
🍂 Relaxing, welcoming & beginner-friendly
Last few tickets: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
🥄 Saturday 13th December (10am - 2pm)
🍂 Relaxing, welcoming & beginner-friendly
Last few tickets: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
November 20, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Looking for creative therapy this winter? Our Spoon Carving Workshop will help you learn the intricate techniques of carving and refining wooden spoons.
🥄 Saturday 13th December (10am - 2pm)
🍂 Relaxing, welcoming & beginner-friendly
Last few tickets: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...
🥄 Saturday 13th December (10am - 2pm)
🍂 Relaxing, welcoming & beginner-friendly
Last few tickets: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/cal...