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Pots and clay pipes: identifying archaeological finds from the fields

Stockland Village Hall, Stockland, Devon, EX14 9EF

  • 17 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Hands-on workshop with Dr Naomi Payne. Learn to identify and understand archaeological finds commonly discovered in the local landscape.

Join Dr Naomi Payne, archaeological finds specialist, for a hands-on workshop exploring archaeological artefacts found in the ground. From potsherds to clay pipes, you’ll learn how to recognise and interpret different types of archaeological finds, especially those commonly uncovered in the Blackdown Hills area.
What to expect:
- An introduction to identifying archaeological finds
- Learn about different types of pottery, clay pipes, and more
- Handle real artefacts and learn through touch and observation
- Discover what finds can tell us about everyday life in the past
- Bring your own finds – have artefacts at home? Naomi can help identify them!

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 17 September:
1430 to 1630

Location & directions

Stockland Village Hall, Stockland, Devon, EX14 9EF

Contact on day:
[email protected]
Telephone number:
+441392383600

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Limited numbers.
Booking website:
https://claypipes.eventbrite.co.uk

Additional information

This Heritage Open Days workshop is part of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape Festival of Heritage.

Max no of people per tour:
20
Est. tour duration:
2 hour(s)

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