Unearth the Past — A Living History Tour
St. Dominics Sixth Form College, Mount Park Avenue, Harrow, Greater London, HA1 3HX
Since 2019, Staff and students of St. Dominic's Sixth Form College have been excavating the site of a potential Spanish Armada beacon mound, as well as the remains of an ornamental 18th century folly tower. During the event, visitors will be given a historical tour of our site, and will have the opportunity to learn about the discoveries we have made during our excavations and recent geophysical survey. History isn't just in the books here, it's beneath your feet.
Our library exhibition space will also be open and their will be activities designed for families & children. There will also be an opportunity to visit our wonderful Chapel.
Timings
- Wednesday 16 September:
- 1415-1515
Location & directions
St. Dominics Sixth Form College, Mount Park Avenue, Harrow, Greater London, HA1 3HX
- Directions:
- Please note that parking on site and in the surrounding area is very limited. We encourage visitors to make use of the excellent bus links nearby — the H17 and 258 both stop close to the Hill and are a great way to travel to us.
- Contact on day:
- Sara Sarf
- Telephone number:
- +447549874982
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Booking will be open on our website closer to the time!
- Booking website:
- https://headstonemanor.org/
Accessibility details
The excavation site would be a bit challenging, but tours elsewhere fairly accessible. We have visitor toilets and disabled toilets on site. Students will be on site as well, so all visitors would need to sign in at our reception and wear a visitor lanyard.
Additional information
This event is part of our exhibition on at Headstone Manor & Museum which explores the Roman history of Harrow, tracing the lives of the people who lived, worked, and passed through this busy community. Headstone Manor & Museum is open from 10am-4pm (last entry to the museum is at 3:30pm). During Heritage Open Days we will offer a coffee and cake deal for £5.50 at the Moat café. Please note that parking on site and in the surrounding area (St Dominic's) is very limited.
- Max number of people:
- 20
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s)
