Journeys in Place and Time – Explore the Mining History of Charterhouse

A guided walk led by Dr Andrew Newton

Dr Andrew Newton, a member of Legio XIIII – (The Roman Military Research Society) and a Mendip Hills AONB Volunteer Ranger, will guide you through the history of mining in the Charterhouse area from pre-Roman times up until the closure of the Mendip Mining Company.

The guided walk will include an exploration of the journeys made by a number of people, objects and materials that are closely associated with the area.

This will be an interactive session suitable for families with children aged 10+ It will include a selection of artefacts that can be handled.

This event is part of the Council for British Archaeology’s ‘Festival of Archaeology 2022

Timing: 10:30am-13:00pm

The walk will start with a 20 minute talk which will be in St Hugh’s Church across the road from the Charterhouse Activity Centre.

The walk will end at a location that is suitable for a picnic lunch and that will then allow participants to continue to explore the area at their own leisure after lunch

Distance: 3 miles (there are options for a number of self guided extensions to the walk after lunch)

Please wear clothing and footwear suitable for a Mendip walk. No trainers!

Children: 10+ welcome

Places are limited, booking is essential.

Cost: A donation to the Mendip Hills Fund would be appreciated (£5 per family is suggested)