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Cliffe Castle Museum presents a series of engaging archaeology talks, covering a range of fascinating topics, from ancient artefacts to historic architecture.

14:00 – 15:00 | Introduction to Archaeology > Book Now<

Speaker: Derek Barker will be giving us a gentle introduction into the general topic of Archaeology.

15:30 – 16:30 | The Silsden Hoard > Book Now<

Speaker: Gavin Edwards, former Collections Manager and Archaeology curator for Bradford District Museums Galleries offers an insight into an intriguing iron-age hoard acquired by the service. 

17:30 – 18:30 | Carved Stones > Book Now<

Find out more about the mysterious carved stones that are found dotted about the moors! Gavin Edwards talks about another fascinating topic.

18:30 – 19:30 | Historic Building Mythbusting in Yorkshire > Book Now<

Speaker: Join Dr James Wright FSA, a buildings archaeologist, author, lecturer and broadcaster, as he delves into the fascinating world of buildings folklore – from secret passages to ships timbers and much more.

Talks arranged by Bradford District Museums and Galleries to celebrate the National Festival of Archaelogy (19th July – 3rd August 2025).