Butser Ancient Farm, Archaeological open-air museum in Windmill Hill, United Kingdom.
The Iron Age farm includes reconstructed buildings with wooden walls, wattle and daub construction, and traditional thatched roofs based on archaeological findings.
Established in 1970, this archaeological site contributes to research about agricultural practices and rural settlements during the British Iron Age period.
Demonstrations of ancient techniques such as fire-making, pottery creation, and grain processing show visitors the daily activities of prehistoric communities.
The museum operates from April to October, offering educational programs for schools and families with reduced admission fees for children.
The site spans an area equivalent to 420 football fields, containing earthworks that represent original field boundaries from the Iron Age period.
Location: Windmill Hill
Inception: 1970
Address: Chalton Lane, Chalton, Hampshire PO8 0BG PO8 0QD PO8 0QD
Phone: +442392598838
Website: https://butserancientfarm.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.94300,-0.97700
Latest update: May 24, 2025 20:42
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