Meet the Ancestors — Stone Age to Georgian
10am - 4pm
Fishbourne Roman Palace & Gardens
Included in general admission
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Meet the ancestors from the Stone Age through to the Georgians, learn how they lived and fought with Raven Tor Living History Group
Raven Tor Living History will be descending upon Fishbourne Roman Palace on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June bringing the history of the site of the Palace to life. From the Stone Age hunter-gatherers, to the Romans who once occupied this regional stronghold, through to the Georgian period of the eighteenth century.
Experience thousands of years of craft, costume, and demonstrations of weapons, armour and combat.
Demonstrations will take place throughout the day at 11am, 1pm and 3pm showcasing costume and combat.
Visitors have an opportunity to talk to a wide range of participants portraying historical people such as Romans, Medieval Knights, Georgian Pirates and Smugglers. There will also be displays of maille making, wool and textile crafts and an opportunity to have a go.
Dads Go Free on Father’s Day
This Father’s Day we’re celebrating dads, grandads and the incredible male role models in our lives. We are granting them free entry to Fishbourne Roman Palace on 21st June 2026 when accompanied by a paying adult.
How to book
To reserve a ticket to our event ahead of time, simply book for the paying guests in your group – the free guest will be admitted upon arrival.
Admission
This event is included with general admission.
Admission is £15 for adults, £14 for seniors and children aged 5 to 17 cost £7.50. Under 5s go free.
Those who chose to Gift Aid their admission are entitled to 12 months free entry from the date of visit.
Entry is free for members of The Sussex Archaeological Society. Find out more about becoming a member here.