Christmas Craft Workshops - book early

Ali is running two of our very popular holiday activities just before Christmas - come along and make cards, decorations or wrapping paper for family, friends or just yourself!

Cost is £3.50 and workshops are running on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 December from 11am to 12.30pm. All ages are welcome - although we do ask that under 8s are supervised.

Call the Museum on 01380 727369 or e-mail Ali directly - a.rushent@wiltshireheritage.org.uk to book a place.

Book early to avoid disappointment.

Book inspired by Museum collections!

West Briton Story is Tom O'Rourke's first book, which he started in his 50th year - following a promise he made to himself at the age of 17.

The author was inspired by the Roundway necklace in our collection (click here to see the necklace on the Museum website). The author's son, also named Tom, has digitally reconstructed the necklace for use on the frontispiece of the book and on the books' website.

The book, set in 6th century Britain, tells of a time of dramatic West Saxon expansion west and north, and the first moves towards settlement with the West Britons, all as seen through the eyes of Rhuadrac, the younger brother of the champion of a West Briton king.

You can buy the book from our website - just visit our Online Shop.

Special Offer - 10% Discount on Books

For WANHS members we are offering a 10% discount on books purchased in the Museum shop between now and Christmas. Please call in, check the website or contact the Shop Manager to see what's available.

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