An exciting day investigating the world of the Anglo-Saxons. The workshops will emphasise the use of archaeological and documentary evidence to learn about people in the past.Writing and Manuscripts How were illuminated manuscripts created. Examine different decorative styles. Look at recipes for ink. Create an illuminated manuscript using a quill pen. Pottery How was early Saxon pottery manufactured. Investigate the use of pottery in Pagan Saxon England. Observe various styles and decorations. Make a small clay pot.Royal Burials and Warfare What can be discovered from Sutton Hoo and other royal burials. Examine weapons and armour used by Anglo-Saxons. Make a small piece of Saxon armour.Saxon Law and Language Look at early English law codes. Form a jury to give judgement on various law cases. Hear how some familiar words used to sound and learn how to speak them. Explore Saxon Monastic Sign Language, why and how it was used.
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