Calling all budding archaeologists, Digging Dereham is back for 2026 and bigger than ever – and this time, we’re all about the Anglo Saxons! Get ready to go on an Anglo Saxon adventure as we celebrate the Festival of Archaeology here at Bishop Bonner’s Cottage Museum.

Join us for a weekend jam-packed with free creative activities inspired by Dereham’s Saxon archaeological heritage.

• Discover the story of Dereham’s Anglo Saxon abbess, Saint Withburga 
• Practice your archaeology skills and uncover Saxon treasures at our excavation station 
• Handle real & replica Anglo Saxon artefacts from our collection 
• Explore our display of Norfolk Anglo Saxon pottery 
• Get creative with Saxon-inspired arts & crafts

Suitable for ages 3+ (under-16s MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian).

FREE ENTRY! Donations welcome.