On the ground

Dolaucothi Gold Mines Festival of Archaeology

Multiple dates and times available

Discover archaeology at Dolaucothi Gold Mines as part of the Council for British Archaeology's Festival of Archaeology. Learn about the past, present and future of archaeology at the Gold Mines with UWTSD Lampeter University.

Exhibitions and displays will showcase the archaeology that has been, is being and is hoped to be done at Dolaucothi Gold Mines.

There will be activities for all ages, including make your own Roman oil lamp, Roman games, dressing up and a heritage explorer trail.

University of Wales, Trinity Saint David will be on site to discuss archaeology and studying archaeology. They will also be presenting the Portalis project, exploring links between prehistoric Wales and Ireland and finding flint artefacts in your garden.

Please note, underground mine tours will be running throughout the Festival of Archaeology but must be pre-booked.

Standard admission charges apply. National Trust members enjoy free admission.

Location

Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Pumpsaint, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, SA19 8US, United Kingdom

Additional location/direction information

The mine yard is accessed by a short, gentle slope. Accessible parking is at the bottom of the slope but drop-offs can be made at reception.

Schedule

Wed, 19 Jul

10:00 AM

Thu, 20 Jul

10:00 AM

Sun, 23 Jul

10:00 AM

Wed, 26 Jul

10:00 AM

Thu, 27 Jul

10:00 AM

Fri, 28 Jul

10:00 AM

Sat, 29 Jul

10:00 AM

Sun, 30 Jul

10:00 AM

Duration of event

Activities and exhibitions available throughout the day. Please note, underground tours must be pre-booked separately.