Join us for a FREE fun-filled family day for the launch of this year's CBA Festival of Archaeology on and around Belfast’s spectacular Divis and The Black Mountain! In collaboration with the National Trust, discover the amazing history of the site, from prehistoric times to its important role in founding the Ordnance Survey 200 years ago.
What's on?
At this year's amazing launch you'll have the chance to get hands-on with archaeology:
- try your hand at digging with our live excavation
- explore the history of Divis and the Black Mountain from pre-historic times to the modern day
- hear local myths and stories of old
- find out about modern landscape survey techniques
- a whole host of other have-a-go and hands-on activities
Details of the full programme of activities is coming soon.
Accessibility information
Please note that as an outdoor event pathways may be uneven. We anticipate that the event will go ahead in all weather so please wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the terrain and weather conditions.
Further details about accessibility at Divis and the Black Mountain can be found on the AccessAble website.
This event is delivered by the Council for British Archaeology, who coordinate the Festival of Archaeology, in collaboration with the National Trust.
Location
Divis and the Black Mountain, Divis Road, Hannahstown, near Belfast, County Antrim, BT17 0NG, United Kingdom
Additional location/direction information
Further details about car parking, public transport and access to the site will be added here soon.
Schedule
Sat, 19 Jul
10:00 AM
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4:00 PM
Duration of event
6 hours