Festival of Archaeology at Tithe Barn

Join the Tithe Barn Trust for a full day of activities as part of the Festival of Archaeology!

The historic barn will be open all day for you to explore offering a wonderful opportunity to experience this remarkable heritage site at your own pace. Alongside general access, there will be two special events during the day:

🌿 Outdoor Maintenance Volunteer Orientation at 9:30am

A vital part of the Trust’s work is caring for the site’s flora and natural surroundings. You will have the opportunity to join in a hands-on and engaging session to learn more about how they preserve the historical character of the barn while promoting biodiversity. Perfect for anyone interested in volunteering or learning more about conservation work.

📖 Tithe Barns of the UK – Talk with Joseph Rogers at 12 noon

Enjoy an insightful talk by Joseph Rogers, author of Tithe Barns. Joseph began exploring tithe barns in 2014 and, in 2019, travelled across the UK visiting over 100 barns from Cornwall to Scotland, Wales to Kent. Learn about the history of these buildings from the medieval period through to modern day, the confusion and misconceptions associated with the term ‘tithe barn’ and a discussion of tithe barns in the Cambridgeshire area.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, nature lover, or simply curious, there’s something for everyone. They look forward to welcoming you for a day of discovery at Tithe Barn!