Handling the 'Hoard'
- 13th September 2025
About This Event
Step into the past and experience history like never before with our Replica Handling Session!
Join us for a fun and interactive drop-in event where you can handle high-quality replicas of the remarkable Herefordshire Hoard and other fascinating objects from the Viking and Anglo-Saxon world.
Led by our expert curators, this immersive session invites you to: 🪙 Touch and explore museum-quality replicas 📖 Hear the stories behind each object 🛠️ Learn about craftsmanship, culture, and discovery 💬 Ask questions and chat with our team
Perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and curious minds of all ages, this is a brilliant way to connect with the past in a relaxed and educational setting.
About the Hoard The Herefordshire Hoard is one of the most significant Viking treasures ever discovered in Western Britain. Among the finds recovered so far are a gold arm bangle with an animal head clasp, a crystal pendant in a gold setting, a gold octagonal ring, and a silver ingot.
The hoard’s story is also a legal one—it was uncovered through illegal metal detecting, leading to the UK’s largest-ever police heritage crime investigation. Several individuals received long custodial sentences, and the search for the rest of the hoard continues today.
Admission / Ticket Info:
Free, drop-in event.
Disabled Access:
The History Store is designed with accessibility in mind, providing level access throughout the building and accommodating visitors with a variety of needs.
An access guide and visual story for neurodiverse children are available on our website.
Disabled Facilities:
- Level access
- Accessible lift
- Hearing loop
- Designated spend area located at the rear of the building.
- Accessible toilet
