Get hands-on with history at DIG!

DIG is an archaeological adventure, perfect for young explorers aged 5–12! With help from the friendly team, you’ll uncover some of York’s most fascinating stories, buried underground for nearly 2,000 years!

DIG is split into three zones: Learn, Uncover, and Explore, each one taking you through a different part of the archaeological journey. Whether it’s your first time digging or you’re already into archaeology, there’s something here for everyone!

Kids can dig down deep (in synthetic, no mess soil) to discover artefacts from the four major periods of York’s fascinating history. An Archaeologist is on hand to answer your questions on your finds & help you piece together what it would have been like to live in the past!

Pre-booking your visit online, or by calling 01904 615505 is advisable.

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DIG Deeper

DIG deeper into the stories of York’s archaeology with adult-only tours, running every afternoon in term time.

Educational visits

We are delighted to offer school visits! Contact our Reservations department directly by phone (01904 615505) or email schools@yorkat.co.uk for details.

If you want an interactive archaeological experience but are unable to visit us in-person, we have created a Virtual Outreach programme which brings archaeologists into your classroom using virtual meeting technology. For more details, click here.