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DIG
About Us
Get hands-on with history!
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.
Please visit our website for information on accessibility.
Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon School
From 21st July, all young dragon trainers are invited to enrol at Cressida Cowell’s How to Train Your Dragon School! 🐉
Get hands-on with fun activities, meet favourite characters like Hiccup, Gobber the Belch, Old Wrinkly, and Camicazi alongside The Hopeful Puffin Mark 4, and uncover hidden treasures in a special dragon-inspired DIG pit. Plus, you can watch exclusive videos from Cressida Cowell, explore original book artwork and maps, and discover the real history that helped inspire the Viking world of the books.
With interactive fun throughout, this exciting exhibition is perfect for Vikings aged 5–12.
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.
Opening Times
Please check our website for up-to-date opening times: https://www.digyork.co.uk/visi...
Facilities
- Advance booking available
- Wheelchair access
- Accessible toilets
- Guide and assistance dogs welcome
- Sensory bags available
- Breast feeding welcome
- Baby changing facilities
- Clear signage
- Contactless payment possible
Accessible Services
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Accessible Toilets
- Lift Access
- Audible Alarm System
- Accessible Equipment Available For Use Or Hire
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