Specially written for the new National Curriculum, we are proud to present our educational sessions looking at life in Bronze Age - around 1300 BC.

Our Bronze Age character[s] arrive wearing clothing of the time, with tools and weaponry, and holding a pack containing miscellaneous objects from the period.

Our presentation examines what Bronze is, how is it made and what can it be used for.

We introduce them to the concept of a roundhouse, with a central hearth, and all sitting together in circle. 

Children get the chance to spin wool using a drop spindle, and have a go on a prmitive weaving loom. They understand about clothing and materials available at the time, learning strange new things!

We discuss the origins of farming and the domestication of animals, the continued importance of hunting, and the use of flint tools. We look at ancestor worship, burial practices, average life expectancy, trade and boats. Dressing-up time [prepared in advance with school] and Photo time.

Black Knight Historical was founded in 2003 by Ian Pycroft, a lifelong historical enthusiast, who was determined to bring history to life in a high quality, professional manner to schools, castles and other heritage sites across the country.

His own personal journey of discovery and delivery now covers 10,000 years of our history, from Flint-knapping to Focke-Wulfs, Neolithic to Nelson, Tutunkhamun to Tirpitz.

We have built a dedicated team of professional historical interpreters able to deliver almost any topic /subject you may require.

• Curriculum based and/or off topic as required
• Interactive, hand on, discovery, experience
• Risk Assessments
• Enhanced CRB
• Full PLI & Employers Liability for staff to £10million
• Huge collection of handling objects covering over 10,000 years of our history
• Real child-size clothes for try-on & wear.
• Licensed via Norfolk Constabulary for black powder weapons

We have NATIONWIDE COVERAGE to enable us to deliver our school workshops across the country, where-ever your school is located. From Suffolk to Anglesey, Isle of Wight to Scotland, we make history happen!