Roman Bone Working Workshop

Roman Bone Working Workshop is part of the programme at The Chester House Estate in Little Irchester, Wellingborough.

An introduction to Roman bone working: take away your own handmade Roman bone needle, made with replica Roman tools and their modern equivalents.

What to expect:

• Runs on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026
• Learn which animal bones, plus ivory, horn and antler, Roman artefacts were made from
• See worked bone artefacts found around Northamptonshire, now stored in the estate's ARC
• Try sawing, drilling, filing and decorating; choose a hair pin, pendant or bone comb too
• "Suitable for complete beginners, and older children with adult supervision"
• All materials and tools are supplied on the day
• Everything you make, you take home
• A two-hour session; several sittings run, so pick your time when booking
• "Price: £25.00" (plus a £0.60 booking fee)