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Vibrant Vestiges of Vehicles

The Power of Ponies in Iron Age Britain

Thu 3 Jul 2025

Djanogly Theatre

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Dr Sophia Adams, Curator at the British Museum, examines the significance of ponies in Iron Age Britain.

The image of Boudica charging through London, drawn from ancient texts, shapes our view of the period. However, archaeological evidence, from single finds to harness hoards, reveals a more complex history, highlighting the role of vehicles and the skills of Iron Age craftworkers.

A photo of four Iron Age artefacts that are chariot fittings
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Life at an Iron Age Hillfort

Investigating Breedon Hill & Burrough Hill.

A free exhibition at University of Nottingham Museum, open until Sunday 13 July.

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