Event:Behind the Scenes: Snakes, toad stones and fairy loaves – magical tales and folklore of fossils

Before people understood that fossils are the remains of prehistoric animals and plants, they made up fantastic stories to explain where they came from.  Some fossils were even believed to have magical powers, which could protect you or your home.                                                                       

This visit will take you behind the scenes to one of the Museum’s fossil stores, where you will discover fossils believed to protect you from lightning strikes, snakes turned to stone and how fairy loaves could help keep your family fed.

Booking Information 

• The tour will last for approximately 45 minutes.  Please meet at the Ticketing Desk in the Main Hall.  
  The tour costs £8 per person.  
  The tour will be in the curator's first language which is English.  
  Due to the behind-the-scenes nature of the tour there will be some spaces which will require you to be in close proximity to other visitors and the curator.  
  Tickets are non-refundable, and no refunds or exchanges will be given to latecomers.