Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure — a other in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Stephen Richards — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure is a other in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
Photo gallery
Place summary
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure is an interactive archaeological experience located in Yorkshire. Visitors can engage in hands-on excavation activities, exploring the region's rich history through simulated digs. The site offers insights into various historical periods, appealing to both families and history enthusiasts.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
Background
History
DIG is located within the grounds of St Saviour's Church, which is designated as a Grade II* listed building for its architectural and historic importance. According to the Royal Commission for Historic Monuments (1981), the site of St Saviour's Church is documented as early as the 11th century, when it was identified as a gift from William II's father to St Mary's Abbey. However, the existing structure reflects a largely 15th-century Gothic architectural style, featuring large pointed arch windows, carved stonework and wooden roof trusses. For centuries, St Saviour's Church served as the local parish church for the community in the historic centre of York. According to an analysis of the…
Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Coordinates
- 53.9595, -1.0780
- District
- York
- Parish
- York, unparished area
- Postcode
- YO1 8NN
- Parliamentary constituency
- York Central
- Phone
- +44 1904 615505
- Established
- 2006
- Opening
- 10:00-17:00
- Official site
- digyork.com
Sources
- wikipedia: DIG: An Archaeological Adventure (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Loading nearby places…
Nearby
📷 3Museums · Yorkshire & the Humber
Jorvik DIG
Jorvik DIG — archaeology education centre in York, England, United Kingdom.
📷 5Gardens · Yorkshire & the Humber
16-22, St Saviourgate
16-22, St Saviourgate — a garden in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Lady Sarah Hewley
Lady Sarah Hewley — a memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 5Gardens · Yorkshire & the Humber
18 and 19, Colliergate
18 and 19, Colliergate — a garden in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic houses · Yorkshire & the Humber
26 St Saviourgate
26 St Saviourgate — Grade II* listed building in York, North Yorkshire, England, UK.
📷 5Gardens · Yorkshire & the Humber
21, Colliergate
21, Colliergate — a garden in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
More archaeological sites in this region
📷 5Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
Dalby Forest
Dalby Forest — forest in North Yorkshire, England.
📷 4Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
Dalton Parlours Roman villa and Iron Age settlement
Dalton Parlours Roman villa and Iron Age settlement — archaeological site in Collingham, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
Derventio Brigantum
Derventio Brigantum — Roman fort located at present-day Malton, North Yorkshire, England, UK.
📷 3Archaeological sites · Yorkshire & the Humber
Field system including over 300 clearance cairns and two hut circles at Iron Howe
Field system including over 300 clearance cairns and two hut circles at Iron Howe — archaeological site in Hawnby, Ryedale, England, UK.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is DIG: An Archaeological Adventure?
- DIG: An Archaeological Adventure is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO1 8NN), in the parish of York, unparished area.
- When was DIG: An Archaeological Adventure built?
- Built or established in 2006.
- How do I get to DIG: An Archaeological Adventure?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode YO1 8NN. It sits within the York Central parliamentary constituency.