KIDS GO FREE AT DIG!

Sat 12 - Sun 20 July 2008 10.00 - 17.00

To celebrate National Archaeology Week, kids (up to age 16) go free at York Archaeological Trust’s Attractions DIG and Barley Hall all week. Booking necessary for DIG, Pre-booking is required.
Contact: Paul Barker, 01904 615505
groups@yorkat.co.uk.

Full Archaeology Week event listings at www.britarch.ac.uk/naw

DIG wins 'York Tourism Attraction of the Year'

Top award for York's newest attraction

Staff from ‘DIG – An Archaeological Adventure’ are celebrating their success after scooping the prestigious “Attraction of the Year” Award at the York Tourism Awards on 10th November 2006. DIG beat off strong competition from three other finalists from York’s successful tourism industry and the team are delighted.

Sarah Maltby, Head of Attractions said, “We are delighted by the prize and proud that the York Tourism Awards panel have recognised the hard work from our team who ensure that every visitor to DIG has an enjoyable and educational experience. York has a heritage to be proud of and DIG offers a fantastic opportunity for everyone to gain an understanding of York’s story through its archaeology. It is a great achievement to win such a coveted award and it was wonderful to be able to share in the celebrations.”

DIG opened its doors in April 2006 and has been a huge success with visitors who are delighted by their experience. DIG is a world first and uses a range of innovative technologies that bring alive the history of York. DIG is owned by York Archaeological Trust, whose aim is to highlight the exceptional importance of York's historic environment and to promote archaeology of the highest possible standards in York, its region and beyond.