The Real Middle-earth Tour
The Anglo-Saxon origins of The Lord of the Rings story are explored in this guided tour.
Location
West Stow Anglo Saxon Village, Icklingham Road, Bury St Edmunds IP28 6HG
Telephone
01284 728718- Next Event
- 15th August 2:00pm
- Event Finishes
- 15th August 4:30pm

About this event
The Anglo-Saxon origins of The Lord of the Rings story are explored in this guided tour.
This session starts with an introductory chat and a look at some replica items from the films for about half an hour. The tour starts after that and lasts about an hour.
Find out about the links between Tolkien and the Anglo-Saxon world on a guided tour from a member of the Tolkien Society and a Middle-earth enthusiast.
The Anglo-Saxon Village was also a set used in ‘Born of Hope’ a fan film which prequels The Lord of the Rings
This is partly an outdoor event so please wear sensible clothing.
The event is suitable for adults and/or accompanied young people 12 years and over; all must be paying participants.
Please meet at the West Stow Visitor Centre 10 minutes before session start time. Please note: includes admission to Anglo-Saxon Village only for the duration of the tour.
This event will go ahead in most weather conditions apart from extreme wind and/or rain (introduction inside).
Normal parking fees apply.
Times: 2pm-3.30pm or 3pm-4.30pm
Tickets: £35 per person
Booking: Essential - use the 'Book now' buttons or call 01284 758000
Venue: West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village
This event is promoted by Arnor Heritage Projects.
Suitable for ages 12+ (must be accompanied by an adult)
Meet at the Visitor Centre 10 mins before start time
About the Venue
One of England's great archaeological sites, West Stow has extensive indoor galleries and a stunning recreation of an Anglo-Saxon village surrounded by unspoilt countryside.
West Stow Country Park features 125 acres of woods, heathlands, a river and a lake, plus nature trails, walks and an adventure playground.
Visitors to West Stow can explore history and nature, watch a film, dress up as an Anglo-Saxon or say hello to the rare breed pigs and chickens.
As part of the annual RingQuest event, you could even meet a Hobbit, among other Lord of the Rings characters!
West Stow regularly hold living history and event days, workshops, walks and talks, these sites and their events bring history to life.
