The Real Middle-earth Tour

Fri Aug 15 2025 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm UTC+01:00

Icklingham Rd , IP28 6HG West Stow, United Kingdom | Bury St Edmunds

West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village
Publisher/HostWest Stow Anglo-Saxon Village
The Real Middle-earth Tour
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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 via website 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
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Icklingham Rd , IP28 6HG West Stow, United Kingdom, 17 West Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP28 6PS, United Kingdom

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