Thérèse grew up in the west of Ireland in a family of cabinet makers and wheelwrights, but later moved to London, studying at UCL’s Institute of Archaeology. Her speciality, the Technology and Analysis of Archaeological Materials, means she has delved into many historic production techniques including copper smelting, bronze casting, arrow fletching and flint knapping (from which she retains scars). She has been Butser’s experimental archaeologist since 2021.

During the talk you’ll learn lots more about this extraordinary site just a few miles from Chichester. As well as bringing to life 10,000 years of history and bygone crafts, Butser is an active research and centre working to further knowledge of the past and has a major educational role, welcoming thousands of school children every year for hands on experiences. Public events range from Hallowe’en Harp Concerts to Deer Butchery & Saxon Cooking! Find out more.