Members' Event:

Visit the Goddess: Pit 15 at Grime's Graves

DATE

Sat 1 Aug 2026 

TIME

11am - 12.30pm and 2 - 3.30pm

LOCATION

Grime's Graves - Prehistoric Flint Mine 

SUITABLE FOR

Adults

Visit the Grime’s Graves Goddess! Discovered during excavations in the 1930s on an altar at the base of Pit 15, the small statuette continues to baffle archaeologists over its validity and meaning. We will explore the story of its discovery and controversy with access to the rarely opened galleries of Pit 15.

Please be aware that access to the pit is via a ladder and is not suitable for anyone afraid of heights or confined spaces. Participants will be able to crawl around in the mine pit, which has restricted spaces and access. Restricted to children over the age of 12 and they must be accompanied by an adult.

This tour is graded as challenging access as the only way into the pit is via a ladder and the pit itself has small, confined spaces.

Prices

Type Price
Member (Adult) £5

Price Notes

Following member feedback, tickets for our exclusive Members’ Events are now just £5 per person. This small admin fee helps cover our costs and secure your place, with the option to add a donation to support English Heritage’s work caring for historic places.

How to book

Click the red button above, select the ticket you need, select the date of the event and then in the pop-up window, click ‘Member Login’ towards the bottom of the window. You’ll then need to enter your membership reference and last name, after which you’ll be able to book tickets for the event.

How to find us

Property: Grime's Graves - Prehistoric Flint Mine
Address: Lynford, Thetford, IP26 5DE
Location: Thetford, Norfolk, East of England

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