
Ice Age Essex
About This Event
A free talk at Cressing Temple Barns on Thursday 23 July 2026 will delve into the lives of both people and animals in Essex half a million years ago. Entitled Ice Age Essex, the session draws on geological evidence to reconstruct the region’s prehistoric environment. Speakers will explore how early humans and now-extinct megafauna, including mammoths, adapted to the challenging Ice Age landscape. The event commences at 2.45pm in The Conference Room, with admission entirely free of charge.
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Frequently asked questions
Ice Age Essex takes place on Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 15:45.
Ice Age Essex is held at The Conference Room, Cressing Temple Barns in Colchester (Witham Road, Cressing, CM77 8PD).
Entry to Ice Age Essex is free.
Tickets for Ice Age Essex can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Ice Age Essex
Editorial Summary
A free talk at Cressing Temple Barns on Thursday 23 July 2026 will delve into the lives of both people and animals in Essex half a million years ago.
Entitled Ice Age Essex, the session draws on geological evidence to reconstruct the region’s prehistoric environment.
Speakers will explore how early humans and now-extinct megafauna, including mammoths, adapted to the challenging Ice Age landscape.
The event commences at 2.45pm in The Conference Room, with admission entirely free of charge.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Ice Age Essex?
Ice Age Essex takes place on Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 15:45.
Where is Ice Age Essex taking place?
Ice Age Essex is held at The Conference Room, Cressing Temple Barns in Colchester (Witham Road, Cressing, CM77 8PD).
How much are tickets for Ice Age Essex?
Entry to Ice Age Essex is free.
How do I get tickets for Ice Age Essex?
Tickets for Ice Age Essex can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
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Price
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Date
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