Rings, Wings and Spindle Whorls: archaeological treasures and the stories they tell.

TV presenter Mary-Ann Ochota and award-winning storyteller Jason Buck bring a unique show of archaeology-inspired live storytelling to Ludlow History Festival!

Weaving together fact, fiction and ancient myth, Mary-Ann and Jason share research from real archaeological sites and finds, and then conjure them back to life in original stories about the people who were there, or *could* have been there.

From Iron Age warriors on the eve of battle, to the Shropshire vicar and his treasured gold ring, to an old lady with a grumpy cow and a suspicious mind, these fireside tales are sure to transport, move, and entertain.

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Mary-Ann Ochota

Mary-Ann is a writer and broadcaster, presenting shows like Ancient Ways for History Hit, Mystic Britain for Paramount/Channel 5, and Truthseekers on Sky History. She specialises in archaeology, anthropology and the outdoors and has written three books on British archaeology, including Hidden Histories: A Spotter’s Guide to the British Landscape and Secret Britain, which profiles intriguing and powerful sites and artefacts from around the country.

Find out more www.maryannochota.com and Instagram @MaryAnnOchota

Jason Buck

Jason Buck is a celebrated storyteller, performing both classic mythology and folk tales, and original stories to sellout audiences around the country. From regaling the feasting hall at Viking festivals and Living History events, to conjuring stories so compelling a whole room of children can be held in rapt silence, Jason brings to life the magical power of traditional live storytelling. No script, no props, just powerful performance that can make you laugh, cry and gasp. Jason has written and published three collections of his own stories, won silver at the Grand Lying Contest and won 'Best Bard' at Profound Decisions' 'Theatre of Joy and Sorrow'. You can learn more about him at Facebook.com/JasonBuckStoryteller