Battles Gods and Games and the Glory of Ancient Greece: Enter a world of gods, battles and heroes. Hear the story of Pheidippides and the Battle of Marathon. Be amazed by his feat of heroism and ultimate sacrifice which helped the Greeks to a stunning victory over their traditional enemies, the Persians.
Travel back over 2,700 years and witness the birth of the Olympics held in honour of Zeus, father of the gods. Hear about the events that the athletes competed in and decide if you are brave and tough enough to take part in the Pankration.
See the arms and armour of a hoplite and discover how they were used. Find out for yourself if you are fit enough to run a marathon in full equipment and gain the honour of being both a Greek hero and unwitting founder of a modern Olympic sport.
Battles Gods and Games and the Glory of Ancient Greece at Bourne Hall Museum Childrens Club in Ewell, Surrey on Saturday, 10 March 2012.
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