Luton Henge: Chalk Packing

A practical workshop packing chalk from Totternhoe Quarry into the site where Luton Henge will stand.

Join us for a unique, hands-on workshop in Luton where families, friends and individuals come together to shape history – literally. Under the guidance of award-winning artist Matthew Rosier, you’ll help pack chalk from the historic Totternhoe Quarry into the very ground where Luton Henge will rise.

This ancient technique – used for millennia across the Chilterns – packs chalk into earth to create lasting landscape art. Participants will lay the chalk for henge ceremonial centre circle and a pathway through the iconic BMX track. This will involve shovelling loose chalk arranged in bags across the site and then helping to flatten or ‘pack’ the chalk down.

With your hands, you’ll help shape Luton Henge: a unique outdoor space celebrating nature, creativity and unity. Once finished, its chalk circle and pathway will glow in the moonlight, guiding locals to the henge.

Select your timeslot, wear comfy shoes and clothing you are happy to get chalky!

Luton Henge: Built by us. For all.