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DIG

excavate.

discover.

CELEBRATE.

Birthdays at The Dig, without the usual party formula.

Bring your crew together for RC Construction, add a Dino Dig if you fancy it, then stick around for drinks, cake and coffee in the café.

We don’t have a dedicated party room or private party area, so celebrations happen as part of the normal buzz of The Dig.

Small groups. Big birthdays. Plenty of digging.

BOOK your slot

Small groups. Big birthdays. Plenty of digging.

CELEBRATE YOUR WAY

Book a group onto the same RC Construction session, add Dino Dig for the full experience, and enjoy the café before or afterwards.

We can help coordinate bookings for birthday groups and make sure everyone is together, but we’ve deliberately kept things relaxed rather than creating a traditional hosted party package.

Want to bring a birthday group? Get in touch and we’ll help you plan your Dig.

WHAT'S IN THE PIT?

YOUR CREW, SAME SESSION

We’ll help get your group booked into the same RC Construction session so everyone can dig, load and drive together.

ADD A DINO DIG

Want to make more of it? Add a Dino Dig and swap the controls for brushes and excavation tools after your construction session.

Fossils & remains

to uncover

Bones, footprints and fossils buried through the dig area, waiting to be found and pieced together.

CAFÉ BEFORE OR AFTER

Stay for drinks, cake and coffee in the café before or after your Dig. We don’t have a private party room or dedicated party table, so celebrations simply become part of the normal buzz of The Dig.

CELEBRATE

YOUR WAY

Birthday Digs are deliberately simple, relaxed and all about the experience.

Book your crew into the same RC Construction session so everyone can drive, dig and load together.

Add a Dino Dig if you want to turn it into the full Dig experience.

Stay for drinks, cake and coffee in the café before or afterwards.

We don’t currently offer a private party room or dedicated party table, so celebrations take place as part of the normal buzz of The Dig.

WHO IS IT FOR?

BIRTHDAY CREWS

For children who’d rather spend their birthday operating excavators than sitting around a party table. Get the gang together and book everyone into the same RC Construction session.

DINO FANS OF ANY AGE

There's no maximum age here either. If you've ever wanted to properly excavate a fossil rather than just look at one behind glass, this is for you.

MIXED-AGE GROUPS

Brothers, sisters, cousins and friends can all get involved. Add a Dino Dig too if you want a second activity that works brilliantly for different ages and abilities.

family celebrations

Birthdays don’t have to mean a traditional kids’ party. Bring parents, grandparents and the rest of the family along, with only those taking part needing an experience ticket.

BIG KIDS TOO

There’s no rule saying birthday excavators are just for children. Teenagers, grown-ups and groups of friends are very welcome to celebrate with a shift behind the controls.

SOLO VISITORS/ COUPLES

You don't need kids in tow. Plenty of "unapologetically big kids" come just for the dig and stay for the coffee.

FAQS

Accessibility At The Dig

Everyone should get to have a go.

We want The Dig to be an experience that as many people as possible can enjoy.

Our RC construction pits are designed so that operators control the machines from around the outside of the site, meaning you don't need to physically enter the construction pit to take part.

♿ Accessible operating position

We'll have a lowered section of the operator counter designed to provide comfortable access for wheelchair users and anyone who finds our standard-height operating positions unsuitable.

Our RC controllers are handheld, so they can be used from a seated or standing position.

If you need a little extra time getting comfortable with the controls, just let our team know. We're here to help you get digging.

What age is the dig suitable for?

There’s no strict minimum age for The Dig. Our RC construction machines do require a little coordination, so we recommend them for children from around 4–5 years+, but every child is different.

Younger drivers are welcome to share the controls with their accompanying grown-up, and our Dig Crew will be on hand to help everyone get started.

And there’s definitely no maximum age. Grown-ups are very welcome to get behind the controls too!

Our Dino Dig is suitable for younger explorers, making it a great option for little ones who aren't quite ready to take control of the machines.

Where is The Dig Café?

We're right in the centre of Cirencester, so we're easy to combine with a trip into town.

Where should i park?

There are several public car parks within a short walk of The Dig in Cirencester town centre.

We recommend allowing a little extra time to park, particularly at weekends and during school holidays.

The closest car park is The Forum, if there is no space here then The Waterloo is also a good option

Do you serve food?

Absolutely. ☕

The Dig isn't just about the digging. Our café serves proper coffee, teas, cold drinks, cakes and bakes.

You don't need to be taking part in an experience to use the café either.

When Should i arrive?

Please aim to arrive around 10–15 minutes before your booked session.

This gives you time to check in, get settled and be ready for your introduction before your Dig begins.

Our sessions run to set times, so unfortunately arriving late may mean you miss part of your experience..

can i just come and watch and have a coffee?

Yes!

You don't need to book an experience to visit The Dig Café. You're very welcome to come in, grab a coffee, meet friends or watch the action.

Only those operating the RC machinery or taking part in a bookable experience need an experience ticket.

Can I just book one of the experiences?

Yes. You don't have to do everything on every visit.

You can book the RC Construction experience on its own, choose the Dino Dig, or combine the two for the full Dig experience.

It's also a great excuse to come back and try something different next time.

do you sell the machinery?

We do! 🚜

If operating one for half an hour isn't enough, selected RC construction machines will be available to buy from The Dig.

We'll have a range of machines and accessories available, subject to stock.

So yes, there is a genuine risk of coming in for a coffee and leaving with an excavator.

do you offer vouchers?

Yes!

The Dig gift vouchers will be available to purchase for birthdays, Christmas or simply for someone who would rather drive an excavator than receive another pair of socks.

Vouchers can be redeemed against eligible experiences at The Dig, subject to our voucher terms and availability.

Do accompanying adults need a ticket?

No. If you're accompanying someone taking part in an experience, you don't need to buy a ticket just to come into The Dig or sit in the café.

You only need an experience ticket if you're taking part yourself. Although once you've watched the excavators for five minutes, we make no promises that you won't want a go. 🚜