Terms of Use

Last updated: September 2026

Welcome to the official website of David Gilbert, author of Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child.

By using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. Please read them before using or downloading material from the site.

About this website

This website provides information about David Gilbert, his books, author events, Anglo-Saxon history and archaeology, together with educational and creative resources.

The website does not sell books or accept payments directly. Where links to booksellers or other external websites are provided, purchases and interactions with those websites are subject to their own terms and policies.

Unless otherwise stated, the text, book extracts, original website content and downloadable materials on this website are protected by copyright and may not be copied, republished, distributed or commercially exploited without permission.

The copyright in photographs, illustrations, archaeological images and other third-party material remains with the relevant copyright owner where applicable.

Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child, its text, characters and associated original material are protected by applicable intellectual property rights.

Free Resources & Worksheets

We are delighted for children, families, teachers, librarians and educational organisations to enjoy the free resources available on this website.

Resources marked as free downloads may be:

downloaded for personal use;
printed for use at home;
used by teachers with their own pupils;
used by libraries and book clubs for educational or reading activities; and
shared as printed copies within those activities.

They may not be sold, commercially reproduced, republished on another website, altered and presented as somebody else’s work, or included in products for sale without prior written permission.

If you would like to use a resource in another way, please contact us.

Images and Illustrations

Please do not download, reproduce, publish or commercially use photographs, book illustrations, archaeological images or other visual material from this website unless the relevant material is specifically provided as a downloadable resource or you have permission from the copyright owner.

Educational Use

Teachers and librarians are welcome to refer to the website and use the resources specifically provided for educational use when exploring Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child, Anglo-Saxon history, archaeology, reading and creative writing.

Please credit David Gilbert / Silver Serpent and the Wild Ice Child where appropriate.

Accuracy of Information

We aim to ensure that information on this website is accurate and up to date.

However, historical and archaeological knowledge can develop as new discoveries are made and interpretations change. Website content is provided for general and educational information and should not be treated as professional or academic advice.

Events

Information about author visits, workshops, readings and other events is provided in good faith.

Dates, times, locations and event details may occasionally change. Please check the relevant event information or organiser’s website before traveling.

External Links

The website may contain links to external websites that we believe visitors may find useful or interesting.

We are not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices or terms of external websites.

A link does not necessarily mean that David Gilbert endorses everything published on that website.

Acceptable Use

Please use this website responsibly.

You must not knowingly attempt to damage the website, interfere with its operation, introduce malicious software, gain unauthorised access to the website or use its content for unlawful purposes.

Children

This website includes content and resources intended to be enjoyed by children, families and schools.

Children under 13 should ask a parent, carer, teacher or another responsible adult to contact us on their behalf rather than submitting personal information independently through the website.

Privacy

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Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time to reflect changes to the website, its content or applicable requirements.

The latest version will always appear on this page.

Contact

For questions about these Terms, permission to use website material, educational resources or other content, please contact us through the website’s Contact page