after her coronation in 1837? Have a parliamentary meeting? Have tea with all the royal dignitaries? No – she gave her dog, Dash, a bath.
Day session – Available all year
The Judge is arriving at his house this very evening and the servants are scurrying around preparing his rooms for him, but they really need help if they are going to finish their chores in time. Join Mr Luggar the housekeeper, Mary the hardworking maid and the cook in our totally interactive sessions and experience what life was really like below stairs.
Activities include:
Sessions start in the morning, to suit your requirements and finish mid afternoon – they can be extended or reduced to your requirements.
£6.50 per child. Accompanying adults free.
22 November – 20 December 2023
Day session with start / finish time to suit your requirements.
In December 1870, the servants of The Judge’s Lodging were busying themselves in preparation for the festive season. The smell of plum pudding drifted through the house as they strung garlands of holly and ivy over the fireplace in the warm glow of gaslight.
The stunningly restored Judge’s Lodging invites you to experience a true Victorian Christmas. Meet the servants of this busy household who will lead you through an informative and entertaining session full of activities and discussion, culminating in Victorian games, storytelling and a traditional gift from the servants. Topics to be covered include the meaning and traditions behind the twelve days of Christmas; decorations; food; presents; pantomime; pastimes and how the celebrations differed between the social classes. Your arrival will be welcomed with roaring fires and traditional festive decorations.
£6.50 per child. Accompanying adults free.
EARLY BOOKING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
More Victorian Christmas Scrapbook info: xmas school flyer 2023