Victorian life – Living on the edge

We are delighted to be welcoming The Ragged Victorians to the Museum over the weekend of the 30 & 31 August.

“The year is 1851 and all of Britain, perhaps the world is in awe of the newly opened Great Exhibition in London, showcasing all that is new and innovative about Queen Victoria’s kingdom. But what was life really like for the ordinary, poor folk of the kingdom, away from the glitz and glamour?

Experience how a market may have been held during this time period as the award winning living history group, The Ragged Victorians show what life was really like for the working classes living on the edge (and sometimes tipping over) of society”

 

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Information for Visitors

The Museum’s 40 acres site, historic gardens and buildings are fascinating places to learn about rural history. Visitors can purchase grain from the Museum shop and feed the hungry ducks on the mill pond. Whilst enjoying the great outdoors and fresh air, look out for our working animals, which can include the Heavy Horses, Sheep and Ducks. There are a number of lovely woodland trails, including a woodland play area for children to explore.

Why not enjoy breakfast, brunch or lunch at our waterside café?  Visitors can also bring a picnic as there are plenty of picnic areas available on site.  Takeaway refreshments will also be available from our seasonal Shepherd’s Huts located around the Museum.

Dogs on short leads are welcome and there is ample free parking. Please note that the Museum is a no-smoking site. Visitors with access needs are advised to read our accessibility page in advance of their visit.

All activities are subject to change.