Medieval Day at The Museum in the Park

About this event

Meet characters from medieval Britain, design your own family coat of arms or pennant flag, or learn how to fight like a knight! For families with children aged 5+, come dressed up as a knight, prince, princess or other medieval character if you wish. 10.30am – 3.30pm: Drop in and meet characters from Medieval Britain: FREE 10.30am – 3.30pm: Drop-in craft activity: £1 per child, pay on the door 11am & 2pm: Sword School! Max. 20 children per session, booking required - book on the day. £1 per child. Activities based in the Garden Pavilion at the top of the Walled Garden (entry/exit via Museum Reception). Sword School outside on the Walled Garden lawn (weather permitting). For families with children aged 5+. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer bur grown ups can join in too. With historical reenactors Keith Errington and Nimue Brown and members of the Museum team. Keith Errington has worked as a historical interpreter for History’s Maid, and Time Tarts, performing at sites around the country. He has also played many historical roles in TV series. Nimue Brown is a storyteller and musician with a great enthusiasm for local history and folklore. She is also blind, and can share insight into disability and medicine throughout history.