The Ferrers Household – Living History Weekend
Saturday 23rd August to Monday 25th August, 10am to 4pm
£3 per person, Under 3s Free
Summary
Have you ever wondered how your ancestors once lived? What they did in their day-to-day life? How they prepared for battle? From the clothes they wore, the equipment they used, they food they ate, and the weapons they made:
Come visit the 15th Century campsite of the Household of Sir Walter Devereux, The Lord Ferrers, loyal supporters of the House of York. They’ll be portraying military and civilian life through out the period we bring the past back to life in stunning and interactive displays.
The camp is arranged to how it would have been during the 100 years of the ‘Wars of the Roses’, staying, eating, and living in traditional period tents.
£3 per person, Under 3s Free. Pay on the Day.
Full Programme to follow.
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