Victorian events
North East
Fairy Trail for Children and Victorian Garden Games
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland
Sat 23 - Mon 25 May (Bank Holiday), 10am - 5pm
Concealed within these enchanting gardens are the mini model Victorian fairies who promise a fun sticker to those who can find them. Plus there’s a selection of outdoor garden games to enjoy.
Victorian Tales of Fear
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens, Northumberland
Fri 30 & Sat 31 Oct - Tours at 5pm, 7pm & 9pm
Think you are brave, fearless and daring? Well think again! Join us on Halloween for spinetingling spooky Victorian tales with our costumed storytellers.
Yorkshire
Fairy Trail for Children
Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire
Fri 10 - Mon 13 Apr (Bank Holiday) - 10am - 6pm
Concealed within the enchanting ruins are the mini model Victorian fairies who promise a yummy Easter prize to those who can find them.
Victorian Falconry
Rievaulx Abbey, North Yorkshire
Sun 12 & Mon 13 April (Bank Holiday) - 11.30am - 5pm
Join our costumed falconers, Raphael Falconry for spectacular aerial displays of Birds of Prey in flight and discover the Victorian interest in this ancient art.
Victorian St George's Weekend
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, South Yorkshire
Sat 25 & Sun 26 Apr 09 - 11am - 5pm
Make way for the pageant of St George! Join soldiers and musicians as they celebrate St George’s weekend with drills, demonstrations, activities and games for all! Supported by Wells Bombardier.
Fairy Trail for Children
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, South Yorkshire
Sat 2 - Mon 4 May (Bank Holiday) & Sun 23 - Mon 31 May - 10am - 5.30pm
Concealed within these enchanting gardens are the mini model Victorian fairies who promise a fun sticker to those who can find them.
Victorian Gymkhana
Richmond Castle , North Yorkshire
Sat 15 & Sun 16 Aug - 11am - 5pm
Dazzling displays and highly skilled horsemanship demonstrations. Join our dashing gents and genteel ladies as they compete in games of polo, pig sticking and the famous “teapot dash”.
Days of Victorian Gothic
Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire
Thu 29 - Sat 31 Oct - 12pm - 3pm
Come and discover the Victorian’s at their gothic best. There will be a variety of characters to meet from Victorian scientists to surgeons and the hangman!
Nights of Victorian Gothic
Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire
Thu 29 - Sat 31 Oct - 6pm - 8.30pm
Come and discover the Victorian’s at their gothic best in the remains of Whitby Abbey. Storytelling, a dashing highwayman and a funeral procession, there are a variety of characters for you to meet!
The Enchanted Garden
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, South Yorkshire
Fri 23 Oct - Sun 1 Nov - 6.30pm - 9pm (Last admission at 8.30pm)
Enter a magical world for a bewitching night-time experience as the restored Victorian gardens of Brodsworth Hall are illuminated to become a place of enchantment.
Christmas Choirs
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, South Yorkshire
Sat 5 & Sun 6, Sat 12 & Sun, Sat 19 & Sun 20 Dec 2009 - 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Christmas comes but once a year – so join us to indulge in past traditons. Experience Brodsworth's festive spirit and uncover a treasure trove of unusual gifts. (Booking essential, call 01302 722598)
Northwest
Victorian PuppetsBeeston Castle , Cheshire
Sat 22 & Sun 23 Aug - 11am - 5pm
Meet our eccentric duo and their comedy puppet show. Dressed in Victorian costume and presenting a show that is sure to have you laughing out loud.
Heart of England
Time Travellers Go… VictorianWitley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Sat 25 & Sun 26 Jul, Sat 29 - Mon 31 Aug (Bank Holiday) 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Have you got what it takes to live below stairs? Meet our Victorian family who have taken residence at Witley Court. Dress up and try your hand at Victorian laundry and cleaning.
East of England
A Servant's Summer Day Out
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Sat 2 - Mon 4 May (bank holiday) 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Meet the servants as they prepare for a day off. Find out what goodies they have prepared for their picnic, try some of the activities they will enjoy and delight in traditional beach activities.
Victorian Beach Life at Audley End
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Sat 9 & Sun 10 May, Sat 16 & Sun 17, Wed 27-31 Sun 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Enjoy traditional seaside activities, Victorian style, with Punch and Judy, beach games, ice creams and plenty of sandy fun for all. Don’t forget your bucket and spade!
The English Village Green
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Sat 23 - Mon 25 May (Hank Holiday) 2009 - 11am - 5pm
The English Village Green comes to life with fun activities for the whole family. Take part in games and races; prizes will be awarded by Queen Victoria herself!
Time Travellers Go... Crime & Punishment
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Wed 12 - Sun 16 Aug - 11am - 5pm
Find out about the most gruesome punishments from days gone by; experince the stocks and get put behind bars! Budding detectives can meet a Victorian policeman and help him solve a ghastly crime.
Time Travellers Go... Food & Falcons
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Wed 19 - Sun 23 Aug 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Meet a Victorian gardener and see his most terrifying traps to rid the garden of pests. See birds of prey and hear how they would have brought food to the table, then plant some seeds to take home.
Festive Fun
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Sat 21 & Sun 22 Nov, Sat 28 & Sun 29, Sat 5 & Sun 6 Dec, Sat 12 & Sun 13, Sat 19 & Sun 20 2009 - 11am - 4pm
Audley End House opens its doors this winter and invites you to get into the Christmas spirit with a wonderful range of festive activities that all the family will enjoy.
South East
Victorian Song Bird
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, East Sussex
Sat 25 & Sun 26 July 2009 - 10am - 5pm
Raphael Falconry recreate this traditional art in full all-action style with flights from hawks, owls and falcons. Plus, soak up the sounds of Victorian England with musical merriment.
Royal Family Fun
Osborne House, Isle of Wight
Sun 16 - Tues 18 Aug 2009 - 10am - 5pm
Step back in time and enjoy a fun day out for all ages. Meet the young Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and take part in Victorian games and races.
South West
Victorian GunnersDartmouth Castle, Devon
Sun 24 & Mon 25 May (Bank Holiday) 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Our resident Victorian gunners will be taking over the castle and giving demonstrations of Garrison life at the castle in the 19th century, including rifle and bayonet demonstrations and firings.
London
A Grand Victorian Fayre
Kenwood House, London
Sat 20 & Sun 21 Jun 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Life Aboard the Beagle
The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House, London
Mon 3 - Fri 7 Aug 2009 11am - 5pm
Meet some of the characters that might have been aboard the HMS Beagle. Find out what life was like, and take part in drawing workshops in your own voyage of discovery.
Wings or Webbed Feet?
The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House, London
Mon 10 - Fri 14 Aug 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Join us for a day of fun as you imagine the ultimate animal. What would you choose - an elephant with wings or a cow with webbed feet?
Wiggly Worms and Other Experiments
The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House, London
Mon 17 - Fri 21 Aug 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Take part in recreations of some of the experiments that Charles Darwin undertook at Down House. What will you discover?
Family Life at Down House
The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House, London
Mon 24 - Fri 28 Aug 2009 - 11am - 5pm
Could you have been in service at Down House during Charles Darwin’s life? Dress up and try your hand at Victorian laundry, cleaning and even take the tea tray challenge as you become a Victorian butler!
Flora, Fauna and All Creatures Great and Small
The Home of Charles Darwin, Down House, London
Mon 26 - Fri 30 Oct 2009 - 11am - 4pm
Take a tour through the gardens at Down House with a Victorian explorer. Take your magnifying glass and take a humorous look at all creatures great and small.
