As part of their study into the Tudors, Year 4 headed out on a trip to The Weald and Downland Living Museum. The day involved exploring the Tudor houses and their spectacular herb gardens and understanding how families lived so many hundreds of years ago; I think we all definitely felt as if we were moving through history. The children also experienced the various Tudor games played; both outside and within the home. The workings of a Tudor village were brought to life as we visited various workshops, ranging from potters to bakers and blacksmiths. The live filming of ‘The Repair Shop’ also proved a great hit… as were the incredibly confident ducks! A very hot, but inspiring day for all.
“I enjoyed looking in the houses and looking at the artefacts. It was so fun playing all the Tudor games.”
Delilah (4R)
“I learnt that children used bigger spoons than grown ups and that they were made from horn.”
Ethan (4G)
“I enjoyed looking at the Tudor houses and lying on their beds.”
Lucia (4R)
“I enjoyed looking at all the artefacts that were literally hundreds of years old.”
George (4G)
“I learnt that the children had basic toys, however they enjoyed them and were grateful for what they had.”
Mateo (4G)
