Saturday 15 June 11.00am-3.30pm at Record Office, Bow Lane, Preston, PR1 2RE
a.. Be transported back in time to the world of Mathew Nash a medieval scribe.
b.. See demonstrations of medieval armoury and warfare, and learn about life in medieval times.
c.. Have a go at writing with a quill pen, illuminating letters or designing your own coat of arms.
d.. Listen to Medieval Stories for Children with Dr Sarah Peverley (University of Liverpool).
e.. Meet and learn about birds of prey.
f.. Watch our medieval bookbinders.
g.. Visit our exhibition of medieval documents including an illuminated book of hours from the 15th century.
h.. And with the following talks there is something for everyone:
a.. 12.45 Medieval Memory and Commemoration - Dr Kate Ash (University of Manchester)
b.. 2.00 Father Thomas West (1720-1779) and his medieval charters in the Hornby Presbytery collection - Dr H F Doherty (Jesus College, Oxford)
i.. Fancy dress is welcome and there will be a prize for the best children's medieval costume!
j.. Refreshments including a hog roast
Jacquie Crosby, Archives Service Manager, Lancashire Archives
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