Greensleeves offers a morning excursion for Primary Schools which includes the following:
A Medieval History Tour in our enchanting castle in which we discuss Castles, Knights, Weaponry and Armour, Tournaments, Banquets, Growing up in the Middle Ages and other related topics. You will be transported into another world of Kings and Queens, jousting, wizards, knights and the manorial system and life in those times. The tour incorporates not only discussion but also the ability for the children to see the Weapons and Armour and immerse themselves in the period. During the tour we frequently stop for question time and discussion is encouraged. The tour is an ideal introduction to Medieval History and the period in general.
The tour starts at 10:00am and goes through until 12:30, finishing with a small meal of Pottage and home baked Manchet Bread followed by Syllabub. The meal manners and customs are also explained to the children and some of them will act as the serving wenches and lackeys.
The tour is aimed at Grades 5 through to 7 and is not suited to older children. The minimum number of children to organize a tour would be 30, however if your group is less than this we can combine you with another school, and try to match up the correct age group. We are able to accommodate up to 150 children at a time.
Please note that it is important to arrive on time at 10:00am otherwise the tour will have to be shortened, as we have to finish at 12:30. This is also very important when there is more than one school attending.
Bookings should be made well in advance. We require your final numbers attending 2 days before your excursion so that we can cater accordingly. The number booked for will be paid for on the day, no-shows cannot be deducted.
