Historical Talks

26/10/2023

Many medieval packhorse bridges still remain. Packhorse routes were the arteries of trade across Britain and much of the rest of Europe.

22/08/2023

Another show for English Heritage HISTORICAL TALKS- South East

22/08/2023

A recent WW1 medical talk we held at Wrest Park Bedfordshire for English Heritage.

20/08/2023

HISTORICAL TALKS- South East

07/05/2023

The Medieval Knight
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Audiences will be amazed by our impressive collection of medieval weapons and armour. We will look at the arming of a knight (help us dress him for battle), alongside discussing the range of weapons available to different classes at the time. Get interactive with our medieval fighting demonstration and handling collection.

Interested in having this talk for your school? Get in touch - link in comments

Roman, Medieval or Great Wars Interactive talks delivered by experts in schools or at museums to help your students / audience get the most from your historical topics.

07/05/2023

Join me on a journey to the medieval times! 🏰🗡️ Ever wondered what it took to become a knight in those days? 💭 Let's explore the path that one had to take to become a noble warrior in the Middle Ages. 👑🛡️

06/05/2023

GOD SAVE THE KING
HISTORICAL TALKS- South East

13/04/2023

WWI: Life on the Home Front
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What about those left behind? This talk looks in more depth at the part women had to play in the war effort whether they were Munitionettes or VAD Nurses we will explore the changing role of women and look at how Zeppelin bombing raids affected morale at home.

Interested in this talk or something else on World War 1 for your school? Get in touch.

https://www.historicaltalks.co.uk/services-1

13/04/2023

Rationing & Evacuation
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Draw comparisons with the past as we explore what life was like for children during WWII. Was every child evacuated during the Blitz? Were sweets and clothes really rationed? Did women really make tanks and who were the Land Army?

All your questions about Life on the Home Front in WWII will be investigated and answered in this eye opening session!

Interested in this session for your School? Get in touch.

Roman, Medieval or Great Wars Interactive talks delivered by experts in schools or at museums to help your students / audience get the most from your historical topics.