• In 1843 Queen Victoria and Prince Albert visited Wimpole. The preparations for this visit meant that extra servants were needed.
• This activity is suitable for 1 class per session (min 25 children, max 35 children).
• Your class will come in costume and in role as local villagers who have heard that more staff are needed.
• You will be met at the Stable Block by ‘Victorian servants’ and be brought up to the house.
• After being welcomed in the Chapel by the Butler and Housekeeper you will spend the morning being taught your duties as Victorian servants in the basement rooms of the Hall.
• Activities include writing with dip pens, a visit to the Housekeepers Dry Store, napkin folding and bed making.
• The morning only programme ends with a return to the Chapel where Lady Hardwicke will hand out certificates to everyone. Many schools make an afternoon booking to visit the Hall. Although this is self directed we can provide worksheets for you to photocopy prior to your visit.  Please note admission charges apply for non EGM schools.
• Full day sessions continue with lunch in the Servants’ Hall - we encourage schools to bring a 'Victorian' packed lunch.
• During the afternoon the children are taken on tours of the Hall.
• A full teachers pack is provided for both sessions.

A preliminary visit to meet the Education Officer is recommended.

Charge:
Morning Living History - Education Group Members £4 / child

Morning Living History - Non Education Group Members £5 / child

Full Day Living History - Education Group Members £7 / child

Full Day Living History - Non Education Group Members £8 / child

History: 
The Victorians
Life in a country house
Social History

EDUCATION OFFICE
Telephone 01223 206004
Fax 0 1223 207838
education.wimpole@nationaltrust.org.uk