An exciting day investigating the world of Tudor England. The workshops will emphasise the use of archaeological evidence and historical documents to learn about people in the past.Writing and Manuscripts Investigate at the development of writing in the 15th and 16th CenturiesExamine different decorative styles including the use of graffitiLook at recipes for inkCreate an illuminated manuscript using a quill pen The Manorial CourtA drama/role-play workshop based on records from the 14th to 16th centuriesInvestigate aspects of the Manorial legal systemExamine the role of class and gender.Tudor PlaytimeInvestigate the toys and games of Tudor children.Examine some mystery toys, can you guess what the are for/made from?Play games of skillLife at the Tudor Royal CourtUse drama and role play to investigate social and cultural aspects of Tudor lifeFind out how to appropriately greet the King and what behaviour would cause offenceLearn a lively dance to Tudor musicMedieval Siege WarfareExamine the development of castle building in BritainInvestigate the tactics and equipment for besieging castlesBuild a model catapult
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