Tastes Through Time - living history
Join Tastes Through Time to discover medieval dyeing techniques plus much much more.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Tastes Through Time will showcase Medieval life, focusing on the diverse uses of herbs, including medicine, cloth dyeing, and the wool trade. Visitors can witness spinning demonstrations and learn about dyeing natural fibres with natural substances. Additionally, they will discover the significance of the wool trade as one of England's most profitable industries during the 14th and 15th centuries. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the past!
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
This is a family friendly event
- Meeting point
This event will take place in the Outer Bailey of Corfe Castle.
- What to bring and wear
Clothing and footwear for exploring a ruined castle.
- Accessibility
This event will take place in the Outer Bailey which has step free access.
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