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A Victorian Gentlemen's Guide To Self Defense

Come and discover the art of self defense Victorian style. An experience where elegance meets empowerment.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

We welcome back Foreign Field Living History Group for the second time in the year to perform for us their brand new event, a Gentlemen's Guide to self defense.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

The event takes place on the front field.

What to bring and wear

The event takes place outside so please come dressed for the weather.

Accessibility

The event is on the front field which is adjacent to the main car park. The field is flat and mown grass. There is a tarmac path up the centre of the field.

Contact info

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