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Meet the Taxidermist: family edition at Calke Abbey

Sarah Burhouse from Birdhouse Taxidermy is back with family-friendly Meet the Taxidermist sessions this summer.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Head into the striking Saloon as part of your house visit to see Sarah’s taxidermy skills in action.

You'll also have the chance to get hands-on with fun activities, including getting up-close to the materials used in taxidermy, handling items and matching acrylic eyes to the right animal.

Sarah will be working on a naturally deceased, real bird for her demonstrations. These sessions are optional, taking place in a room on the visitor route in the house.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children aged seven and up.

Meeting point

Sessions will take place in the Saloon, which is along the visitor route in the house.

Accessibility

The event will be on the first floor of the house. Access to the first floor is via the main staircase, which has 26 steps and a handrail on the left. A buggy service is available from the ticket office to the house.

Other

Only assistance dogs are welcome in the house.

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