George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey
Grab your Victorian passport and travel the world with George Maw as he collects crocuses, hunts fossils, and seeks inspiration for his tile business.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
George Maw was a Victorian “influencer” who travelled around the world collecting plants and fossils and took inspiration for designs to use in his tile business.
Collect a Victorian style passport from the Entrance Hall and find the suitcases around the house and garden to follow George on his travels as he visits places such as Syria, Morocco, Spain and India.
Each suitcase has an activity, items to look at, and a stamp for your passport. You can also follow George’s social posts by scanning QR codes that can be found in the suitcases.
The trail is free and open every day the house and garden are open.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
The trail takes place around the house. There are steps in most rooms and a staircase to reach the first floor.
- Meeting point
Collect your passports in the Entrance Hall.
- Suitability for children
This activity is aimed at children and is suitable for everyone.
- What to bring and wear
The trail takes place inside the house and in the garden. Suitable footwear is advised on wet days.
- Other
Available when the Hall is open.
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