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Conservation in action: labours of the month

See hands-on conservation demonstrations inspired by 'labours of the month' - the seasonal tasks of everyday working people as depicted in medieval calendars.

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  • Free event (admission applies)

Brockhampton manor house was constructed in 1425 which means that throughout 2025 we're celebrating our 600th birthday.

As part of these celebrations our conservation in action series has been inspired by the 'labours of the month' which are illustrated in medieval calendars and depict the everyday tasks of working people.

Here's the items we'll be caring for in our conservation in action series.

25 March: Farming equipment

14 April: Ceramics

22 May: Paintings

25 June: Insects and conservation

21 July: Horse brasses

13 August: Old maps

25 September: Floors

6 October: Fruit picking ladders

4 November: The Buttery

29 December: Guns and traps

If you're interested in medieval history and the conservation of historical objects, you'll have the opportunity to see the House and Collections team working on items in our collection from 11.30am until 1pm on the dates listed below.

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