edwardian life at hever castle (uk)
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Press Information: Hever Castle, Kent
Date: 07.04.2015
Edwardian Life at the Castle – Half Term Family Fun
May 23rd – 31st
Experience life at a grand country estate in the early 20th century this Half Term.
‘Edwardian Life’ takes place at Hever Castle & Gardens in Kent from May 23rd – 31st. The
Half Term event for families gives a fascinating glimpse of the Edwardian era just before
the First World War when the Astors were in residence.
Children can take part in an Edwardian school in an old fashioned classroom complete
with chalk and blackboard. There are traditional games of the period such as croquet and
a coconut shy, and a prize for the best dressed boy and girl each day for those who come
in Edwardian costume.
Over the Bank Holiday weekend of 23rd – 25th visitors get to meet colourful characters
from above and below stairs portrayed by costumed actors. Besides giving a snapshot of
Edwardian Life for all levels of society, the event is a great opportunity to enjoy some old
fashioned family fun in the magnificent grounds of this former Edwardian home.
An exhibition in the Castle’s Astor Suite also brings the fascinating ‘Upstairs Downstairs’
years vividly to life. Visitors can listen to interviews with former ‘below stairs’ staff on old
fashioned telephones and radios and watch the Astor’s rare archive collection of home
movies on a 1930s TV set.
Gardens open at 10.30am; Castle opens at 12 noon. Last admission 4.30pm; final exit
6pm.
Admission Prices – Castle & Gardens: Adults £16.00; Seniors £14.00; Children (5-15)
£9.00; Family ticket £42.50.
Dates and details correct at time of going to press. For further information please visit
the website: hevercastle.co.uk or call Hever Castle on 01732 865224.
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Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7NG
Telephone 01732 865224; Website: hevercastle.co.uk