Like party-going and theatre-going, only this time having a
good time in a Mediaeval Castle Keep. Because we have annual passes to Norfolk
County Museums, we were delighted to be invited to a special preview of the Keep Restoration. To
see the work that has been done in Norwich Castle Keep over the last seven
years at a cost of millions.
We went on Monday and it was utterly brilliant. So much to
see, a fabulous atmosphere. The main Keep has been restored to the way it was
in 1121. The central area is the royal dining hall, and beautifully painted in
historically accurate bright colours, with wall hangings and wooden tables and
benches. Visitors can dress in robes and feel part of the King's Banquet.
The place was full of people, all ages - young families, students OAPs.
And here are some helpful Table Manners for the King's
guests
I've been reading about this restoration in my news feeds. It looks absolutely splendid!
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DeleteWhat a fascinating visit, It's made more enjoyable bu joining in, I think.
ReplyDeleteI think so. Museums have moved a long way from the ,"look, but don't touch" signs of my youth
DeleteWhat fun!!!!
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DeleteSuch a wonderful way to bring history to life.
ReplyDeleteBob's got such a great sense of humor, just look at his eyes as he pretends to eat that fake pie!
JanF
He's very obliging, when I ask him to join in the activity and dress like a king!
DeleteI was taken aback by some of the rules. I note that there was no prohibition against throwing bones over your shoulder!
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DeleteIt all sounds fabulous. I think my 18 month old granddaughters table manners would fit in well there, as she’s very good at tossing her leftovers over the side of the high chair 😂 JennyP
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