Experience The Commandery in its very first incarnation as a medieval monastic hospital. Learn about the bizarre world of medieval medicine, with its vast array of strange medieval remedies to cure any ailment - including The Commandery’s very own blood sucking leeches! Decipher the symbolism of medieval art - what did the vibrant paintings and stained glass images really mean to medieval pilgrims?

Become a Building Detective and discover the secrets that The Commandery has to tell!

The audio tour, activities and workshops will support:

History   Key stage 2    Year 3 and 4
Unit 18 What was it like to live here in the past? (Local History)

History Key stage 3 Year 7

Unit 3 How hard was life for medieval people in the town and country?
Unit 4 How did the Medieval Church affect people’s lives?


Building Detectives: The focus is on historical enquiry and local history. The activities are designed to encourage the children to question and problem solve. They can study a range of sources. These include artefacts, buildings, the historic environment and documentation. They will practise the key skills of communication and team working.

Links to other areas of the curriculum are:
Art and Design, Geography, Numeracy, Literacy, Science and ICT

BOOKING DETAILS & FORM
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