A living history visitors' centre, with regular demonstrations of medieval crafts and skills including Blacksmithing, Baking, Boat building, Calligraphy, Wheat Weaving, Egg Tempera Painting with an onsite education area. Within the building is a forge and wood fired oven. Other events during the year showcase more crafts, re-enactments and entertainments. The focus on education and Sandwich's rich medieval history including and building a life-size warship (cog). Bookable craft workshops as well as schools and group visits. Free entry. The Centre is run by the Sandwich Medieval Trust, a charitable trust which relies on volunteers and funding. Paid membership is available whilst donations are welcome.
| Address |
The Quay Sandwich Kent CT13 9EN |
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| info@sandwichmedieval.org | |
| Website | https://sandwichmedieval.org |
Sandwich Medieval Centre is on Sandwich Quay, CT13 9EN, a short walk from the town centre, Quay and nearby car parks. Visitor details: https://sandwichmedieval.org/
This living-history visitor centre brings medieval Sandwich to life through demonstrations of crafts and skills including blacksmithing, baking, boatbuilding, calligraphy, wheat weaving and egg tempera painting. There is an education area, a forge and a wood-fired oven, alongside changing events and activities.
The centre is in a historic working setting. Please check current arrangements with the Trust before travelling, particularly for access needs or demonstrations: https://sandwichmedieval.org/
Entry is free. The Sandwich Medieval Trust is a charity run by volunteers; donations and membership support the centre’s education, conservation and living-history work.
April to October: Thursday, Friday and Sunday 11am to 4pm; Saturday 10am to 4pm. November to March: Saturday and Sunday 11am to 3pm. Check for Bank Holiday and event arrangements before travelling: https://sandwichmedieval.org/
Group visits and experiences can be arranged with the Trust. Contact the team to discuss availability, tailored activity and booking: 01304 617250, info@sandwichmedieval.org, https://sandwichmedieval.org/
Sandwich Medieval Centre is the home of the Sandwich Medieval Trust and celebrates around 150 years of medieval Sandwich. It connects the town’s crafts, harbour, trade and maritime heritage through hands-on interpretation, including the ambitious project to build a life-size medieval cog.
The centre has an onsite education area and a special focus on engaging young people. School and learning visits can be arranged with the Trust: 01304 617250, info@sandwichmedieval.org, https://sandwichmedieval.org/
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