Whittington barracks ,1914-1918 ww1 celebrations .
we the sutton coldfield radio society had the pleasure to attend
and be part of these special days .... on the 3rd august 2014 victorian day.
20-21 st sept 2014 ww1 celebration weekend ....
WWI weekend
Uniformed re-enactors will re-create the experience of trench life in our fantastic WW1 trench system, and describe what life was like for soldiers during the Great War.
This 500ft trench system contains ‘scrape’ holes, dugout, gun positions and even a tunnel, used during the period to undermine the enemy trenches that were often just a short way away. Ammunition boxes are strewn around, sandbags line the walls, original signage points the way as the visitor is immersed in a professionally created soundscape that takes you straight to the trenches of WWI France.
We also re-create ‘back areas’ or the activities that were going on behind the trenches including dressing stations and mess tents, and you’ll get the chance to chat to British and German soldiers alike, try on uniforms and handle weapons and equipment. A fascinating insight into the Great War.
my grandson joshua in trainning @ pirbright .
my dad Sidney
On Monday April 6th 2015 the Staffordshire Regiment Museum is holding a fantastic family friendly Easter Puzzle Trail, Art Activity and Discovery Day.
Suitable for all ages, children and adults will be able to explore the Museum and its WW1 trench, plus follow an Easter Puzzle Trail that takes them around the site. Solve the Puzzle Trail for a chance to win a Special Easter prize. There’s chocolate eggs for everyone who takes part. Children will also be able to take part in a...rt activities that include making an Easter chick or fluffy lamb, or try out the ‘hook a duck’ pond.
During the day uniformed members of the Museum’s education team will also be conducting guided tours of the fantastic on-site WW1 trench system, complete with dug out, tunnel and German pillbox. Try on uniforms, handle equipment and explore what life was like for a WW1 soldier. This brilliant tour is fascinating for children and adults alike.
Cakes and refreshments are available in the Museum’s special pop up café, and, subject to the weather, there are lots of great picnic spots with benches and tables and plenty of free parking.
The whole museum is buggy friendly and wheelchair accessible.
The Discovery Day and Easter Puzzle Trail takes place from 11am to 3pm (last entry at 3pm) on Monday April 6th.
Entry is £5 adults, £4 children under 16 years old, senior citizens and full time students and £20 for a family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children). The Puzzle Trail and craft activities are £2; Hook-a-duck is £1 per child.
The Staffordshire Regiment Museum can be found at DMS Whittington, Whittington, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9PY. Tel: 01543 434394. www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com Follow the Museum on Facebook for news of upcoming events.
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