Florence Nightingale - Getting Dressed
A beautifully illustrated account of the clothing Florence Nightingale would have worn in Victorian times.
Shakespeare's Life and Times
Well worth visiting if you are studying Shakespeare's life, theatre and society in Renaissance times.
Women's Work
Many Victorian women helped to support their families with paying jobs in addition to their domestic burdens. Find out how their earning power contributed to their developing independence.
The Minibeast Discovery Pack
A super activity booklet for 5 to 12 year olds to introduce children to the world of invertebrates (minibeasts). It includes teachers' notes and worksheets.
Church Tours
Take a guided tour around a few church buildings belonging to different Christian denominations. See what they have in common and what makes them different? Can you spot a font, a pulpit and a lectern?
Burgh Life in Mary's Time
Find out about life in a Scottish burgh was like in the 16th Century, in the time of Mary Queen of Scots. Relates to the Scottish curriculum.
Life in Elizabethan England
The Compendium of Common Knowledge contains concise information on many topics associated with the Elizabethan World such as money, religion, food and domestic details. Easy to navigate.
The Victoria and Albert Museum - London
Details of collections, gallery activities, programme of courses and study days.
Life in an Iron Age Village
Just what was every day life in the Iron Age? This site from the BBC pieces together the evidence to give us a good picture of the agriculture, religion and lifestyle of the people of the time.
Roman Bath
Find out how the Romans enjoyed their baths. You can read how a replica Roman bath was built using original materials as far as possible. See if you can construct a working aqueduct online and the site also features Roman recipes.