In celebration of James's 8th birthday we took a trip to Dover Castle with his friends William, Charlie and Matthew. What a great castle, built in the 12th century by Henry II, it is now richly furnished in vibrant colours as authentically as the surviving historical records can attest. The castle is huge and there is ample space to run around both inside and out, and in a refreshing departure from customary museum etiquet, children are invited to touch everything. Testing out the comfort of the Kings throne, stoking up the fire in the kitchen, feeling the weight of a chain mail suit, all made for a far richer experience than is normally granted in these places. After visiting the Great Tower, we explored the medieval tunnels and the Roman lighthouse and Saxon church before heading home. A lovely day, with five lovely children who will surely sleep well tonight.
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Dover Castle
In celebration of James's 8th birthday we took a trip to Dover Castle with his friends William, Charlie and Matthew. What a great castle, built in the 12th century by Henry II, it is now richly furnished in vibrant colours as authentically as the surviving historical records can attest. The castle is huge and there is ample space to run around both inside and out, and in a refreshing departure from customary museum etiquet, children are invited to touch everything. Testing out the comfort of the Kings throne, stoking up the fire in the kitchen, feeling the weight of a chain mail suit, all made for a far richer experience than is normally granted in these places. After visiting the Great Tower, we explored the medieval tunnels and the Roman lighthouse and Saxon church before heading home. A lovely day, with five lovely children who will surely sleep well tonight.
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