#ForgottenFriday – Occupied Poland

#ForgottenFriday – Occupied Poland

Today’s #ForgottenFriday takes us back 82 years ago to the day… 8th October 1939 Hitler’s annexation decree: we are looking at what happened in the annexation of Polish areas and Hitler’s aims during the start of the Second World War. Search...
Be Amazing Arts presents ‘Letters From Betty’

Be Amazing Arts presents ‘Letters From Betty’

  Inspired by the love letters of Bert and Betty, Letters From Betty is a promenade multi-media live performance told from a Naval sailor’s perspective, of day to day life during World War 2. Join us as we follow Bert’s journey from Navy training, to active duty...
#ForgottenFriday – An Explosive 5th November!

#ForgottenFriday – An Explosive 5th November!

For today’s #ForgottenFriday, we are commemorating the 5th November by looking into explosives! More specifically, the Incendiary Bomb! When dropped on built-up areas such as towns and cities, the incendiary bomb proved to be one of the most effective weapons...
#ForgottenFriday – Dogs in WW2

#ForgottenFriday – Dogs in WW2

On today’s #ForgottenFriday we are focusing on Dogs in WW2 after inspiration from our ARP warden Gav, and Indie the rescue dog! Throughout history animals have accompanied men into combat as modes of transport and communication, protectors, and companions. They have...
#ForgottenFriday – Black History during the WW1

#ForgottenFriday – Black History during the WW1

In today’s Forgotten Friday we are celebrating Black History Month! We are looking into the life of Walter Tull and the sacrifice of the British West Indies Regiment during the First World War. Walter Tull Walter Tull became the most celebrated Black British...
Eden Camp’s Living History Weekend returns this August

Eden Camp’s Living History Weekend returns this August

Eden Camp is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of its Living History Weekend, set to take place 23rd – 24th August 2025. This immersive event will transport visitors back to the 1940s, offering an unforgettable opportunity to experience history...