Libraries and leisure

When Thomas Dimsey opened the first Lancasterian School here, there was no Government involvement in the education of poor children from the working classes.
In the early years of the 20th century, Masters Thomas Pengelly and William Corbett were part of a state system: they saw responsibility for the School transferred to
Hertfordshire County Council.
Seven Masters successively dedicated themselves to the education of young children.
They saw the British Schools' site grow dramatically as new classrooms were built.
They coped with changes - and school inspections - which Government imposed upon them.
Their stories are told in this exhibition which will be open until 31 August.

Regular opening hours are: Tues.10am-4pm,
Sat.10am-1pm, Sun.2pm-5pm. Entrance charge
A new book: "Educating Our Own - the Masters of the Boys' British School" will be
published in April 2008.

10-12 noon or 2-4pm

Blow Football.

Craft activity to accompany our current sports exhibition, Game, Set & Match. £2 for materials.

On the second Tuesday of each month you are invited to a cup of tea and a talk. Bring your own sandwiches or buy some freshly made from our cafe.

Margaret Miles talks about her Art Exhibition, displayed in the Lancasterian Schoolroom. You will be able to view her art with greater understanding and appreciation.
£3.50, tea or coffee included.

Holiday activities for children from 5 years old. Lots of craft activities to learn and practise: sewing, knitting, pompoms, card-making, sweet-making and more. Cost: £4 per session, including all materials and light refreshments. Numbers are limited – please book in advance.

10-12 noon or 2-4pm

Historic Games. Try your hand at Tudor skittles, Hobby horses, Hoops and more!

Activity to accompany our current sports exhibition, Game, Set & Match. Free admission.