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What was medieval combat like?
Ahead of hosting the Medieval Combat Society at our Medieval Combat Day on Sunday 17th October, we thought we'd take a look at exactly what medieval combat looked like.There were many wars throughout Europe in the medieval period, but probably the most famous to take...
Black History Month 2021 at Wycombe Museum
Wycombe Museum celebrates Black History Month 2021 with a selection of events. With support from The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government and Near Neighbours. Book readings & talks from author K.N. Chimbiri Saturday 23rd October, Wycombe Museum...
October Half Term Holiday Activities at the Museum
We've got loads planned for you and your family during the October Half Term Holiday. Whether you're after forest school fun or creative crafts take a look at what we've got on below.[add_eventon_list event_past_future="all" event_type_2="73,74," show_et_ft_img="yes"...
G-Plan Furniture – A Potted History
How it all began G-Plan was developed in the 1950’s by E. Gomme Ltd., a long-established furniture company in High Wycombe. It’s arguably the most successful mass-produced furniture of the post-war period in this country. The company which became E. Gomme Ltd. was...
Featured Object: The Straw Splitter
Straw splitters were used by women workers in the cottage industry of straw plaiting during the Tudor and Stuart times. The plaited straws would be sold to Luton, where they would be turned into straw hats. The invention of the straw splitter meant that local women...
Updates to Opening Hours for Summer Holidays
These changes in opening times will be in place from Monday 26th July - Friday 27th August. Wycombe Museum Galleries & Gardens Last entry to galleries and last orders in cafe 30mins before closing Mon: ClosedTues: 10am - 4pmWed: 11am - 3.30pmThu: 10am - 4pmFri:...
