Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is living history?
2. How can you book us?
3. Are you insured?
4. What do you need to do to prepare for our display?
5. Do you have CRB disclosures?
6. What areas do you cover?
7. For a school visit, what is the maximum number of children per session?
8. How much space do you need?
9. What about risk assessments ?
10. How much do you cost?
11. We would like you to come to our school but our budget is limited. Do you have any suggestions?
12. Can we film and photograph you during the display?
13. What happens if I cancel a display?
14. How far in advance can I book you?
15. How do I contact you?

1. What is living history?

   Living history is the interpretation of the past from archaeological and written evidence that has survived. Whilst it can never be an exact and 100% true interpretation of the past, we aim to ensure we are as close as possible.
   The early 17th century was very different to today's society, and they interpreted the world in a completely different way to us, but there are still many parallels. Living history offers people a chance to really get involved and 'hands on' with the history, and to come away with an impression and feeling for what life was like at the time, and how this compares to the life we live today. It's good to read up about what life was like, but there is no better way to learn about history than being hands on, and being able to touch and discover it for yourself.
   Our displays are as authentic as we can make them, and we comply with Health & Safety Regulations and practicality within our displays

2. How can you book us?

   Just telephone us (see 15 below) or send us an e-mail.

3. Are you insured?

   The 1605 Living History Society are fully insured to £5,000,000 for Public Liability. We take the utmost care to ensure that our displays and talks, whilst being fun, are completely safe. A certificate of insurance can be provided upon request.

4. What do you need to do to prepare for our display?

   We have produced guidelines on what to do to prepare for our displays / workshops, but will arrange an on-site meeting before the event to ensure we co-ordinate with your needs.

5. Do you have CRB disclosures?

   Yes, all members of 1605 LHS have enhanced CRB disclosures, which can be provided on request.

6. What areas do you cover?

   We currently cover the area marked on this map. The society are prepared to look at other places outside this area and take them under consideration, so if in doubt, please ask.

7. For a school visit, what is the maximum number of children per session?

   This all depends on which displays you require. All our displays are interactive, so the number per workshop is limited to ensure that the displays are as hands on as possible. Please speak to us for further information..

8. How much space do you need?

   This depends on the number of workshops you require. Generally it will mean the hall or other large space, and a classroom for each workshop.

9. What about risk assessments ?

   Risk assessments for all our displays can be provided upon request. Please contact us for details.

10. How much do you cost?

    The price is dependent on what you are hiring us for, how far we have to travel, and whether you'd like to book us for more than one event. Please contact us for further information.

11. We would like you to come to our school but our budget is limited. Do you have any suggestions?

    Yes. Some schools don't have money spare in the budget to pay external visits with all that that entails. If you 'hire us in' rather than having an external visit, you can save on the cost of travel, hiring adequate staff, and finding substitute teachers to teach classes while they're away. If you'd like to hire us but are uncertain about cost, please contact us to have an informal chat.

12. Can we film and photograph you during the display?

    Photographs can be taken but we do not allow filming of our displays This includes the use of mobile phones to video us. Please ensure permission is gained from parents / guardians that photographs are allowed during the event prior to us coming.

13. What happens if I cancel a display?

    We charge a deposit, and this is a cancellation fee if you cancel a booking. This is because we may have had to turn away other work for the date you have booked. We are an educational tool, suitable for any time of the year.

14. How far in advance can I book you?

    We take bookings on a first come first served basis, but October and November are very busy every year.

15. How do I contact you?

    You can 'phone Joy on 07761 367458 or John on 07753 519820 or you can send an email via the contact page.

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